Drivers urged not to leave these items in cars in December as epidemic 'surges'

Motorists are being warned to steer clear of a parking blunder (Image: Twenty47studio via Getty Images)

Motorists are being warned to steer clear of a parking blunder throughout December that has the potential to wreck their festive celebrations. Year after year, drivers fall into the trap of abandoning Christmas gifts in their vehicles overnight whilst opportunistic criminals capitalise on the situation and pounce.

The public is being cautioned to guarantee nothing remains in motors over the coming weeks as burglars will be keeping watch. Vehicle break-ins surge dramatically in the lead-up to Christmas.

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