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Come and get your vehicle security checked as part of an ongoing campaign to drive out vehicle crime in the Borough of Merton. When: Saturday 5th June 2010 between 0900 - 1300 hours. Where: Tesco’s Car Park, Beverley Way, New Malden The Raynes Park and West Barnes Safer Neighbourhoods teams will be carrying out security checks of the cars and will suggest measures to keep vehicles safe. The event will also include: Autoglass - Window etching and offering free windscreen health checks. Professional advice will be available on all aspects of potential vehicle crime and criminality including number plate security. PC Greg HUNT Crime Prevention Advisor for Merton Police said; “By following simple steps such as locking your car and removing valuable items from your vehicle, you will significantly reduce the chance of becoming a victim of vehicle crime. Thieves will target cars which are insecure or where they can see items such as mobile phones or satellite navigation systems through the window. The aim of our campaign is to educate motorists on how to reduce the risk.” For any further information please contact your local Safer Neighbourhoods Team on the details listed below. Graham Chapman PS 54VW West Barnes Safer Neighbourhood Team 0208 721 2454 email: westbarnes.snt@met.police.uk