Crime Alert - Theft of a Vehicle

Crime Alert - Theft of a Vehicle

Dear Resident

Humberside Police are investigating a report of a Theft of a vehicle from NEWLAND AVENUE SCUNTHORPE

The incident occurred between 2200 21/11/2025 and 0800 22/11/2025. The offender(s) approached a Ford Transit Custom van, parked on a driveway and stole it by unknown means.

If you have any CCTV footage (including video doorbell), saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area around this time or have any information about the offenders please contact the police on the non-emergency number 101 quoting occurrence ref: 25*162864

Alternatively you could call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. You don’t have to leave your name and you may even receive a reward.

To reduce the risk of your vehicle being stolen, please read through the below advice -

Keep your vehicle locked at all times

Make sure your vehicle alarm is set if it has one.

Consider using a steering wheel lock, we recommend Secured by Design accredited products.

Don't leave your keys or fobs where they can be easily found.

If your vehicle has keyless entry, use a faraday pouch to prevent a reply theft.

Park your vehicle in a garage if you can, or in a secure location.

If you have CCTV, park your vehicle where it will be covered.

Please also find attached the Police Crime Prevention Handbook which covers a broad range of crime prevention advice.

Thank you

Humberside Police

Attachments

Police Crime Prevention Handbook.pdf

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Becky Armstrong
(Humberside Police, Police Constable, Scunthorpe Urban)

Crime Alert - Theft of a Vehicle

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