5 days agoWorld LeaksComments Off on Brazen thieves stole cars worth £2m including one with TODDLER still inside using keyless device disguised as Game Boy
BRAZEN thieves stole cars worth £2million using a keyless device disguised as a Game Boy – including one with a toddler still inside.
A gang nicked 170 top-end motors in a four-year spree across north and east London.
Met PoliceOne of the thieves using a keyless device to spring open a car[/caption]
Met PoliceThey made off with 170 motors[/caption]
The keyless device in actionMet PoliceMarcin Gorecki was the gang’s inside manMet Police
One Volvo was stolen with the owner’s three year old child strapped into the car seat, Snaresbrook crown court heard.
The gang cloned the vehicles and forged documents which duped dealers as well as private buyers.
Victims who bought the stolen cars will not recover a penny of their money.
In May 2021 gang leaders Alfie Brown, 31, and Andre Clarke, 33, tried to steal the Volvo in Chigwell with the three-year-old still inside.
When they realised the toddler was in the car screeched to a halt, leaving the child with minor injuries as the crooks ran off.
David Burvill, 36, and Mark Preece, 30, laundered £78,000 from the sale of the stolen cars.
The gang also had an inside man – Marcin Gorecki, 40, who worked at British Car Auctions.
He helped move the stolen cars and sold a Jaguar which had been exchanged for a stolen vehicle with cloned plates to a car dealership in Essex in 2019.
The gang was sentenced to a total of 13 years and five months in prison.
Detective Constable Dave Van Der Valk said: “There were two layers of victims in this case.
“Those who had their cars stolen and those who bought the stolen cars.
“Those who bought the stolen cars without realising were truly the most affected.
“There were 170 victims affected by the heartless behaviour of the group.”
DC Van Der Valk added: “They did not receive any compensation from insurance companies.
“We’ll leave no stone unturned in our pursuit to catch criminals who look to enjoy the proceeds of illicit funds – no matter how complex the case.”
The investigation into the gang began in January 2022 when officers discovered that a series of car thefts in north London were linked.
CROOKS CAGED
Brown, from Edmonton, was sentenced to five-and-a-half years for conspiracy to steal a motor vehicle and conspiracy to possess/ acquire criminal property between October 2018 and December 2022.
Clarke, from Waltham Cross, was sentenced to four years and three months for conspiracy to steal a motor vehicle and conspiracy to possess or acquire criminal property between October 2018 – December 2022.
Gorecki, from Waltham Cross, was given a two year suspended sentence for conspiracy to possess or acquire criminal property between October 2018 – December 2022.
Preece, from Romford, was given a nine month sentence suspended for 12 months, for conspiracy to possess or acquire criminal property between October 2018 – December 2022.
David Burvill, from Leigh-on-Sea in Essex, was given an 11 month sentence suspended for 15 months, for conspiracy to possess or acquire criminal property between October 2018 – December 2022.
Simple checks to avoid getting duped
DC VAN Der Valk said buyers can take simple steps to reduce the risk of buying a stolen car.
Meet the seller at public locations like car dealerships. If you have any concerns about the vehicle, staff at these locations can assist or provide advice.
Check the electronic VIN stored on the infotainment unit or by using OBD diagnostic kits. These cannot be changed without replacing the unit. Staff car dealerships would be able to assist with this.
Ask the sellers to provide photo ID and record it. Legitimate sellers should be happy to provide this.
Never pay in cash – there are no legitimate reasons sellers should insist on it.
If the vehicle was advertised through a selling website then payment should be made through the site as they provide customer protection.
Always check the V5 document, VIN numbers and conduct HPI checks.
Mark Preece, 30, laundered £78,000 from the sale of the stolen carsMet PoliceDavid Burvill, 36, was Preece’s sidekickMet PoliceAndre Clarke, 33, tried to steal the Volvo in Chigwell with the three-year-old still insideMet PoliceAlfie Brown, 31, was one of the gang’s leadersMet Police
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ISRAEL is destroying Iran’s “ring of fire” by launching its long-awaited ground invasion against Hezbollah fanatics in Lebanon, a former Israeli Major said.
Ahron Bregman, who served in the Israeli military for six years, told The Sun that “all eyes” are on Iran after the IDF launched Operation ‘Northern Arrows’ against the Tehran puppets.
ReutersIsrael’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu previously vowed to double down on Hezbollah with ‘full force’[/caption]
EPAIranians place flowers next to a pictures of late Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah during an anti-Israel protest in Tehran on Monday[/caption]
Iranian supreme leader, Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei pictured in Tehran earlier in SeptemberAPAFPSmoke rises from the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted a neighbourhood in Beirut’s southern suburb early on Tuesday[/caption]
Dr Bregman, now a senior teaching fellow at King’s College London, said the Israelis are destroying Hezbollah and Tehran’s “ring of fire”.
Dr Bregman told The Sun: “All eyes are on Iran. They face a massive strategic decision about what to do next.
“The Israelis are shredding Iran’s most important proxy.
“Iran tried to build a circle of fire around Israel and the circle of fire is falling apart.
“Iran’s big strategy, the big ideas and big plan is destroyed.”
Dr Bregman, who fought in the 1982 Lebanon war, added: “Iran will be looking now to see whether Hezbollah does hit back in the Israeli invasion.
“If Hezbollah do, that’s good news for Iran. But the decision is bigger than that for Iran.
