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# Police urge Ipswich drivers to lock vehicles as thefts continue
- URL: https://www.ipswich.co.uk/police-urge-ipswich-drivers-to-lock-vehicles-as-thefts-continue/
- Published: 2024-10-22T12:02:00.000Z
- Updated: 2026-03-16T15:32:24.000Z
- Description: Suffolk Constabulary and Ipswich Borough Council have joined forces to tackle vehicle theft across Ipswich, warning that most crimes involve thieves targeting unlocked cars.
- Author: Oliver Rouane-Williams
- Tags: News, Policing, Crime, #article, Ipswich Borough Council, Suffolk Constabulary, #Import 2026-03-16 14:46

**The big picture:** According to police figures, nine in ten vehicle thefts in the area involve criminals gaining access to cars that were left unsecured.

- Police have made several arrests in August and September
- One repeat offender has been jailed
- Authorities are working together to reduce these preventable crimes

**What you can do:**

- Always lock your vehicle and double-check it's secure
- Remove all valuable items from view
- Don't leave charging cables or glasses on display
- Stay vigilant and report suspicious activity

**How to report:**

- Call 101 for non-emergencies
- Submit reports online at [suffolk.police.uk](https://www.suffolk.police.uk/?ref=ipswich.co.uk)
- Call 999 if you witness a crime in progress

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