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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. 🚨 COMMUNITY ALERT – RESIDENTIAL BURGLARY & VEHICLE THEFT 🚨
Residents are advised that on 05 May 2026, a residential burglary and vehicle theft occurred on New Zealand Way.
Between approximately 11:00hrs and 14:00hrs, suspect(s) gained access to a property by damaging the letterbox and reaching inside. Car keys were taken from a table within the porch area, and the suspect(s) then left the location with the victim’s vehicle, causing damage to a metal gate whilst exiting.
Stolen Vehicle Details:
Colour: Grey (two-tone)
Registration: GX22 KHM
⚠️ Crime Prevention Advice
This incident highlights the importance of taking simple steps to protect your property:
Do not leave car keys, valuables, or personal items on display or within easy reach of doors or windows
Keep keys out of sight and away from entry points, particularly near letterboxes
Consider installing a letterbox guard/cage to prevent access
Ensure doors, windows, and gates are secure at all times
👮‍♂️ Please remain vigilant. If you see anything suspicious, report it to police via 101, or 999 in an emergency.
Together, we can help keep our community safe.
If you have any information/cctv please call 101 and provide this crime number 01/7524762/26 / CAD 5516 05/MAY26
 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. | 
