Theft of a van which was unlocked with keys in.

Theft of a van which was unlocked with keys in.

Theft of a van which was unlocked with keys in.

This was parked on Cranford Road Barton Seagrave.

We are appealing for information after a van was stolen in Cranford Road Barton Seagrave.

The theft occurred between times 2.30pm and 3.15pm on 17/10/24.

Did you witness anything? Did you see anyone or any vehicle(s) in the area that looked suspicious? If so, then please contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 quoting ref: 24000620828. Alternatively you can report online here.

You can also pass on information anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

There are some simple but effective things you can do to help protect your vehicle/bike:

Select relevant vehicle or bike crime prevention advice below:

Vehicle:

Park your car in a garage or driveway if possible, or on a busy, well-lit road. Choose a ParkMark® accredited public car park wherever possible

Physically check your central locking system has activated to ensure the signal hasn’t been blocked and the car left unlocked

Store keys for keyless entry cars in a RFID pouch or foil lined tin to block signal from scanners that will remotely unlock your car e.g Defender Signal Blocker

Bike:

Secure your bike by looping a cable lock through the front wheel and then through a Sold Secure® Gold standard D lock or chain. Then attach bike to a bike stand or immovable object with the lock Sold Secure - Security Product Testing & Approval

Register details of your bike on the BikeRegister® national database. Look out for FREE police BikeRegister® cycle marking events to have your bike security marked

Buying a second-hand bike? Check whether it’s registered stolen on BikeRegister® database before you buy BikeChecker | BikeRegister

Further security tips and advice can be found on the Northamptonshire Police website and on the Neighbourhood Watch website.

If you would like to contact your local policing team, visit the Your Area section of our website.

PCSO Kirsty Ellerby

Kettering Rural Neighbourhood Policing Team

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