People on bikes stealing mobile phones from victims in Bede Park, Leicester
Police are warning people to be vigilant after an increase in mobile phone thefts in Bede Park, Leicester.
The majority of thefts have involved a person on a bicycle riding by the victim and snatching the phone.
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Anyone with any information about the thefts is urged to contact police on 101
Officers said that in the past 28 days, 10 mobile phones and tablets have been stolen in the area, which is near De Montfort University and Western Boulevard.
Sgt Will Cheshire said “Although only a few offences, it is a concern so I would like to raise awareness, ask people not to carry their phones around on show, be aware of who is around them and consider registering your expensive items such as phones, laptops, ipads, etc on the free property register at www.immobilise.co.uk.
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"When registering phones you will need your IMEI number. You can obtain this by typing in *#06#. Installing a ‘find my phone’ application is also advisable, as if you are a victim of crime and your phone is taken, it can help the Police track it”.
Anyone with any information about the thefts is urged to contact police on 101.
3 Comments
by LikeItaLot
Friday, March 01 2013, 6:32PM
“Agree with phreakdown's comment on cyclists being singled out. The article says majority of thefts, so some by those without a bike.”
by ghostof66pah
Friday, March 01 2013, 5:49PM
“Can't stand seeing folk (all sorts!) riding cycles without lights on when it's dark or poor lighting.
Police should approach and take bike from anyone without lights and give them a ticket that on production at an agreed station and payment (say £35) can collect bike WITH LIGHTS!”
by phreakdown
Friday, March 01 2013, 2:24PM
“in other news, people on foot stealing bicycles! Top marks to the mercury for not starting the headline with the word 'cyclist, tho!”