Auto Theft Prevention Tips
- Never leave a vehicle unattended when it is unlocked or running, even if you only plan on being gone “a minute.”
- Never leave keys in the vehicle or in the ignition.
- Always roll up your windows and lock your vehicle, even if parked in front of your home.
- Never leave valuables in plain sight; take with you or lock in your trunk.
- Always park in well-lit areas.
- Always use your emergency brake when parked; also turn the wheel toward the curb, which makes towing harder for the theives who use tow trucks to steal vehicles.
- Don’t think old vehicles are safe; parts from vehicles are in demand.
Auto Break-In Prevention Tips
- LOCK YOUR DOORS
- If you have to leave valuables in your vehicle
- Lock them in your truck
- Conceal them PRIOR to arriving at your destination
- Leave no trace that there might be valuables in your vehicle
- GPS docking station
- CDs
- Cell phone chargers
- Try to park in well-lit areas
- Do not leave valuables in your vehicle where they can be seen
- wallets
- Purses
- Cell phones
- Loose change
- iPods/MP3 players
- Jewelry/Keys/Mail
- GPS
- Laptops
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Do not leave items that may seem of value to others even if not to you
- Backpacks
- Computer bags (no computer inside)
- Gym bag
- Briefcases
- Do not store valuables in your vehicle longer than necessary, especially overnight