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Welcome to the TruckPol quarterly report for the period April – June 2010. This report is not protectively marked and may be distributed freely without further reference to the originators. Truckpol is the national freight crime intelligence unit.

Truckpol Annual Report 2009

Truckpol Annual Report 2008

To help combat the problem of the road haulage Industry being at risk of being exploited by illegal immigrants attempting to enter the UK clandestinely, SOCA and the UK Border Agency (UKBA) have produced a Lorry Crime Prevention booklet that highlights the various threats. It also contains advice to help drivers stay safe and protect their vehicles and, by following the simple steps, drivers can minimise the risk of becoming victims of crime.

The Home Office has given a £100,000 boost to its funding for AVCIS - the police agency responsible for fighting organised vehicle crime in the UK, including the growing menace of truck stop robberies.

Truckwatch is an anti-crime initiative, of the Road Haulage Association and Freight Transport Association in partnership with the police supported by sponsoring companies.

The Association's Security Committee undertakes a wide range of liaison work and maintains a library of contacts to assist members to reach the appropriate body for their requirements.

TruckPol glossary of terms

The RHA suggests that hauliers take the following preventative measures to help reduce HGV crime.

Home Office research has shown that tens of thousands of trucks, trailers and light goods vehicles are stolen each year.

Risk Assessment and Security Strategy Bulletin

Steer clear of truck theft leaflet

LORRY drivers were today urged to be extra vigilant after a spate of attacks on freight vehicles across the West Midlands.

Detectives in Preston are appealing for information following the hijacking of a lorry driver in the north of the city.