Royal Mail and Vue Cinema Group have become the first businesses to be nominated and recognised by members of the Scottish Anti-Illicit Trade Group (SAITG) for their outstanding efforts in the battle against the trade of fake goods. Continue reading Humza Yousaf presents counterfeit crackdown awards to Royal Mail and Vue
Tag: Crime
Pickpocket gang remanded in custody
Three people have been arrested and charged in connection with pickpocketing in the city centre. The incident happened during the afternoon of Monday 24 September in and around the Castlehill area. Continue reading Pickpocket gang remanded in custody
Cycle path indecent assault: Police issue E-fit
Police have issued an E-Fit image of a man they wish to trace as part of their ongoing investigation into an indecent assault. Continue reading Cycle path indecent assault: Police issue E-fit
Men convicted for Edinburgh bonfire night disorder
Five men responsible for Bonfire Night disorder in the North East of Edinburgh last year have been convicted. Continue reading Men convicted for Edinburgh bonfire night disorder
Police dash cam appeal following Craigleith robbery
Police are appealing for witnesses and dash-cam footage after officers pursued a stolen car in the city on Sunday afternoon (16th September). Continue reading Police dash cam appeal following Craigleith robbery
Police investigate indecent assault on cycle path
Police are appealing for witnesses following an indecent assault in the Roseburn area of the city. The incident happened sometime between 5.35am and 6am on Monday (10th September) on the cycle path that runs across Roseburn Terrace. Continue reading Police investigate indecent assault on cycle path
Funding boost for Rape Crisis Centres
An additional £1.5 million funding for Rape Crisis Centres will help improve the support available for victims of sexual violence. Continue reading Funding boost for Rape Crisis Centres
Most commonly stolen cars revealed: and what you can do to make sure you don’t buy one
German-manufactured cars are some of highest hit vehicles when it comes to theft, and if you accidently buy one then you could be the one in trouble.
● Cars most likely to be targeted by thieves have been revealed
● Every day, nearly 30 cars are identified as stolen and added to the Police National Computer
● Digital marketing agency, Colewood, secure deal with RAC to launch brand-new vehicle history check
Earlier in the year it was widely reported that UK car thefts were on the rise, which is a cause for concern. This makes buying a used car a risky business. Those who are looking to a grab a bargain with a car made by a German manufacturer may have even more need to be vigilant when looking to buy a second-hand vehicle. With car thefts being a growing issue, there’s several things that car buyers can do to ensure that they’re not purchasing a stolen vehicle.
Back in 2013, a shocking total of 70,053 cars were reported as stolen in England and Wales. Despite this being the lowest number of stolen cars in several years, these figures were set to rise over the next few years. In just three years, the number of vehicles taken without consent rose by a staggering 30%. The UK’s hotspot for stolen cars is London, with the West Midlands, West Yorkshire and Greater Manchester being the most likely targeted areas outside of London.
With that in mind, new research has shown what cars thieves tend to target. Mercedes, BMW, Volkswagen and Audi were all featured on the list. The top 10 most stolen and recovered vehicles are:
1. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
2. BMW X5
3. Range Rover Sport
4. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
5. BMW 3 Series
6. Land Rover Discovery
7. Range Rover Autobiography
8. BMW M3
9. VW Golf
10. Audi RS4
If you purchase a second-hand vehicle and you don’t know it’s stolen, police have every right to seize it if it’s registered as missing on their computer. Before buying off the used car market, it’s recommended that you carry out several checks.
Thankfully, a HPI check can do all the hard work for you. The RAC’s vehicle history check offers you peace of mind and lowers the risk of you making a mistake.
The RAC vehicle history report gives you vital information on the car’s past, as well as essential advice from motoring experts. They offer everything from a basic check for just £9.99 to a multi-vehicle check that allows you to check 5 vehicles from just £24.99.
Colewood’s Managing Director, Travis Coleman, said: “ This service will assist used car buyers over the coming year in making the right decision about the used cars they are considering buying by providing them with, amongst other things, details of outstanding finance, insurance write off data, MOT history, and exclusive to our service; RAC breakdown data.”
Stopping the scammers: united front to tackle fraud
In a step to stop scammers in their tracks and keep the public’s money safe, senior politicians, security specialists and Police Scotland joined Royal Bank CEO Ross McEwan in Edinburgh to present a united front in helping to keep Scotland safe from the growing impact of fraud and cybercrime. Continue reading Stopping the scammers: united front to tackle fraud
Charities: be aware of insider fraud
This alert from the Charity Commission provides information and advice to charity trustees, employees and volunteers to help prevent falling victim to insider fraud. Continue reading Charities: be aware of insider fraud