Local Priorities Theft Of Motor Vehicles Message

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.

I wanted to provide you with an update regarding the theft of motor vehicles in Aldborough ward during the past couple of months. When compared to other parts of the borough, our rates of vehicle theft are lower and generally are in line with annual trends over the past three years.

However, it's important to note that thieves are targeting more hybrid and electric vehicles borough-wide, so our advice is to consider utilising steering wheel locks, Faraday pouches and additional immobilisers (as part of a multi-layer security approach).

MAY (4)
-----
Honda ANC (Motorcycle)
Ford Transit
Isuzu (van)
Jaguar XE

JUNE (2)
------
Jaguar XJ6
VW Golf

JULY (5)
-----
Honda NSS (Motorcycle)
Jaguar XE
Lexus UX
Hyundai Ioniq
Nissan Leaf

AUGUST (1)
---------
Toyota Rav4

Should you require any further advice, please get in touch.

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. 

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.police.uk/, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.  

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. 

 We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years, and we want to make sure you have had the chance to have your say. The consultation paper is available online, as well as a survey to let us know what you think. This closes on the 15 September.