A MAN has been charged with stealing from a vehicle parked in the New Forest.
Dillon Cooper, 20, has been accused of breaking into a parked car in Whitemoor Car Park, Emery Down, after tools and camping equipment were stolen.
Cooper, of Burnt House Lane in Bransgore, has been charged with theft from a motor vehicle following the alleged incident on the afternoon of June 25, 2023.
He has been bailed with conditions to appear at Southampton Magistrates’ Court on February 13.
A spokesperson for Hampshire Police said: "We encourage people to read the following tips to help keep your car secure when parking in rural beauty spots.
"Never leave valuable possessions such as handbags, laptops, phones or sat navs on show inside your car. Even items of little value, such as shopping bags and clothing, may tempt a thief.
"Don’t hide your valuables in the boot. Someone may be watching.
"Always lock your car, wind up the windows and close the sunroof, even if you’re only leaving it for a few minutes.
"Double check it’s locked. It only takes a few seconds for your valuables to be stolen from an unlocked car."
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