Swindon car theft appeal

Wiltshire Police are appealing for information following the theft of a car in Swindon.

A light blue VW Golf, reg number beginning DE61, was stolen on Friday 30 June 2017 between 6.15pm and 6.30pm from the rear of a property in Ferndale Road, Swindon – near the junction with Cobden Road.

Local officers are investigating, however people are reminded to ensure their vehicles are secure and valuables are either removed or kept out of sight.

If you can help with our enquiries please contact PC Jessica Sowden on 101 or anonymously, via Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.

Here are some basic crime prevention tips to help keep your home and vehicle safe:

• Keep car keys out of sight
• Never leave keys in a plant pot or letter box, a thief will know where to look
• Keep front and back doors locked even when you are in the house to prevent people walking in without you knowing, also double check they are locked at night
• Fit doors with mortice locks
• All windows should be fitted with locks, except those designated as fire escapes
• Keep valuable items out of view and mark them with a property marking system
• Make sure you have good lighting around your property and consider investing in a burglar alarm
• Lock tools and ladders away so thieves can’t use them to break in
• Make sure you have up to date contents insurance
• If you see anyone acting suspiciously take down any descriptions and vehicle registration numbers and call us immediately on 999