I became a victim of car crime and my whole street lives in fear
A resident tells how car crime in Rossington Avenue has gone from one break-in to nightly attempts leaving the whole street on edge.
Residents of Rossington Avenue (FY2 0DP) say they are living in fear as car crime in the area spirals out of control with attempted break-ins reported almost every night.
One homeowner, who asked not to be named described how their ordeal began in October 2023.
Thieves broke into their car overnight, stealing a wallet and using the bank cards fraudulently at a nearby petrol station.
CCTV installed by the family has captured more than 20 attempted break-ins in just six months with footage showing strangers creeping along driveways and trying car doors in the early hours.
In one incident, a purse was stolen after the car was left unlocked for a short time while the family carried their baby inside. Police attended and even took fingerprints, but no outcome followed.
Lancashire Police have been approached for comment which we are waiting to hear back upon the investigation.
He said: “When I called 101 after the latest incident, I was told there might be a patrol in the area, but the nightly prowling continues.”
Attempts to escalate concerns have brought little reassurance. The resident contacted their MP Lorraine, who confirmed she had raised the matter with police.
He said: “It feels like there is an underworld of car thieves operating freely while families sleep.”
With cars being targeted repeatedly and CCTV showing persistent attempts.
He said: “This isn’t just about one car or one family, it’s about a wider problem that affects our whole community. We need visible action before things get even worse.”