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# Warning to drivers after spate of van thefts across Lichfield and Burntwood
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/warning-to-drivers-after-spate-of-van-thefts-across-lichfield-and-burntwood/
- Published: 2022-11-23T07:40:00.000Z
- Updated: 2022-11-22T12:41:25.000Z
- Description: Van drivers are being urged to remain vigilant after a spate of thefts.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Burntwood, Crime, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 19:07, News

Van drivers are being urged to remain vigilant after a spate of thefts.

Ten vehicles have been taken from Lichfield, Burntwood, Tamworth and Burton-on-Trent since Friday (18th November).

All of the incidents have seen the vans taken without the keys.

Among the thefts was one where a Citroen Dispatch was taken from Rugeley Road at 11.15pm on Sunday (20th November). The vehicle was eventually recovered on Redwood Drive.

Chief Inspector Rob Neeson said:

> “Where possible, lock your van in a secure garage or use a steering lock to deter any opportunists from targeting your vehicle.  
>  
> “If possible, make sure your van is parked in direct view of CCTV cameras.  
>  
> “You should attempt to remove tools from vans overnight. An alternative can be to mark them clearly with their name using paint pens and sealing that with a clear lacquer spray.  
>  
> “I would also suggest using a lockable cabinet and small cameras can also be installed inside vans.  
>  
> “All vehicle owners should be vigilant to any suspicious activity in and around their communities and report any concerns to police.”  
>  
> Chief Inspector Rob Neeson, Staffordshire Police