It is apparent from talking to colleagues in neighbouring counties that LandRover Defender theft is on the up. By the nature of the vehicle’s iconic design and capabilities, demand both in the UK and worldwide makes these vehicles a target for organised criminals.
Please look at installing additional security to yours, and don’t leave the keys in the vehicle or in outbuildings or workshops near to where the vehicle is parked. If you can, secure it out of sight at night or when not in use. Trackers and marking schemes like Datatag 4×4 system can also help locate and identify the vehicle.
For further crime prevention advice, please have a look on our website, www.northants.police.uk
Message Sent By
Hutch Hutchings
(Police, PC, NR Northants Rural Team)