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Beware airport parking thieves: police warn over spate of car thefts
- Police caution travellers after a spike in incidents linked to unofficial airport meet-and-greet parking providers.
- Several travelers report stolen cars after handing keys to meet-and-greet operators.
- Some providers move cars between compounds and outside airport perimeters after security breaches.
- The UK consumer group Which? highlighted risks with comparison sites listing rogue operators.
- Airports like Heathrow joined a quality-control scheme to vet operators after numerous complaints.
- Travelers are advised to check Park Mark accreditation and read reviews before booking.
- Some customers faced additional issues like PCNs for parking breaches or failed services.
- The investigation notes the lack of contracts between operators and landowners as a vulnerability.
- Sussex police continue to monitor concerns with airport parking operators amid ongoing investigations.
- Experts warn that scams can be amplified by generic operator names and deceptive listings.
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