Police Scotland have issued a statement urging Glasgow residents to be extra vigilant after several vehicles have been stolen.
Since the start of the year 28 vehicles have been stolen in the Greater Glasgow area with 21 of those vehicles being returned.
The announcement comes after an increase of keyless car thefts and more recently Land Rover and Range Rover vehicles being stolen.
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Superintendent Natalie Carr said: "This has an impact both financially and personally and I want to reassure the public that we have a dedicated team of officers investigating these crimes who are working with our colleagues across Scotland and our partner agencies. We are also engaging with the vehicle manufacturers.
“I would urge car owners to be extra vigilant and protect themselves from criminals who use technological advances to steal cars. Keep your car keys or fobs in a safe place ideally away from open view and away from the vehicle's proximity, if possible within a signal blocker pouch.”
“We are treating this increase with the utmost seriousness and want to provide communities with all the information they require to help stop their vehicles being targeted.”
People are being urged to use a garage or driveway if possible. If that is not possible parking in a well-lit area is preferably covered by CCTV.
The police highlight that a tracking device won’t necessarily prevent your vehicle from being stolen but it can help in the recovery it.
Natalia Carr continued: “Officers will be increasing patrols across the city to deter this crime, but I would ask the public to report any suspicious activity to Police Scotland on 101, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”
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