Thieves targeting cars at Northern General Hospital in Sheffield
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They have issued advice to drivers visiting the hospital on how to keep their possessions safe.
Officers from Sheffield North East neighbourhood policing team said: “Vehicle crime can affect us anywhere. We have however had a increase in theft from vehicles within the grounds of the Northern General Hospital. The below advice is useful wherever you park.
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Hide AdP: Park in a well-lit, overlooked areaA: Alarm your vehicleR: Remove all belongings from viewK: Keep your vehicle secure
Remove everything; don’t even leave a jacket where it can be seenClose the sunroof and windows
Store car ownership information at homeAlways take keys out of the ignitionTake removable stereos and satnav equipment with youUse secure (theft resistant) number platesKeep the inside tidyIf there is nothing in the glove compartment, leave it open.