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Letterbox Theft

If you feel that you could still be at risk of ‘key theft’, you may want to invest in a vehicle tracking system.

A thief will use any opportunity open to him or her to steal a vehicle. One of the latest ways is for a criminal to use an implement such as a fishing rod, cane or aerial through a letterbox to hook keys and steal the vehicle.

As vehicle security becomes tighter, the easiest way to steal a vehicle is by using the owner’s keys. Of course, this has added benefits for the thief, as there is there is no need to damage the vehicle, which raises less suspicion from the Police and can make them more money if they sell the vehicle on.

One of the latest ways is for a criminal to use an implement such as a fishing rod, cane or aerial through a letterbox to hook keys and steal the vehicle

The only way to protect yourself from this kind of crime is to ensure that you keep your keys well away from potential access points such as the letterbox or a window.

 

This kind of crime isn’t just perpetrated in the home. Criminals often snatch bags or pockets in public places. Make sure you keep an eye on your keys at all times.

If you feel that you could still be at risk of ‘key theft’, you may want to invest in a vehicle tracking system. This will pinpoint the position of a stolen vehicle to within a few feet, allowing the police to quickly recover it.

For more help, visit our vehicle security centre.

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Please do not email the Metropolitan Police unless you have details of the fraudsters bank details, address or telephone numbers. Also bear in mind that the Metropolitan Police covers the Greater London area. For help across the rest of the UK, please contact your local force.