POLICE are reminding motorists in Fareham to be vigilant following a spate of thefts from vehicles in Swanwick, Portchester, and around Hunts Pond Road in Park Gate in the last four days.

Fareham’s Neighbourhood Policing Team have been regularly patrolling affected areas and offering crime prevention advice to drivers.

A police spokesperson said: “We are especially keen to remind people to double check that their vehicle is locked and not to display valuables in unattended cars during the busy Christmas shopping period.”

Anybody that sees anything suspicious should contact Hampshire Police on 101.