CRIME in Warrington east remained below expectations in February, March and April.

Each month the number of crimes reported was below the target figure, according to Cheshire police.

More than 30 per cent of reported crimes were solved, Insp Richard Spedding has reported, a figure which is above the target of 29.6 per cent.

Thefts from cars were accounting for a large portion of crime, so he advised people to ensure they lock their vehicles properly.