Vehicles seized by police for various offenses in Sandwell

Wednesbury Town Officers recovered a stolen vehicle and, acting on intelligence, also carried out a search at an address in Wednesbury town center and found a significant quantity of Class A drugs.

Oldbury police officers seized a tax-free vehicle and seized a vehicle suspected of being involved in the theft of power tools.

A West Midlands Police spokesperson said: “Relay thefts are on the rise in Sandwell. Thieves can intercept your car key signal from outside your home and steal your vehicle, even if your doors are locked.

“Take steps to protect your car, such as using a signal blocking pouch, reprogramming used car keys, disabling signals from wireless remotes, adding physical locks/immobilizers, and asking your dealer about security upgrades .

“Do you see anyone acting suspiciously around vehicles? Trying door handles or lingering near driveways? Call 999 immediately.

“Your vigilance can help us fight relay theft.”