Owners of Toyota Hilux vehicles are being urged to increase the security of their vehicles.
This follows a number of Toyota Hilux vehicles being reported stolen from the Bassetlaw, Newark, and Sherwood areas in recent months.
Seven Toyota Hilux vehicles have been stolen from various locations, including Balderton, Farndon, Blyth, and Newark, over the last few months. This mirrors a growing trend in neighbouring police force areas and across the country.
Yvonne Pickersgill, Crime Prevention Officer at Nottinghamshire Police, said:
“It’s believed that Toyota Hilux 4x4s are now the most targeted vehicles by criminals nationally, with a notable increase in ‘keyless’ thefts this year.
“That’s why it’s extremely important that anyone who owns a Hilux in Nottinghamshire – particularly one that is used in a remote or rural area – takes extra steps to keep it safe now.
“Please help us by locking your vehicle when it’s not in use, keeping the keys safe, parking in a well-lit area overlooked by houses or CCTV, and investing in in-car security locks and trackers.”
