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Police 'Steal' From Unlocked Cars

Posted by samzenpus on from the necessary-to-destroy-the-town-in-order-to-save-it dept.

Robadob writes "Police in south-west London have started to remove items from unlocked cars to protect motorists from thieves. From the article, 'Supt Jim Davis said no law was being breached but admitted: "Technically we are entering the vehicle." But a leading lawyer said police could face civil proceedings for trespass if any items taken by them were damaged.'"

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  1. I'm seeing a trend... by SOdhner · · Score: 3, Interesting

    So, first we have a story about reverse-pickpockets, and now reverse-policing.

    Oh no... watch out for the fire department!

    1. Re:I'm seeing a trend... by rm999 · · Score: 2, Interesting

      I think I'd be more concerned of the paramedics.

  2. Re:Why not lock the car? by v1 · · Score: 2, Interesting

    Because replacing a smashed window is expensive.

    Not sure if you were trying to be humorous or insightful, but you're actually being informative.

    I know at least three people that live in high crime areas, that leave their vehicle unlocked and the radio removed. They're tired of paying for new windows.

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