Hello Resident,

We have received several reports in recent weeks relating to incidents of theft from motor vehicles predominantly across Maidenhead Central, Furze Platt & Boyn Valley areas but also across other areas of Maidenhead.

We would like to speak to anyone who has information, CCTV or dash cam footage within these areas to please come forward if you have not reported already. 

If you have any information around these incidents, including who is responsible please contact the Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101 quoting information is in relation to a recent TV Alert covering Maidenhead area.

“If you do not want to talk to the police, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on 0800 555 111.” 

Officers arrested a 34 year old male in the early hours of 7th January 2025, he has been charged with theft from motor vehicle and vehicle interference and is due to appear in court today (8th January)

Please use this message as a reminder to never leave anything in your vehicle when unattended ! - Offenders are usually opportunistic and will often try vehicle door handles along a whole road looking for insecure vehicles. They are on the lookout for items such as cash/ loose change, wallets, purses, tools, clothing, electrical goods such as phones and laptops etc.  

If the offenders see an item they want through a locked vehicle, they will use a range of methods to gain entry including smashing the window or punching the lock through ! 

Leaving your vehicle unlocked could also invalidate your insurance so please make sure you lock up and check you haven't left anything inside before walking away.

If you witness anyone interfering or breaking into vehicles please call police at the time via 999 with as many details as possible.

If you notice a crime has occurred to your vehicle after the offence please report to TVP online or via 101.

stay safe and remain vigilant