This in from police, in their own words, Ed
An appeal for witnesses is being made by police investigating thefts from cars parked in Newport on the Isle of Wight.
At least eight crimes were reported in the Hookes Way, Hunnyhill and Carisbrooke Road areas between 4pm on Friday, August 9 and 7am on Saturday, August 10, 2013.
Two tax discs, one Sony CD Player, and one Sat Nav were among the items reported stolen from cars.
Damage to cars
Some of the vehicles received roof, door and mechanical damage, which means they are now no longer roadworthy.
While enquiries continue to confirm the full extent of the damage and thefts, police are advising motorists in these neighbourhoods to ensure they check their vehicles thoroughly for damage before deciding whether they are safe to drive them on the road.
Get in touch
Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact PC 3820 Jason Taylor of the Priority Crime Unit at Newport Police Station by phoning 101. Alternatively, call the independent Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111 if you wish to remain anonymous. The Mini-com number, which is used by deaf and hard of hearing callers, has changed to Minicom TextRelay 18001 101.
Police are reminding motorists to ensure the doors and windows on their vehicles are locked when parked. Crime prevention advice for your vehicle can be found on our website: http://www.hampshire.police.uk/internet/advice-and-information/crime-prevention/safer-vehicles-cars
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