Crime Alert - Theft from a Vehicle

Humberside Police are investigating a report of a theft from a car from Thompson Street Scunthorpe.

The incident occurred between 21:30 and 22:00 hours on 24/08/2026. The offender(s) approached a Black Audi A3 parked up on the driveway and opened all of the doors to conduct a search from within. A purse was taken and a gym bag from within the vehicle. 

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:  26*120110

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.

You can also provide information anonymously on the Crimestoppers website

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

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

Thank you

Humberside Police

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