Theft of Motor Vehicles - Maidstone District

Maidstone District is currently experiencing an increase in vehicle thefts. Recent offences have involved motorbikes, pickup trucks, and Ford vehicles being stolen. These offences are widespread across the district, including offences in Grove Green, Harrietsham, Bredhurst, Sandling and Hollingbourne. We’re asking residents to take extra precautions and make use of proven crime‑prevention measures to help protect their vehicles:

~ Always lock your vehicle, even for quick stops.
~ Keep keys and key fobs secure and out of sight, ideally in signal‑blocking pouches.
~ Use visible security devices such as steering wheel locks, wheel clamps or disc locks.
~ Install tracking devices or ensure existing ones are active and registered.
~ Park in well‑lit, overlooked or secure areas - garages where possible.
~ Remove valuables and avoid leaving anything on display.
~ Consider CCTV or video doorbell installation if parking near your home.

For full crime prevention advice, including advice specific to cars, vans and motorbikes, visit the Police.uk website - https://www.police.uk/cp/crime-prevention/keeping-vehicles-safe/preventing-car-vehicle-theft/

If you notice anyone behaving suspiciously around vehicles, please report it. Even small details can help.

Report online: www.kent.police.uk
Call 101 for non-emergencies
Call 999 if a crime is in progress
Information can also be given anonymously to CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111.

If you ever experience this issue or have information regarding an incident, please report it using our online reporting tools at https://www.kent.police.uk, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101.

Alternatively, you can stay 100 per cent anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.