Police have released a video showing an officer attempting to open car doors in Sutton. 

Acting Sgt Richard Mehrotra, who speaks in the clip, informs people of the importance of locking their car doors.

"There’s been a rise in motor vehicle crime and we are encouraging residents and businesses to lock their car doors,” says Sgt Mehrotra. 

In the video an officer is able to open a car door that has been left unlocked. 

The Sutton Guardian reported earlier this month that there has been a rise in motor thefts in the area.