Owners of an iconic model of Land Rover have been urged to be extra vigilant after a spate of thefts on Anglesey which police believe to be linked.
According to North Wales Police, three almost identical Land Rover Defenders have been stolen while parked-up on the island during the past three weeks.
Two of them were stolen in broad daylight with the other overnight.
The thefts took place in Beaumaris, Four Crosses and the most recent, last Saturday, in theSouth Stack area of Holyhead.
The Defender model has strong links to Anglesey , with the vehicle based on the original design created by Maurice Wilks at Red Wharf Bay in 1947.
But the last ever Land Rover Defender rolled off the production line in January.
Sgt Emma Williams, North Wales Police Community Safety lead for Gwynedd and Anglesey said “ At each of the scenes there is no evidence of smashed glass and as the vehicles had been secured by their owners, one possibility we are examining is offenders had a duplicate key or other similar device.
“It may therefore be prudent to think about steering locks or other security measures.
“All three, which are dark blue and 1990’s models, are still outstanding and it is likely the registration numbers have been altered but the vehicles may still be local so we are keen to hear from anyone who has recently seen Land Rover Defenders particularly in suspicious circumstances.”
Last March the Daily Post reported how a Land Rover Defender had been stolen from the Rhosneigr area last March, prompting police to issue an appeal for information.
Sergeant Williams concluded: “It is really important vehicle owners take steps to deter opportunists and avoid becoming a victim of crime.
Please take a little extra time to check your vehicle when you leave it and if possible, remove all items of value and lock the vehicle ensuring any alarm or immobiliser is activated.
“Our investigations will continue however it must be stressed that we need assistance from our local communities to reduce incidents of this nature and identify those responsible in the first instance. “Remain vigilant at all times, always ensure your property is locked and secured and if you see any suspicious behaviour contact police immediately”
Anyone with any information that could assist Police are asked to call 101.
see-http://www.dailypost.co.uk/news/north-wales-news/anglesey-land-rover-defender-thefts-11824137
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