Spate of thefts of Mercedes cars in the BCP area
Dorset Police is asking drivers to be vigilant
Mercedes owners in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole are being urged to be vigilant after five cars were stolen in just six weeks.
Dorset Police are also investigating two attempted thefts, and one theft from a vehicle too.
The incidents happened in:
- West Way in Poole on Friday 20th January
- Newfoundland Drive area in Poole on Thursday 2nd February
- Littledown Avenue area in Bournemouth on Tuesday 14th February
- Hillside Drive area in Christchurch on Thursday 23rd February
- Windham Road in Bournemouth on Tuesday 28th February
- Hurn Road in Christchurch on Tuesday 28th February
- River Way in Christchurch on Wednesday 1st March
- River Way in Christchurch on Thursday 2nd March
It is believed the offenders are targeting keyless vehicles.
Detective Sergeant Karen Penn, of Dorset Police’s Priority Crime Team, said:
“An investigation is underway into the series to identify the offenders.
“I am appealing to anyone who may have seen or heard anything suspicious in the relevant areas and dates, or may have captured any footage to help our enquiries, to please get in touch.
“I would like to take this opportunity to remind the public that if you have a keyless vehicle, please leave your key in a screened or signal-blocking box or pouch if possible.
“If that is not available, keep your key, including any spare keys, at home and well away from your vehicle to disrupt communication range and avoid leaving them near your door or window.
“While our enquiries are continuing, I would urge anyone with information about those responsible to please contact Dorset Police.”
If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230035428.
You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.