The Halton Police is saying ‘Lock it or Lose it’.
It reports that there has been an increase in overnight thefts from vehicles. Suspects have reportedly been entering unlocked vehicles overnight and stealing anything from loose change to more valuable items.
A list of tips to avoid being a victim has been provided:
- Ensure your unattended vehicle(s) are kept locked/secure
- Never leave personal identification or valuables in your vehicle
- Park in well-lit and attended areas whenever possible
- Never leave spare keys in your vehicle
- If you have to leave valuables in your vehicle, lock them in your trunk. Don’t tempt thieves by leaving packages or purses in plain view or on the seat.
- Remove garage door openers, G.P.S. navigation, cell phone devices and power cords from your vehicle if possible or at the least, removed from view
- Consider installing C.C.T.V. / Surveillance cameras which can capture the crime and aid in suspect identification
- Ensure residences and garages are locked when absent from the home or turning in for the night
- REPORT SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITY TO POLICE IMMEDIATELY
The increase in cases has occurred across Burlington, but thieves have been primarily targeting the city’s south-end, south of the Q.E.W. The tips are still helpful for those living in Milton, and across Halton.
Anyone with information related to these incidents is asked to contact the 3 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905 825-4747 ext. 2316. Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers. “See something? Hear something? Know something? Contact Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
