Write a commentFollowing two more thefts from cars last week Police are reminding the public that thieves are opportunistic and unattended cars can often look like an attractive prospect to criminals. We do not want anyone to fall prey to this type of crime and would urge all motorists to take steps to protect your car and valuables.
At approximately 8.15pm on Thursday, 5 December a silver Mercedes jeep was broken into at Damolly Retail Park. Police are keen to speak to the occupants of a blue hatchback car, seen in the area and also any person who may have noticed a burgundy Fiat vehicle bearing Southern registration plates 02-D-61290.
In the second incident a car, parking at Karting premises in Greenbank Industrial Estate, was broken into around 9.05pm. Police are also keen to hear from anyone who may have observed a number of males in the area who left in a burgundy Fiat, registration 02-D-61290.
Police in Newry can be contacted on 0845 600 8000. If you prefer to provide information without giving your details you can contact the independent Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Tips:
Don't make it easy for thieves - remove all valuables, such as handbags, wallets, CD players, laptops, Sat Navs and phones from view. Lock valuable items in the boot and remove the face plate from your in-car stereo system. In a number of these incidents the thief is going straight for the glove box so avoid storing your valuables here - where possible, keep your wallet, purse, cash or phone on your person.
Ensure your vehicle is locked and all windows and sun roofs secure. Improving your car’s security features such as alarms, prominent VIN number markings, immobilisers and tracking devices can also help protect your vehicle.
It only takes a matter of seconds to break into a car so it is vitally important that the public promptly report any suspicious activity they notice near vehicles or when a car alarm has been activated. This will help to deter and help us detect those involved in this type of crime.
