Vehicle crime

Overnight on the 9th September 2026 on Mafeking Street Harrogate a vehicle has been broken into and a wallet taken containing bank cards.

If you have any information, CCTV or ring door bell footage which could assist police please ring 101 and quote reference number 12260177875.

Having your car broken into and losing your things to thieves can be very distressing. Here are a few simple steps you can take to keep your vehicle, and what’s in it, safe.

- Always lock your vehicle. 

- Close windows and the sunroof.

-Secure number plates with tamper proof screws.

- Never leave anything of value on show. Hide it or take them with you.

- Park in well-lit and busier areas.

- Tradesperson? Do not leave tools in your vehicle. Security mark them if not possible through www.immobilise.com

- Hide electrical items. Cables and Satnav suction pads will show there is a device in the vehicle.

- Never leave registration/insurance documents in the vehicle e a few simple steps you can take to keep your vehicle, and what’s in it, safe.