Neighbourhood Watch

Car Key Burglary Warning

It appears that car key burglaries may once again be on the increase, so here is a reminder of what precautions to take. People should be alert to suspicious activity at addresses with high value vehicles including BMWs, Audis, Volkswagens and Mercedes. Burglaries are committed to obtain vehicle keys as improved security means that these vehicles are more difficult to steal without a key. Residents are encouraged to remain vigilant during the day and look out for any unusual people or vehicles paying attention to the driveways of houses where desirable cars are usually parked, even if they are not there at the time, and similarly late at night when coming or going. Owners of high value, desirable cars are advised to take extra precautions:  Always lock windows and doors.  Fit a steering wheel lock or after market security device  If a secure garage to park the car in overnight is available, it is best to use it.  Set burglar alarms and any other security devices and consider a driveway alarm to give early warning of someone approaching.  Consider fitting a tracking device; if the car is stolen there is a greater chance of it being traced.  Be alert to who is around and where the car keys are. Report suspicious activity or interest in these types of vehicles to police on 101, or 999 in an emergency. Without putting yourself at risk, try to obtain a description of anyone suspicious who you saw, and registration numbers of vehicles, which can be passed on to police to aid investigation. You can contact Neighbourhood Watch by telephoning Graham on (01763) 260358, or by emailing nhw.meldreth@btinternet.com. Meldreth Neighbourhood Watch