Good afternoon, 

Fareham East Neighbourhoods Team is on duty this weekend. Whilst reviewing reports made to us over the last few days, we have a slight increase in vehicle crime, including thefts from motor vehicles within the area.

Although this rise is only minimal, we urge all vehicle owners to protect themselves from these offences occurring with the following crime prevention advice.

TAKE IT:  Keep your car locked and remove all valuable property from your car, including any bags and coats. To be sure, buy a ‘faraday pouch’. Thieves will break into cars for bags and coats, due to the possibility they may contain valuables. Thieves will search unlocked vehicles for ANYTHING - including, chargers, loose coins, sunglasses and keys.

LOCK IT: Ensure that your car is locked and windows are shut when leaving it.

CHECK IT: Pull your car handle to CHECK it’s locked. If it’s a keyless entry car – make sure your car keys are not left within range for someone to copy the signal. Double check that nothing of value is left out on display.

For more information please click here - Prevent theft from a vehicle | Crime Prevention | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary

If you have been a victim of theft from motor vehicle or vehicle related crime, please contact us on 101 or alternatively report online. Additionally, if you have information that may assist us in these investigations please contact us. The more information we have the more action we are able to take to disrupt and pursue those responsible. 

As always, please also take a few spare moments to complete a survey where possible.

Please click here to complete the survey

Kind regards, 

PC Emma Davies 28173

Designated Neighbourhoods Officer

Fareham East NPT