Bouwunie not surprised by break-ins in vans in Westhoek and Bruges: "Thieves have shifted their work area"

De Bouwunie observes a rise in van thefts in the Ieper and Poperinge areas, as thieves shift focus from construction sites to vans. They provide security tips to their members to better protect their vehicles. Recent incidents include 17 thefts in Brugge, often involving French criminals fleeing across the border. The organization emphasizes the importance of securing vans, which contain valuable tools, and encourages members to adopt better security measures, such as parking against walls and keeping doors locked.