Two Coventry men charged over delivery driver robberies

Police have charged two men from Coventry, in connection with a string of robberies targeting delivery drivers.

William McDonagh, 30 and Daniel McDonagh, 27, have been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery after van drivers were targeted in the city during October.

The two men were remanded into custody, to appear at Coventry Magistrates Court today (26 October).

The charges come after two men were arrested by officers from the Neighbourhood Crime Team investigating the robberies, in which delivery van drivers were threatened and goods stolen from inside their vehicles.

The arrests were supported by officers from the Gangs and SOCEX Team and Road Harm Team officers.

As we head into the Winter and towards Christmas, delivery drivers are advised to make sure they keep their vehicles secure.

Groups will follow delivery drivers and wait until they exit their vehicles, before striking and stealing parcels from within.

There are a number of things you can do to keep yourself and your property safe.

Visit Keeping your delivery vehicle safe | West Midlands Police to find out more

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