Theft from motor vehicles.

Following a robust investigation, we have identified and arrested a key suspect believed to be responsible for the majority of these offences.

We recognise that vehicle crime is not just a financial burden—it also causes significant distress. Having someone break into your property is an invasion of privacy that can leave residents feeling unsafe in their own neighbourhoods. In response, we are maintaining a visible policing presence in affected areas, while also deploying plain-clothes officers in unmarked vehicles at key times based on known offending patterns.

In the prevention space, we are actively sharing tailored crime prevention advice through both social media and Smart Alert. This includes simple but effective steps to reduce risk, such as removing valuables from vehicles and checking that doors are securely locked.

Tackling motorbike and moped theft.

Operation Alcaic is a newly launched initiative focused on tackling the rising theft of motorbikes and mopeds across the city. We now have a dedicated officer leading on this priority, and early results have already seen several key arrests.

This operation closely links with our ongoing work under Operation Transom, targeting anti-social behaviour involving nuisance motorbikes. We are working in close partnership with our Roads Policing Team, using specialist tactics, NPAS (police helicopter), and drone technology to identify and apprehend offenders.

These crimes are not only causing financial loss and distress to victims but also endangering the lives of both the offenders and other road users. We remain committed to taking robust enforcement action and encourage all residents to secure their bikes, keep them out of sight where possible, and report any suspicious activity or intelligence to us.