Spate of thefts from cars at Wiltshire beauty spots

Police are urging people to be vigilant after incidents involving parked vehicles at Knapp Hill, Martinsell Hill and Pewsey Downs in the east of the county.

PC Emily Grigor, from the Devizes Area Community Policing Team, said: “We know that as lockdown eases many people will be venturing out to our countryside and beauty spots to meet with friends or go for walks. 

"Nobody wants their day out ruined by a thief gaining access to their vehicle and stealing valuables.

“There are basic steps you can take to help protect your car and belongings, so please be vigilant, and always report suspicious activity to us, either via our website or by calling 101.”

Police advice includes:

:: Always make sure your vehicle is locked.

:: Close all the windows and sunroof.

:: Take items with you, or, if you are leaving them in the vehicle, please make sure they are hidden.

:: Hide electrical items and remember that leaving sat nav mounts, suction cup marks on windows or having cables on view, gives away that there might be valuables inside.