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I wanted to provide an update regarding the theft of motor vehicles, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. Plaistow Safer Neighbourhood Team - Community Update
Plaistow Safer Neighbourhood Team would like to make residents aware that there have been recent reports of Theft of Motor Vehicle (TOMV) and Theft From Motor Vehicle (TFMV) offences within the ward.
In response, Plaistow SNT officers have been carrying out high-visibility reassurance patrols and crime prevention activities across the area, with particular attention given to:
• Portland Road, BR1
• Hawes Road, BR1
• Burnt Ash Lane, BR1
• Rodway Road, BR1
• Kings Avenue, BR1
Officers will continue to conduct targeted patrols and engage with residents to provide reassurance and crime prevention advice.
We would encourage vehicle owners to:
Ensure vehicles are locked and secured at all times.
Remove valuables and items from view.
Consider using additional security devices such as steering wheel locks, trackers, or immobilisers.
Report any suspicious activity immediately via 101, online, or 999 in an emergency.
Your local Safer Neighbourhood Team remains committed to tackling vehicle crime and keeping our community safe. If you have any information regarding suspicious activity in the area, please report it to police.
Plaistow Safer Neighbourhood Team
Working together to keep our community safe.
 We know that people can be concerned about the personal and financial impact of having their vehicle stolen, which is why we will pursue and arrest those who break the law. Please consider taking the following steps to keep your vehicle safe: Check that your vehicle is locked and secure every time you leave it. Thieves often look for easy opportunities to steal from vehicles. They will usually try the handles until they get lucky and find one that has been left unlocked. Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home and away from your front door. If you have a keyless entry vehicle, keep the key well away from the vehicle while at home and turn off wireless signals on your fob when its not being used. Consider putting the keys in a screened or signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check that it is still working every few months. Park your vehicle in a private garage if you can. If you don’t have access to one, try to park in a well –lit open space. Try to use public car parks that are part of the police approved Park Mark safer parking scheme. Secure your number plates with tamper resistant screws to avoid them being stolen and used by others.
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