Three Quarters of Car Thefts Go Unsolved in UK
New data shows over 75% of car thefts in England and Wales were closed without a suspect. The Liberal Democrats demand a dedicated National Crime Agency unit to tackle organised vehicle crime.
Category : Search result: vehicle theft
Car theft crisis: 76% of UK cases unsolved
Shocking figures reveal over 92,000 car thefts went unsolved last year. The Liberal Democrats demand a new national police unit to tackle organised crime. #Crime #UK
76% of UK car thefts unsolved, Met Police worst at 88%
Shocking data reveals 76% of UK car thefts went unsolved last year, with the Metropolitan Police failing to solve 88%. Read the full story and the political response.
Organised Crime Targets UK Building Sites Over Christmas
Security bosses warn organised crime gangs are exploiting the Christmas shutdown to steal high-value tools and equipment from UK construction sites, with losses potentially exceeding £100m. Learn how firms can protect their assets.
Spirit Airlines agents charged with theft of passenger's purse
Two Spirit Airlines agents face theft charges after allegedly stealing a passenger's designer purse from Fort Lauderdale airport. Read the full details of the incident and investigation.
Evri driver filmed stealing parcel from doorstep
CCTV footage shows an Evri delivery driver allegedly stealing a parcel from a Hampshire home. The incident highlights the UK's £650m-a-year parcel theft epidemic. Read the full story.
Spirit Airlines staff charged with theft of passenger's designer bag
Two Spirit Airlines employees face petit theft charges after allegedly stealing a passenger's Louis Vuitton wristlet left at a Florida airport gate. Read the full investigation details.
Keyless car theft surge: How to protect your vehicle
High-tech thieves are exploiting keyless entry systems using cheap relay devices. Learn the essential steps to secure your vehicle against this growing crime wave in the UK and US.
UK Vehicle Theft Soars: Top 10 Most Stolen Models Named
New data reveals a vehicle was stolen every five minutes in England and Wales in 2025. Discover the most targeted models and expert tips to protect your car.
States Sue Trump Over $2bn EV Charging Fund Withholding
A coalition of 16 US states and Washington DC is suing the Trump administration for unlawfully withholding over $2 billion in electric vehicle charging infrastructure funding. Read the latest on this major legal clash over climate policy.
Badenoch pledges to scrap 2030 petrol car ban after Brands Hatch visit
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an end to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, promising to save taxpayers billions and protect the UK car industry.
Electric car market growth weakest in nearly two years
UK electric vehicle registrations saw their smallest year-on-year rise since December 2023 in November, as the overall new car market fell by 1.6%. Industry warns new EV tax could threaten green transition.
DVLA alert: Drivers risk fines from identity theft
The DVLA warns drivers to spot sophisticated scams after 20,000 fraud reports. Learn how to protect your licence and avoid unwarranted fines. Stay safe online.
Keyless car theft surge hits UK drivers
Exclusive report on the rise of keyless car theft in the UK. Criminals use relay devices to clone fobs. Discover how to protect your vehicle now.
Police uncover massive stolen car parts operation at Felixstowe
Exclusive look at police crackdown on Britain's £1.77bn stolen car trade. Discover how gangs dismantle vehicles for global export and what authorities are doing to stop them.
Parcel theft crisis hits 1 in 4 UK households
New data shows 25% of Britons experienced parcel theft in 2024. Share your delivery nightmare stories as we investigate this growing epidemic.
First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car
A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.
Shaving cream car theft prevention hack revealed
Drivers across the UK are using an unexpected household item to protect their vehicles from thieves. This simple shaving cream trick could save you from becoming the next car crime statistic.
Tuk-tuk driver avoids jail after £31k wine theft spree
A Westminster tuk-tuk driver who orchestrated an audacious £31,000 theft spree targeting champagne and fine wine from London's most exclusive restaurants has walked free from court in a surprising verdict.
America's Top 10 Most Stolen Cars Revealed
Exclusive investigation uncovers the vehicles thieves target most across the US, with surprising findings about which models are at highest risk and essential prevention tips.
UK Phone Snatching Crisis: New Cartoon Exposes Urban Crime
A startling new cartoon commentary reveals how mobile phone theft has evolved into a sophisticated criminal enterprise plaguing UK streets, with thieves employing increasingly brazen tactics.
Britain's most stolen car models revealed
Exclusive data reveals Britain's most stolen car models as thieves target specific makes. Discover which vehicles are at highest risk and the security measures that could save your car.
Where stolen cars really go: The secret journey revealed
An exclusive investigation reveals the sophisticated criminal networks behind Britain's stolen vehicle epidemic and where your car really disappears to.
Stolen luxury cars found in shipping containers
Exclusive investigation reveals how stolen high-end vehicles are being smuggled abroad in shipping containers from UK ports, with authorities intercepting luxury cars worth over £230,000 destined for foreign markets.
Opera-singing thief stuns Melbourne supermarket shoppers
In an extraordinary scene at a Coles supermarket in Prahran, a theatrical thief performed opera while allegedly stealing high-value electronics, leaving security guards and shoppers utterly bewildered.
Ford, Tesla, RAM Recall Crisis Over Safety Defects
Millions of vehicles across Britain face urgent recalls as automotive giants Ford, Tesla and RAM grapple with dangerous defects putting drivers at risk. From faulty wipers to braking system failures, discover which models are affected.
Belfast family's terrifying carjacking ordeal
A Belfast family endured a nightmare carjacking as criminals smashed their vehicle windows and threatened them in a violent robbery that has shocked the community.
AFL star's prized Commodore stolen in Melbourne theft
Melbourne Demons defender Jake Lever becomes latest victim of city's crime epidemic as thieves steal his cherished HSV Commodore in overnight raid
David Lammy's car stolen with aide inside in Epping Forest
Labour MP David Lammy's official vehicle was stolen while his aide was inside during a terrifying ordeal in Epping Forest, Essex. Police launch manhunt for suspects.
Manhole cover thief caught on camera in Orpington
Shocking CCTV footage captures a brazen thief stealing heavy metal manhole covers from residential streets in Orpington, sparking safety concerns and police investigation.
Page 1 of 4