Safer parking
- Make sure you lock your vehicle properly before leaving it. Don’t forget to lock the sunroof and ensure all windows are closed and the boot is locked
- Never leave anything valuable, or anything that might contain something valuable, on display. This includes jackets and loose change left in an ashtrays. Even if you don’t have anything stolen, the cost of replacing broken windows or locks can be well over £100
- Any items that you are not able to remove from your vehicle should be locked in the boot
- Where possible, remove the stereo or its fascia and take it with you
- Fold in wing mirrors and put down your vehicle’s aerial to prevent vandalism
- When parking overnight or for a long period try to leave your vehicle where it is within range of CCTV cameras
- Use secure, well-supervised car parks that have attendants, good lighting and security cameras
- Check your surroundings before parking to use a cash machine and if it is dark park somewhere that is well-lit
Safer car parks in Nottinghamshire
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