There has been a recent spate of vehicles thefts whereby vehicles are being stolen without the need for the key. This is occurring throughout Nottingham City West area over the last few days.

The vehicles being targeted are mainly Ford Fiesta's and Ford Transit vans. It is currently unknown how these vehicles are being taken, however if you own a vehicle of this type or know someone who does then please be vigilant and where you can, take extra measures to ensure your vehicle is secure when not in use or warn others to do this.

On the evening of 06/12/2024 a silver Ford Transit was stolen from outside an address on Trentham Drive, Beechdale.

If you can, ensure your vehicle is parked where it is in view of CCTV and consider using extra security items such as,

-steering wheel locks
-wheel clamps
-fitting your vehicle with a GPS tracker
-storing your keys in a key signal blocking case

Do not leave anything of value in your vehicle overnight.

Anyone with any information in relation to these crimes please contact 101 or you can always contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online. If you witness a crime in progress please use the 999 system.