“Do they rebuild Hezbollah or do they abandon it? Or do they attack Israel directly because Israel is destroying Iran’s most important ally and proxy in the Middle East.”
APIsraeli army tanks manoeuvre in a staging area near the Israel-Lebanon border on Tuesday[/caption]
AFPIsrael bombed Beirut before beginning its invasion of Lebanon in the south[/caption]
EPAIsraeli artillery shells hit areas near villages in southern Lebanon along the Israel border[/caption]
Dr Bregman said he believes Iran will hesitate before directly striking Israel now that Hezbollah are on the run.
He said: “If Iran does strike, Tehran know that the Israelis could attack their oil refineries and nuclear facilities.
“Iran knows this, so it’s a massive strategic decision on what to do next.”
Defending Israel’s position, National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir called for continued operations to “crush the terrorist organization” to allow residents who have fled Northern Israel to return home safely.
He said: “The decisions we made in the last few days are important, correct and necessary.
“At the same time, this is the time not to stop, [we must] continue doing everything, with all our might.
“I pray for the success of the IDF soldiers who are currently fighting in difficult conditions in southern Lebanon; the people of Israel stand behind them.”
Commanders have ordered in a force around twice the size of the last Israeli invasion which withdrew after around a month in 2006.
The IDF said it would not allow another “October 7-style invasion” to happen accusing the terror group of planning to use villages near the border for an attack on Israeli homes.
IDF spokesperson Daniel Hagari said “Hezbollah turned Lebanese villages next to Israeli villages into military bases already for an attack on Israel.
“Hezbollah had planned “to invade Israel, attack Israeli communities and massacre innocent men, women and children. They called this plan, ‘Conquer the Galilee.’
“We will not let the 7th of October happen again on any one of our borders.”
APSmoke rises from Israeli airstrikes in Beirut’s southern suburbs, Lebanon on Saturday[/caption]
AN analysis by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that Hezbollah, under the leadership of Hassan Nasrallah, has evolved into a well-armed terrorist organisation, presenting a significant threat to Israeli security.
With strong backing from Iran, Hezbollah’s military capabilities and strategic positioning in Lebanon continue to shape the region’s security dynamics.
Military Strength and Sophisticated Armaments: The IDF assesses that Hezbollah maintains a robust military force with 20,000-25,000 full-time fighters, supported by tens of thousands of reserves.
The organisation’s elite Radwan Unit, trained and equipped by Iran’s Quds Force, is noted for its expertise in conducting operations against Israel, including potential incursions into Israeli territory.
Hezbollah’s vast arsenal consists of over 150,000 rockets and missiles, making it one of the most heavily armed non-state actors globally.
Its weaponry, including Iranian-made Fajr-5 and Zelzal-2 rockets, has the capability to strike deep into Israeli territory, posing a direct and immediate threat.
Advanced Warfare Capabilities: The IDF highlights Hezbollah’s advancements in modern warfare, facilitated by Iranian support.
This includes access to advanced anti-ship missiles, anti-tank weapons, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
Hezbollah’s ability to target Israeli naval assets was demonstrated during the 2006 conflict, where it effectively used anti-ship missiles.
The organisation’s UAV capabilities, with ranges up to 400 km, are seen as a growing threat to Israeli airspace and ground operations.
Hassan Nasrallah’s Leadership and Strategy: The IDF acknowledges that Nasrallah has been central to Hezbollah’s development from a militia into a hybrid political-military organization.
Since taking leadership in 1992, Nasrallah has focused on expanding Hezbollah’s rocket arsenal and enhancing its military capabilities.
His extremist ideology, particularly his anti-Semitic rhetoric, reinforces Hezbollah’s hostility towards Israel, while his leadership from hiding underlines the constant threat he poses despite his physical absence from public life.
Major Hezbollah Attacks: Hezbollah has been involved in numerous high-profile terrorist attacks, many of which have targeted Israel and Western interests.
The IDF emphasises that, until 9/11, Hezbollah was responsible for more American deaths than any other terrorist organisation.
It is widely recognised as a global terrorist entity by many nations, including the U.S., the UK, Canada, and Israel.
Hezbollah’s Role in Lebanon’s Crisis: Lebanon’s ongoing economic collapse and political instability have created an environment in which Hezbollah wields disproportionate power.
The IDF warns that Hezbollah’s control and influence over Lebanon’s institutions and its military activities continue to threaten regional stability.
Israel-Hezbollah Conflict: The IDF provides a detailed account of Hezbollah’s ongoing military engagement with Israel, most notably during the 2006 Second Lebanon War.
The conflict, sparked by a Hezbollah attack on Israeli soldiers, resulted in the deaths of hundreds of Hezbollah fighters and significant destruction in Lebanon.
Despite this, Hezbollah has since rebuilt its forces and amassed a larger, more sophisticated arsenal, positioning itself as perhaps the most formidable terrorist organisation in the world.
Conclusion: The IDF concludes that Hezbollah, under Nasrallah’s leadership and backed by Iran, represents a major threat to regional security.
Its advanced military capabilities, particularly its extensive rocket and missile arsenal, coupled with its ideological commitment to attacking Israel, make it a key destabilising force in the Middle East.
As Lebanon faces severe internal challenges, Hezbollah’s role will likely continue to influence the region’s security landscape.
