Free event to raise awareness of vehicle crime

MotorServ UK, in collaboration with West Midlands Police, will host a 'Car Crime Prevention Day ' at its ' Solihull premises tomorrow.

This free family event, organised by the community panel for 'Vehicle Crime Prevention' led by West Midlands Police, is a part of an initiative to help raise public awareness about vehicle crime, communicate ways in which it can be prevented and measures that can be taken to catch thieves and recover stolen goods.

From 10am to 1pm, the public are invited to MotorServ UK 's Sales and Media Centre in Monskpath Business Park, to meet officers in person from the police traffic, police dog and drone units to discuss safety tips and proactive measures that can be implemented.

Vehicle safety product demonstrations will be given by valued partners such as GSF Car Parts, Euro Car Parts, Disklok, Toolstation and Selectamark - with omore than 200 security marking kits readily available for application on the day.

Sgt Mark Heard of West Midlands Police said: “We continue to experience theft of and from vehicles across the Solihull Borough and in addition to our operational response we are constantly looking for ways to help reduce this and other crimes.

“We are delighted that Motorserv UK is working with us and other businesses and community leaders, as a part of newly established proactive Crime Reduction Panel. ”

MotorServ UK 's managing director Kamran Saleem (pictured), said: “Due to a large number of high-value vehicles in the area, Solihull is sadly prone to high car crime rates so as an automotive business, we see it as part of our public service and duty of care to our customers, that we partake in driving greater awareness of the issue.

“As a former Special Constable with the West Midlands Police myself, I have seen first-hand the devastating and costly impact that car crime has on individuals so I 'm passionate about prevention and supporting the Solihull community - of which I 'm a born and bred member!

“With MotorServ UK 's massive public consumer footprint and social media channels exceeding 100,000 loyal followers, we are well-positioned in the area to communicate clear and timely information to both prevent vehicle crime and support those affected. ”

For any queries, please contact: solihull@motorservuk.com