Police have warned motorists about a rise in keyless vehicle thefts after three vehicles were stolen across two nights, including two identical Ford Fiesta STs.
Officers recovered a Ford Fiesta ST on Powell Road, Bolton Woods, after it was stolen from the Eccleshill area overnight between October 7 and October 8.
A second Ford Fiesta ST, of the same make, model and colour, was also stolen from the West Royd area the same evening.
The vehicle has not yet been recovered and officers continue to appeal for information.
Police also recovered a Toyota pickup truck after it was stolen from the Haworth area overnight between October 6 and October 7.
The recovered Toyota truck. (Image: West Yorkshire Police)
The vehicle was found on St Laurence's Close in Bolton Woods on October 8.
Police statements
The incidents have raised concerns that thieves are targeting particular types of vehicles, with all three thefts believed to have involved keyless entry systems.
Keyless theft involves criminals using electronic devices to trick a vehicle into believing its key is nearby.
The vehicle can then be unlocked and started without the thieves physically having possession of the key.
A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police said: "Officers this morning located a stolen Ford Fiesta ST stolen overnight from the Eccleshill area.
"The vehicle was stolen keyless and was located this morning on Powell Road, Bolton Woods.
"A second vehicle, exactly the same colour, make and model, was stolen from the West Royd area overnight as well. Officers are still looking for this vehicle."
A further statement read: "Second stolen vehicle of the day located.
"This one located on St Laurences Close, Bolton Woods - stolen keyless from the Haworth area overnight 6th to the 7th October"
Advice from police
West Yorkshire Police urged drivers of keyless vehicles to take extra precautions.
They advised motorists to keep key fobs away from doors and windows, use signal-blocking pouches, and disable a key's wireless signal where possible.
Drivers are also encouraged to use steering wheel locks, park in garages if available, and consider additional security measures to protect their vehicle from theft.