Cleveland Police warning after car thieves strike in Hartlepool's Burn Valley, Foggy Furze, Throston, West Park and town centre areas

By Gavin Ledwith
Published 11th Aug 2023, 08:52 BST
Updated 12th Aug 2023, 08:03 BST
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Police in Hartlepool are warning residents that thieves have been active in the town over the last few nights.

They say cars have been broken into in almost all areas of the town.

These include Burn Valley, Foggy Furze, Throston, West Park and the town centre.

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Officers have stepped up patrols in these areas and are asking residents to double check that cars are locked while also making sure that doorbell cameras are on where possible.

The Burn Valley area of Hartlepool is one of the areas targeted by car thieves in recent days.The Burn Valley area of Hartlepool is one of the areas targeted by car thieves in recent days.
The Burn Valley area of Hartlepool is one of the areas targeted by car thieves in recent days.

Inspector Adrian Dack, of Hartlepool Police, said: “Remember to remove items from your car and don’t leave anything on show. Whilst these items may not be valuables, thieves will still try to break into your car for them. Also, try to ensure that your doorbell camera is on if you have one.”

Anyone with CCTV footage or doorbell footage of any of these thefts or anyone with information is asked to call the police on 101.