Latest news in Yorkshire: October 30, 2017 12:49:51 PM
Police in Sheffield are urging motorists in the city and across South Yorkshire to ensure that their vehicle doors are locked and secure, following an increase in the number of reported thefts.
Overnight between Tuesday 24 October and Wednesday 25 October, Sheffield officers received a dozen reports of thefts from vehicles. In half of those reports, the vehicles targeted were insecure via an unlocked door.
Detective Sergeant Wayne Price said: “If you have automatic locking and use a fob to lock your doors, I’d recommend that you always double check to make sure your doors are locked before walking away.
“This simple check could save you the trouble and distress of returning to your vehicle to find that it has been targeted by opportunistic thieves.
“In addition, please remember not to leave on show any valuables or any items that someone might choose to break into your car for. Five of those reports include vehicles broken into for items like satnavs, dash-cams, and mobile phone cradles.
“Even loose change could be appealing to someone, so make sure anything like this is kept out of sight or not left in your vehicle.
“I’m aware that we’ve shared this message before, but it really is the easiest and most effective way to deter criminals.”
More advice on securing your vehicle is on our website: http://southyorks.police.uk/vehiclesafety
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