Vandalism in Valley Street

Vandalism in Valley Street

A car was found vandalised with spray paint, causing much distress to the victims and other car owners in the Valley Street.

According to a witness, Mr Soh, saw the vandalised car and took picture of it. It is not the first time that he noticed a car is being vandalised. It has been his 5th time seeing a car being vandalised. He was shock to see how this cars are being vandalised and he is scared that soon it will be his car.

Mr Soh also noticed there is an increased number of vandalism not only on cars but also on public property. He noticed alot of vulgar words being vandalised on the public property. He also notices that the residents are being a victim of pickpockets. This made his concern more intense for Valley Street safety.

Since there are a lot of reported vandalism and pickpockets in the street, the neighbourhood police department came up with some advice and preventive measures. He strongly urged the public if they notice any suspicious person to reported to the police immediately and not take things into their own hands. Here is some additional tips for car owners:

1. Never leave valuables in the car
2. Park your car in a well lit area. 
3. Park your car in an attended lots.
4. Do not use any flash jewelry to caught the attentions of pickpockets.
5. Install proper car alarm systems to deter possible suspects.
6. Report any suspicious characters seen loitering in the car park. 

Residents are advise to report any emergencies to the police hotline 999. Refer to the National Crime Prevention Council for more information of crime prevention.