Hi
I've not shared any news via email for a long time, because the WhatsApp group has proved much more popular than ever envisioned.
So the good ol' Chelmorton Grove email newsletter has been made redundant.
But fear not. I thought I'd share a poster that the Neighbourhood Watch officials sent out in their email today, in their PROTECT YOUR CAR campaign.
First, here are some key bits of what they say...
Car crime is a real problem in the UK. Alarmingly, one car is stolen every ten minutes. With Covid-19 and the recent lockdowns, many people aren’t driving or checking on their cars as much as they used to. At Neighbourhood Watch, we need your help to remind car owners to remain vigilant about where and how they park their cars, in order to keep them safe.
John Hayward-Cripps, the CEO of Neighbourhood Watch Network, says:
"Most car crimes happen because cars are left unlocked. There is a misconception that some cars are auto-locking and lock themselves if left unattended after a period of time. This isn’t always correct. Another misconception is that your car is too old and no one will bother stealing it. This is also incorrect – both new and old cars are at risk. Having a car stolen or broken into is more than simply a hassle, it can impact on people’s livelihoods. The good news is that there are simple steps everyone can take to help reduce the risk to their car. With only a 46% recovery rate, we’re reminding everyone to leave your car locked, lit and empty.”
And here's the poster...
Stay safe, and have a healthy (chocolate-filled) Easter!
David
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