Extra police patrols ordered around Hillsborough
In two of the most recent incidents - on Tuesday, September 12, when Sheffield Wednesday were playing at home - a car was broken into in Herries Road and another was stolen from Avisford Road.
Inspector Colette Fitzgibbons, of South Yorkshire Police, said: “Locally we have seen a rise in vehicles being broken into and stolen. Extra patrols have now been put in place in the area and enquiries into the incidents are currently ongoing.
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Hide Ad“I would encourage all drivers to ensure nothing is left on display and valuables are not left unattended as this could potentially cause you to become a target for opportunistic thieves.
“If you have any concerns, or have any information about the incidents, please report it."
Call South Yorkshire Police on 101.