Vehicles stolen from cruise ship parking site

Southampton Cruise Parking Services Ltd operates the site on First Avenue

A police investigation is under way after 17 vehicles were stolen from a car park used by cruise ship passengers.

Southampton Cruise Parking Services Ltd operates the site on First Avenue in the city, providing a park and ride service to travellers heading off on cruises from Southampton Port.

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary said the vehicles were taken between 9 and 10 September. It has since recovered six of them.

The force said it was "working closely" with the car park operator and local partners "to ensure all evidence is secured".

Det Con Edward Smith said: "We don't underestimate the significant impact this incident has had on the victims, who have returned from their holidays to discover their car stolen.

"We continue to keep those victims updated with the progress with our investigation, which our team is working incredibly hard on to ensure those responsible are arrested.

"We continue to progress several lines of enquiry including a full review of CCTV from the scene and surrounding areas.

"I am pleased to say that this work has already led to the recovery of six of the vehicles and those owners have been updated with the good news."