A pair of suspects have been named following a series of thefts from vehicles in Newton-le-Willows.
Merseyside Police confirmed that two were arrested after a warrant was executed by officers on Saturday December 3. The arrests came following reports of car break-ins, targeting wallets, purses and bank cards which would then be used at various locations.
James Towey, 37, of Stephenson Road, Newton-le-Willows, has been charged with theft from a motor vehicle and handling stolen goods. He appeared at Wirral Magistrates’ Court on Monday, December 5, and was remanded into custody to appear at Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates' Court in January 2023.
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Laura Wood, 31, of Stephenson Road, Newton-le-Willows, was charged with two counts of fraud and handling stolen goods. She appeared in court on Monday, December 5, and was remanded into custody to appear at Liverpool, Knowsley and St Helens Magistrates’ Court in January 2023.
Community Policing Inspector Stacey Pope said: “Although we have made these arrests, we will continue to investigate vehicle crime and will act on any information residents have either where people have been seen acting suspiciously, or where dashcam, CCTV and doorbell footage has captured suspects.
“We are also investigating vans being targeted for tools including drills, and keyless thefts of cars and motorbikes. Come forward directly or anonymously and as we investigate, here are some practical tips so you don’t become an easy target for thieves.
“Remove any valuables overnight, from personal or work vehicles, and if you have a keyless vehicle, we have advice too, including having a screened or signal blocking pouch for keys.”
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