Man arrested and warning over recent burglaries and vehicle thefts in Bransholme and north Hull

Police in the Bransholme and north Hull areas have received several reports of burglaries where keys and vehicles have been stolen over the weekend.  

Authorities are working hard to find those responsible and bring them to justice and have already identified one suspect who is currently in custody and assisting with investigations, but would always remind people to follow some simple tips to keep their property and vehicles safe.

If you see anyone acting suspiciously call 101 or call 999 if a crime is in progress.

Always double check your car is physically secure and alarmed, especially when using keyless locking systems and keep keys out of sight inside your property; don’t leave near doors, windows or out on worktops.

General car crime prevention advice

• If you have a garage, keep your car in it when it is not being used.
• If you don’t have a garage, park your car as close to your property as possible to make access difficult.
• Where possible, block your car in with another vehicle or a driveway parking post which would mean the vehicle couldn’t be driven away.
• Install CCTV and a motion sensor security light covering the area where your vehicle is kept, such as your driveway or the street outside your property.
• Check and make sure that no valuables are left in sight in the vehicle and keep the glove box empty where possible. Consider leaving it open to show there is nothing inside.

Keyless crime prevention advice

• Use a blocking pouch (Faraday Bag) for your key – make sure you store your spare key in one too.
• Turn off Keyless Fob’s Wireless Signal – wireless signals on some keyless fobs can be switched off.
• Use a Steering Wheel Lock or Car Alarm – Most modern car thieves are equipped with laptops rather than hand tools, so mechanical devices – such as steering wheel locks – can be a real deterrent.
• Re-programme your keys – If you buy a second-hand vehicle, there is a risk that you may not be given all of the sets of car keys. Reprogramming your car keys can stop thieves using stolen keys

Read more advice on our website: https://www.humberside.police.uk/protect-your-vehicle

Anyone with information about the incidents over the weekend should call the non-emergency number 101 quoting log 181 of 3 July 2022.