POLICE in the Orford and Winwick areas of Warrington have issued a warning over increasing reports of keyless car theft and theft from motor vehicles.
Keyless car theft is where the signal from a key is captured by somebody standing outside the victim’s house using a device.
Police are offering the following advice on how to protect yourself:
– Use a signal blocking (faraday) pouch to keep your keys safe. Leave keys away from windows and doors.
– Turn off the keyless fob wireless signal – you can consult your car’s manual to do this.
– Use a steering wheel lock. Mechanical devices take time to remove and can be a great deterrent.
At Winwick local PCSO Tony Spruce issued a warning on social media saying: “I have been out and about in the area speaking to recent victims of crime in the Winwick area, we had reports of suspicious males during the early hours earlier this week.
“It is possible these people are trying to obtain car keys or scan them.
“I would advise anyone with keyless start cars to purchase a Faraday box or pouch they could literally save your car from being stolen.
“Will carry on my patrols and extra patrols are in the area of a night.”
“If you see anything suspicious please call 999 or 101 if they have already left.”
