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I wanted to provide an update regarding the theft of motor vehicles, which members around this area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the Met Engage priority survey. We are seeing a rise in Fiat 500 thefts, linked to the start of race season and the rising cost of spare parts.
👉 What you can do:
- Use a Secured by Design approved (SBD) steering lock (e.g., Disklok)
- Install a secure driveway post
- Use an Apple AirTag or similar tracker
- Always check your car is locked
- Keep keys out of sight and away from doors
- Use a Faraday bag for keyless fobs
- Park in a garage or well-lit area
- Use Park Mark approved car parks
- Secure your number plates with tamper-resistant screws
👉 Report any incidents or suspicious activity:
- Online via our website at https://www.met.police.uk/
- Through online web chat
- Call the non-emergency number 101
- Or report anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800555111
or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org
 We know that people can be concerned about the personal and financial impact of having their vehicle stolen, which is why we will pursue and arrest those who break the law. Please consider taking the following steps to keep your vehicle safe: Check that your vehicle is locked and secure every time you leave it. Thieves often look for easy opportunities to steal from vehicles. They will usually try the handles until they get lucky and find one that has been left unlocked. Keep your keys safe, out of view when at home and away from your front door. If you have a keyless entry vehicle, keep the key well away from the vehicle while at home and turn off wireless signals on your fob when its not being used. Consider putting the keys in a screened or signal blocking pouch, such as a Faraday Bag and check that it is still working every few months. Park your vehicle in a private garage if you can. If you don’t have access to one, try to park in a well –lit open space. Try to use public car parks that are part of the police approved Park Mark safer parking scheme. Secure your number plates with tamper resistant screws to avoid them being stolen and used by others.
If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.met.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 and 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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