Hello Resident,

You might have woken up to sub zero temperatures this morning, so it's important you stay with your car while it defrosts.

Every winter, vehicles are stolen from driveways and outside homes when owners leave them to warm up with the key in the ignition.

Car thieves will be watching the weather forecast for this weekend and will be out early in the morning on the lookout for vehicles left unattended.

High value vehicles are often targeted in this way as their advanced security technology makes them difficult to steal unless they already have the engine running and the key in the ignition.

There are ways you can beat the frost and stop criminals taking your vehicle:

Remember! Your insurance company might not pay out if you are deemed responsible for the theft of your vehicle. Never leave your engine running with your keys in the ignition. 

Stay safe this winter. If you see any suspicious activity around vehicles please call us on 101. This could be someone trying door handles or looking into car windows.

Call us on 999 if you see someone attempting to steal a car or if you feel threatened. 

For more vehicle crime prevention advice please visit our website: Crime prevention advice | West Midlands Police