Bluetooth 'being used for thefts'

West Mercia Police believe thieves are using Bluetooth-equipped mobile phones to detect hidden electrical equipment.

Laptops and satellite navigation systems, hidden under car seats or in boots, have been stolen during a spate of car crime in south-west Redditch.

Sergeant Julian Smith called on people to be more aware of the dangers.

"What is most likely is that if somebody leaves a laptop in their vehicle, even if it's hidden away, if it's on stand-by somebody with Bluetooth on their mobile phone is able to detect the presence of that laptop," he said.

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