Police have urged Delivery Drivers and Couriers working in the capital to be vigilant

There have been a few incidents recently whereby unattended vehicles have been stolen.

Photo Police Scotland

Here are a few tips to help prevent this from happening to you:

Don’t leave engines running or vehicles unlocked

Remove keys & lock the doors whenever the vehicle is left unattended

Secure your vehicle every time, no matter how short your stop will be

Park in a well-lit area, close to your delivery destination

Drive with the doors locked

Use alarms & anti-theft systems

Be aware of your surroundings

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John graduated from Telford College in 2010 with an HNC in Practical Journalism and since then he worked for the North Edinburgh News, The Southern Reporter, the Irish News Review and The Edinburgh Reporter. In addition he has been published in the Edinburgh Evening News and the Hibernian FC Programme.