MOBILE PHONE SAFETY ADVICE AND INFORMATION

Did you know?

50% of all mobile phone owners reported that their mobile phones had become lost or stolen.

1 in 5 car crime victims will have their mobile phone stolen.

Half of all street crime involves mobile phone theft.

Here are a few safety precautions to help prevent you becoming a victim of
Crime

Always keep your mobile phone out of site, hidden in your pocket, or in a closed briefcase or handbag particularly in a public place such as bus or train station.
Avoid using your mobile phone in parks or isolated places.

Never leave your phone unattended and in public view, especially in your vehicle.

Property marking of your mobile phone and sim locking are useful steps you can take in the fight against mobile phone theft.

When using your phone, be aware of your surroundings and the people around you.

Keep it with you at all times and do not leave it unattended.

Do not give your mobile phone to strangers who ask to use it.

Useful information you should keep safe

Write down these details about your mobile phone and keep them in a safe place, separate
from the phone.

Facia details/model details and your phone number.

Pin number (the number you punch in to unlock the phone)

Serial number IMEI number (the serial number IMEI number, which is 15 digits long, can be found on most phones by keying *#06# or by looking behind the battery.)

Always use your phone’s security lock code or pin number.

Information courtesy of Thames Valley Police.*