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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Vehicle Crime - theft from / theft of, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Each year we see criminals take advantage of shorter daylight hours, leading to spikes in crimes like vehicle break-ins, burglaries and personal robberies.
We’re working hard to apprehend those responsible and would ask that you continue to report any crimes to us. These reports help us build a better picture of where and when these offences are taking place and establish any links that might lead us to the offenders.
While our enquires are paramount, there are steps you can take to help make things harder for criminals to operate and stop them in their tracks.
🔒Did you lock your car door?
It’s so easy to forget after a long day at work when all we want to do is get home and stick the kettle on. An unlocked door gives criminals the chance to root through any personal belongings in your car with ease.
👀What’s on display?
We know this doesn’t stop offending, but removing valuable items from your car or ensuring they are not on display can lower the chances of your vehicle being targeted.
🚫Have you heard of a Faraday pouch?
A Faraday pouch is a small, portable bag lined with a special metallic mesh that blocks electromagnetic signals. It's designed to protect keyless car fobs from relay theft; a method used by criminals to intercept and amplify the signal from your car key to unlock and start your vehicle — even if the key is inside your home.
🪛Got tools? Get them marked!
Security marking kits can be purchased online and used to mark your valuables like tools or your mobile phone. Once marked, you can register your items via www.immobilise.com which increases the chances of your belongings being returned to you if lost or stolen.
Seen something suspicious, witnessed or been affected by vehicle break-in, burglary or robbery? Report it to us: https://www.beds.police.uk/ro/report/
 If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.beds.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org. Get Involved Please consider getting involved by registering for these messages, this will enable you to contribute to the local priority survey. We may be unaware of issues that you would like us to focus on. Take a few minutes to securely and privately register and have your say using the button below, this will mean we can focus on things that matter to you. 
Please click here to complete the survey
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