Theft of Motor Vehicle

Theft of Motor Vehicle

Dear Resident

Between 930pm and 11pm on the 18th of October, a vehicle theft occurred on High Street Northchurch. It is suspected that keyless relay method has been used to clone the master keys which were in the victims property at the time.

Keyless-car-theft targets vehicles that do not have an ignition or use a push button start. If you have a keyless car it is recommended that you use a faraday or signal blocking pouch to keep both sets of car keys in. Other deterrents to use can be a steering wheel lock or foot pedal lock. Some key fobs allow you to turn off the remote locking feature at night. Contact your dealer to see if your vehicle uses this feature.

If you have any information relating to this crime you can click the reply button at the bottom of the email, or by contacting the police on the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime number 41/100608/26.

Alternatively, you can give information anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Tips to prevent vehicle crime:

Ensure you lock doors and shut windows/sunroof when leaving your vehicle unattended.

Always remove keys from the ignition when you are not with the vehicle

When parking, remember to set your immobiliser or alarm or use an approved steering lock or gear lever clamp.

Never leave valuables in your vehicle – not even in the glove box or boot – and keep all possessions out of sight – even coats, sunglasses and carrier bags.

Be aware of your keys. Don’t leave them visible on a windowsill or near to your front door, where they could be “hooked” through the letterbox or a keyless signal can be received by relay devices.

If you have a keyless entry car use a signal blocking bag and consider using additional trackers, steering wheel locks or ghost immobilisers.

Store car ownership documents at home, not in your car.

Please be vigilant and report any suspicious activities in the area.

If you need to report a crime please call 101 or go online here.

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For more detailed vehicle crime prevention information, visit the “Protect Your Property” section of our website: www.herts.police.uk/protectyourproperty

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Alan Waller
(Hertfordshire Constabulary, PCSO, Dacorum - Berkhamsted and Tring)