crime prevention

crime prevention

Dear Residents

Vehicle Theft Alert - Winyates & Matchborough 🚨

Officers from the Local Policing Team are appealing to residents in the Winyates and Matchborough areas to remain vigilant following the theft of a vehicle in the local area.

While enquiries are ongoing, we would like to remind all vehicle owners to take a few simple steps to help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of vehicle crime:

🔒 Always lock your vehicle, even if leaving it unattended for only a short time.

🔑 Keep keys away from doors, windows and letterboxes, and where possible store them in a signal-blocking pouch to help prevent keyless vehicle theft.

🚗 Remove all valuables from your vehicle and avoid leaving items on display.

💡 Park in well-lit areas or secure locations whenever possible.

📹 Consider the use of CCTV, video doorbells or vehicle security devices such as steering wheel locks.

🔍 If your vehicle has keyless entry, check with the manufacturer for any available security updates and ensure your vehicle software is kept up to date.

👀 Report any suspicious activity, including individuals trying vehicle door handles or acting suspiciously around parked vehicles.

Anyone who witnesses suspicious behaviour should report it via 101, online at the West Mercia Police website, or by calling 999 if a crime is in progress.

Your continued support and vigilance help us keep our communities safe. Thank you for helping to protect the Winyates and Matchborough areas.

Kind regards

PCSO 6230 RAINBOW