SafePL8 is a Victoria Police initiative that helps people secure vehicle number plates with anti-theft screws to make them harder to steal or be used illegally.
Why offenders steal number plates
Offenders use stolen plates to avoid identification when committing serious offences such as petrol thefts, drug trafficking and burglary.
SafePL8 events
Victoria Police, SES and Neighbourhood Watch representatives regularly attend SafePL8 events to fit anti-theft screws to your number plate, often for free.
To find the next SafePL8 event dates:
- Visit Safe Plate Events – Neighbourhood Watch Victoria | Let's watch out for each other (nhw.com.au)
- Follow your local police Eyewatch Facebook page
Anti-theft screws
Anti-theft screws are also available from:
- hardware stores
- automotive parts stores, and
- petrol stations.
Crime prevention and reporting
Visit our Number plate theft page for information on:
- how to keep your number plates safe
- what to do if your number plate is stolen or used illegally, and
- how to report number plate theft
Support
If you have time, consider doing some of the following.
- Spread the message: tell your friends, family, neighbours and colleagues about how serious number plate theft is and how easy it is to help.
- Follow your local area’s Eyewatch Facebook page and share our updates.
- Volunteer with a community group - local community groups in your area may already be assisting police to spread the SafePL8 message.
- Join your local Neighbourhood Watch.
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