IMMOBILISE PHONE CRIME

During the first 6 months of this year there have been over 4000 reported thefts of mobile phones in Sussex. This represents 5% of the total crime recorded by the Force. Sussex Police in partnership with the National Mobile Phone Register is seeking your help to make your phone safer and reduce mobile phone crime.

HELP US REDUCE MOBILE PHONE CRIME

REGISTER

Register your phone for free at www.immobilise.com

It only takes a couple of minutes and it’s completely free. To register all you need is your mobile phone. When you register, you will need to enter your contact details and your phone’s 15 digit IMEI number (this is your phones unique serial number). The IMEI number normally appears underneath the battery in your phone, but on most phones it can also be viewed on screen by pressing *#06#. Once you have registered your phone, you will have a better chance of getting it back if it is lost or stolen.

REPORT

If your phone is lost or stolen, report it to your network operator as soon as possible. To find the right number for your network, call the Immobilise information line on 08701 123 123. Reporting your phone as lost or stolen will enable both your SIM card and your handset to be blocked, just like a stolen credit card.

REUNITE

If your phone is recovered you will be contacted and told your phone is safe. Remember the best chance you have of getting your phone back is to register your details. The more people that register, the more people will get their phones back and the better chance the police have of catching the offender.