Police are appealing for witnesses following a series of vehicle thefts in Bishop’s Waltham on July 2-3. Multiple cars were broken into with cash, keys, laptop, sunglasses and a grey Renault Kadjar stolen.
Detectives investigating the recent spate of vehicle break-ins in Bishop’s Waltham are seeking witnesses whilst urging residents to follow crime prevention guidance.
Authorities acknowledge the local community impact but emphasise that investigations continue as evidence is collected to apprehend the perpetrators.
The incidents involved criminals gaining access to vehicles and stealing various items including cash, keys, a laptop, sunglasses and an entire vehicle.
Police have documented the following incidents:
Battery Hill – Vehicle entered around 3am on 3 July, nothing taken (44250295648)
Albany Court – Car accessed at approximately 2.45am on 3 July, loose change stolen (44250293687)
Albany Court – Vehicle broken into around 2.30am on 3 July, rucksack and laptop taken. The bag containing the laptop was subsequently recovered near the location (44250293802)
Marlow Road – Grey Renault Kadjar stolen between 11pm on 2 July and 4.30am on 3 July (44250293857)
Cunningham Avenue – Car entered between 7.30pm on 2 July and 8.10am on 3 July, keys stolen (44250293893)
Blanchard Road – Vehicle accessed between 7.50pm on 2 July and 8.35am on 3 July, £5 cash taken (44250294033)
Marlow Road – Car broken into between 11pm on 2 July and 7am on 3 July, sunglasses stolen (44250294227)
Edington Close – Vehicle entered between 10pm on 2 July and 8am on 3 July, £20 cash taken (44250294970)
Greens Close – Car accessed between 10pm on 2 July and 9am on 3 July, loose change stolen (44250295006)
Northfield Close – Vehicle broken into between 11pm on 2 July and 8am on 3 July, loose change taken (44250295400)
Abbots Road – Car entered between 8pm on 2 July and 6am on 2 July, nothing stolen (44250295604)
Waltham Road – Vehicle accessed between midnight on 2 July and 8am on 3 July, driving licence taken but recovered nearby (44250295632)
Police teams are treating these incidents with utmost seriousness and pursuing strong investigative leads to identify those responsible.
Anyone with information regarding these incidents should contact authorities on 101 or through the website, referencing the appropriate case number: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/
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Vehicle theft typically occurs opportunistically, with criminals testing door handles hoping cars are unlocked. Residents should stay alert, secure all doors and avoid leaving valuables in vehicles.
Police particularly urge keyless vehicle owners to take additional security measures, especially those with high-value keyless cars frequently targeted by criminals.
Store keys securely in a faraday pouch or tin that blocks signals, keeping them away from front doors to weaken signals used by offenders. Sold Secure offers tested and approved products meeting the Secured by Design Police Preferred Specification.
Additionally, physically verify doors and windows are locked, particularly after using remote locking, and check no items are visible inside, ensuring glove compartments are closed.
Additional vehicle security guidance is available at: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/vehicle-safe-and-sound/
To report suspicious activity or if you’ve been a victim, contact police on 101 or via: https://www.hampshire.police.uk/ro/report/ocr/af/how-to-report-a-crime/. For crimes in progress, call 999.
