PCSO’s have been conducting patrols at River Street car park, Castle car park and Windsor town centre over the last few days, due to an increase in thefts from cars over the local police area.
Most vehicle crime is preventable. The best way to protect your belongings is to lock your car whenever you leave it. Other things you can do include:
Removing everything from the car, don’t even leave a jacket where it can be seen.
Closing the sunroof along with the windows when you leave.
Not storing things in the boot, take them with you.
Taking removable sat navs with you.
Where you park can make a big difference to the safety of your car and your belongings. Look out for car parks approved by the police safer parking scheme. You can find them by looking for their distinctive ‘Park Mark’ signs.
Having a routine to ensure you always take the keys out of the ignition.
Storing car ownership information in your home, not your car.
Using secure (theft resistant) number plates can make your plates less attractive to thieve.
Have your vehicle’s windows etched with its registration number or the last seven digits of the vehicle identification number (VIN). This can put criminals off, as it makes your car more difficult to sell. It also makes it easier for police to get your car back to you if it is stolen.
For more information on how to keep your vehicle safe, visit the Thames Valley Police website.
https://www.thamesvalley.police.uk/advice/protecting-your-home-and-belongings/vehicle-crime/Message Sent By
Dawn James (Police, Neighbourhood Administrator, Windsor & Maidenhead)
