Swindon Police have released a CCTV image of a man following reports of vehicle interference.
At 2.30am yesterday - 28 March - on Balmoral Road, Lawn, it was reported that a man was trying car doors.
A police spokesperson said: "When challenged by a homeowner, the suspect produced a glass bottle from a black bag he was carrying.
"The man is described as white, wearing a black, hooded jumper with the hood up, grey jogging bottoms and trainers.
"If you recognise the man pictured or have any information in relation to this incident that could assist officers with their investigations, please call us on 101 and quote crime reference number 54220031434."
The force has issued a list of crime prevention tips for vehicle owners:
- Keep your vehicle locked, windows shut and your keys secure.
- Put the key card/fob in a Faraday case/pouch to block any transmissions.
- Park the vehicle in a locked garage where possible.
- Where possible, park in a well-lit area and in clear view of your property and any CCTV cameras.
- Do not leave any valuables such as wallets, phones or satnavs on display.
- Use an additional steering lock.
- Mark items of property/tools that are stored in the vehicle using an artificial DNA property marker such as Smartwater or SelectaDNA.
- If you have a second, non-keyless vehicle, park that behind the high-value one.
- Check with your car dealership as they can offer advice, and the manufacturer/dealer can often track the vehicle if it is stolen.
- If the vehicle is a company car, check with your fleet manager, who can offer crime prevention and tracking advice.
- Call 999 immediately if you see a crime in progress or any suspicious activity around vehicles in your area. Note the registration numbers of vehicles and descriptions of those involved.
A police spokesperson said: "When challenged by a homeowner, the suspect produced a glass bottle from a black bag he was carrying.
"The man is described as white, wearing a black, hooded jumper with the hood up, grey jogging bottoms and trainers.
"If you recognise the man pictured or have any information in relation to this incident that could assist officers with their investigations, please call us on 101 and quote crime reference number 54220031434."
The force has issued a list of crime prevention tips for vehicle owners:
- Keep your vehicle locked, windows shut and your keys secure.
- Put the key card/fob in a Faraday case/pouch to block any transmissions.
- Park the vehicle in a locked garage where possible.
- Where possible, park in a well-lit area and in clear view of your property and any CCTV cameras.
- Do not leave any valuables such as wallets, phones or satnavs on display.
- Use an additional steering lock.
- Mark items of property/tools that are stored in the vehicle using an artificial DNA property marker such as Smartwater or SelectaDNA.
- If you have a second, non-keyless vehicle, park that behind the high-value one.
- Check with your car dealership as they can offer advice, and the manufacturer/dealer can often track the vehicle if it is stolen.
- If the vehicle is a company car, check with your fleet manager, who can offer crime prevention and tracking advice.
- Call 999 immediately if you see a crime in progress or any suspicious activity around vehicles in your area. Note the registration numbers of vehicles and descriptions of those involved.
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