A car was stolen from a home in Evesham after burglars broke in and took car keys.

The burglary was one of two to take place in the town in the early hours of Saturday morning (May 13) and saw a VW Polo taken.

Police say both burglaries took place between 1am and 3.30am on Saturday.

They are asking for people who witnessed anyone acting suspicious around either Chestnut Close or Chapel Lane to contact West Mercia Police quoting reference number 0065_I_13052023.

PC Martin Kennedy said there has been a “slight increase” in the number of car key burglaries across the Wychavon district in recent weeks.

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“We want to reassure the community we are doing all that we can to trace those responsible and bring them to justice,” he added.

“Perpetrators of this crime often ‘work to order’ and will target specific vehicles, based on demand and value.

“If a criminal is targeting a certain vehicle they will also be targeting the owner, looking for easy ways to exploit their security and get to their keys.

“The most common methods used by thieves are to follow victims home or 'cruise' around residential areas looking for opportunities.

“If you think you are being followed or see any suspicious vehicles, take the registration number and report it to the police.”

The police have more tips for reducing your risk of becoming a victim of car key burglars.

• always keep your keys somewhere safe and out of sight

• always lock your car away safely in the garage, if you have one

• fit a high quality alarm to your vehicle

• use additional security systems such immobilisers and visible security locks

• always take your keys with you when leaving the vehicle unattended

• always keep your keys safe and concealed in public places

• make sure doors, windows, the boot and sunroof are secure whenever you leave your vehicle

• if you own more than one vehicle, park the lesser valued vehicle behind the more expensive one on the driveway, making it more difficult to remove

• make sure all windows and doors are securely locked

• install a high quality burglar alarm

• install an exterior security lighting system