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A spate of thefts of cars that use advanced electronic keys has prompted police to recommend some very low-tech crime prevention techniques.
In a post on Facebook, Hinckley Police advised people to block their keyless car in with another vehicle when they leave it overnight, or to even get special bollards to prevent thefts, Hinckley Free Press reported.
One tip is to use an old-fashioned steering lock on the steering wheel, while another suggestion is that people use RFID wallets, which are made of metal and can block electrical signals.
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There are various methods of stealing keyless cars, ranging from hacking the onboard computer or intercepting the key signal to just breaking into a house and stealing the car key.
The Facebook post on Thursday said there had been incidents around Hinckley, Blaby, Cosby, Earl Shilton and Stoney Stanton.
No further details were given about exactly how the cars were stolen or how many had been taken in recent weeks.
The post stated: “Please take a minute to consider the security of your vehicle and pass the message onto friends, family and neighbours.
“There have been several incidents of keyless vehicle crime and residential burglary related to keyless car crime recently in the Hinckley and Blaby area. Areas affected over recent days include Cosby, Earl Shilton and Stoney Stanton.
“Please be vigilant if you have a keyless vehicle or a high powered vehicle at your property.
“Lots can be done to reduce the risk of criminals targeting your vehicle such as steering locks, driveway bollards, blocking your car in and RFID wallets.
“Please remember to call 999 (emergency) or 101 (non-emergency) immediately if you see anything suspicious.
“These incidents usually happen with another high powered vehicle in convoy, so if you manage to get registration details, please pass them onto us.”
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