Motorists were recently warned about car theft after keyless vehicles were attacked by thieves.
Birkdale in Southport saw two car thefts in one night last week, with Merseyside police warning people about the safety of their vehicles.
Both cars had keyless ignition and were stolen without their trailers.
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This means that the thieves were able to search for the trailer’s signal and steal the vehicles.
The Sefton Police Department Facebook page states: “We are investigating the thefts of two cars that took place overnight in Birkdale from Thursday 14th to Friday 15th October.
“This suggests the thieves were able to look for the trailer’s signal to steal the vehicles.
“Thieves often leave stolen cars a short distance from their original location if there are trackers attached to the vehicle.
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“So if you notice unusual cars in parking garages or in places where you do not recognize the vehicle, it is always worth reporting the car to us if it is a stolen car.
“High-quality and prestigious cars have always been the target of thieves / burglars. Criminals target cars themselves and also all valuables left in them such as handbags, purses, tools and navigation devices.”
People have also been given guidelines to follow in the future to prevent their cars from being stolen.
The article states: “Sometimes license plates are also stolen. So what can you do to reduce your risk of becoming a victim of auto crime? Follow these guidelines. “
“Lock your car EVERY time you leave it – cars with unlocked doors will be identified and targeted in the area. Get in the habit of clicking the lock on the key fob TWICE to lock the doors
“After locking your vehicle, keep your keys out of sight. Keep keyless ignition locks in a can away from doors and windows. Be aware that visitors to your home may notice where the keys are, and stealth theft is common in both places Common front and back of houses
“If you have a car alarm, use it.
“With high quality / prestige cars, you take greater precautions like trackers and immobilizers.
“For ALL vehicles, ‘low-tech’ immobilizers such as wheel clamps, gear sticks or steering locks are an affordable way to deter theft.
“Use a property tagging system like Smartwater, Datatag or similar to deter theft and identify stolen vehicles and parts.
“If you have a garage, use it – break-ins from cars locked in the garage are almost unheard of.
“Add a garage / shed alarm.
“When you are out and about, park your car in a well-lit area.
“Above all, don’t leave anything of value in your car; Wallets, laptops / Ipads, satellite navigation systems, etc. the vehicle.
“Don’t even leave a coat or a plastic bag on a seat.
“Thieves hate two things: light and noise. So, consider adding actions that illuminate and draw attention to them.
“Remember, regardless of the age or condition of your car or motorcycle, it can still be a target for thieves.
“If you see any suspicious activity around unattended vehicles, dial 999 immediately.
“The security of house back doors also clearly needs to be improved. Patio locks that secure doors at night and on the go are a good idea, as are vibrating alarms that warn you of tampering with doors and windows.
“Don’t give thieves the chance to make you a victim of vehicle crime. If you have information on who is committing vehicle crime in your area or where stolen property is stored, you can do so on Facebook at MERSEYSIDE POLICE CONTACT CENTER or. report on Twitter @MerPolCC or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. “
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