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Theft from vehicles in Hambleton area
Officers from are appealing for witnesses after two thefts from vehicles in the Hambleton area.
The incidents occurred between 1.15pm and 2.20pm on Saturday March 7, 2009 when two vehicles were broken into which were parked at a car park known as the Fishermans car park on the peninsula road at Stamford Road and Ketton Road.
During the first incident, a blue Ford Focus had its rear windscreen smashed. Nothing was stolen from the vehicle.
During the second incident, a green Vauxhall Vectra had a back seat window smashed. A handbag containing a Nokia 6230 mobile phone and a purse containing a quantity of cash and cards was stolen.
PC Paul Anderson, who is investigating these incidents, said: "We would like to appeal to anyone who has any information regarding these incidents to please get in touch.
"We would like to remind motorists to think about the security of their vehicles and that they should never leave valuables visible in unattended vehicles.
"Please make sure that doors are locked and windows are closed when you leave the car even if it's only for a moment.
"Leaving items on display in the car, for example handbags, jackets and satellite navigation systems are an appealing target for thieves and if possible take all valuables with you."
Anyone with any information about these incidents is asked to contact PC 1921 Paul Anderson on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 1921. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.
* Please note, some mobile ‘phone service providers may charge for this call.
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