The so called Vauxhall cannibals have been out in Huddersfield gorging on vehicle parts again.
Police have warned they have received further reports of a the unusual vehicle part thefts in rural areas of south Kirklees.
There have been a spate of thefts of bonnets, bumpers, headlights and side panels from Vauxhall vehicles and other components are going missing in the night.
And last month thieves ripped the front off a fast response paramedic car in Honley, putting it out of action potentially for weeks.
West Yorkshire Police Rural officers warned motorists on their Facebook page: “Some of you may have heard on the news about thefts of the front ends of Astras and Corsas in other parts of the country. Unfortunately, we have now seen a few of these happening in the Kirklees South area.”
And police are advising motorists to where possible park their vehicles on driveways, in a garage or in well-lit areas.
To report a theft call 101 or report online at www.westyorkshire.police.uk/reportcrime
