Don’t let thieves ruin your holiday season.
With the shopping
season in full swing there are a few ways you can protect yourself from
becoming the victim of theft from your vehicle. The best deterrent to theft is
to make sure your vehicle windows are rolled up and the doors locked. Make sure that purses, back packs, wallets, cell phones and Ipods are
not left in your vehicle. If thieves suspect those items are in your vehicle
they will break the window and rifle through your belongings.
Do not leave cell
phone/Ipod charging cords, shopping bags and packages in plain sight. Nothing
says “take me” more than a shopping bag full of newly purchased goodies.
Parking in well lit areas that are easily visible will
reduce the ability of criminals to go undetected while breaking into your
vehicle. Keep in mind that criminals are potentially watching you put your
purse or other valuables in the trunk and once they get into the passenger
compartment of your vehicle it is an easy flip of a latch or push of a button
to gain access to the trunk. If your vehicle has an alarm make sure it is on.
The alarm sounding will potentially scare the thief and alert other people that
there may be criminal activity afoot.
Do not let the Grinch steal your holiday gifts this year. Be proactive in protecting your belongings and
keeping your community safe. Happy Holidays!
