A FRESH drive to cut car crime in Richmondshire has been hailed a success after 54 vehicles were etched with security markings at an event in Catterick Garrison.

The Darlington branch of Auto Windscreens, the RAC and the Richmondshire Community Safety Partnership linked up to offer the service free of charge outside Tesco on Saturday.

Police officers and police community support officers were on hand to offer crime prevention advice and distribute leaflets.

Community safety co-ordinator, Lynda Macdougall, said: "The event was a huge success and the partnership intends to provide further opportunities for marking in the future."