A NUMBER of unattended cars have been stolen across Gwent this morning while their owners left engines running to help defrost windows.
Multiple thefts are said to have occurred in the Rogerstone area.
In the last hour some cars have been stolen off driveways in #Rogerstone. The owners have left their cars running without keeping an eye on them. To prevent this, do not leave your cars unattended whilst defrosting! #NewportWestNPT
— Pill Officers (@gppill) January 23, 2019
Gwent Police have warned people not to leave cars unattended whilst defrosting them.
We would like to remind members of the public given the cold weather at this time should you need to defrost your windscreen please stay with your vehicle. Please do not leave your vehicles switched on and unattended with keys in the ignition or keyless start systems. pic.twitter.com/JTdFssiM7y
— Gwent Police (@gwentpolice) January 23, 2019
Report suspicious activity to them on 101, or by calling 999 in an emergency.
*Were you one of those people to have your car stolen? Tell us about your ordeal by calling 01633 777217 or emailing newsdesk@southwalesargus.co.uk*
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