Thieves target pickup trucks

Police are investigating a series of car thefts in the county targeting Toyota Hilux vehicles.

Around 10 incidents have been recorded from August 22 to date from Bourne, Stamford, Sleaford, Spalding, Gedney, Lincoln, Marston and Bicker.

Investigations are ongoing but the owners and drivers of Toyota Hilux pickups are urged to remain vigilant.

Police have highlighted some of the measures that can be taken prevent thefts:

• Put your keys in a screened or signal-blocking pouch like a Faraday bag or even an OBD port lock protector.
• Park your car in illuminated areas and where surveillance is available i.e. CCTV or RING Doorbell.
• Additional physical security can also help prevent your car from being driven away. even if a thief gains entry. Steering wheel locks, pedal boxes and gear stick locks are some examples.
• Immobilisers can also prevent a car from starting unless the correct fob, key or activation process is used.
• Modern car alarms and tracker systems can isolate or shut down fuel systems to bring the vehicle to a stop.

For more advice, visit the police page on keeping vehicles safe.