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Beachwood Police Department
AUTO THEFT
DON'T MAKE IT EASY FOR A THIEF TO STEAL YOUR WHEELS!
One vehicle is stolen every twenty(20)seconds in the United States. - cars, vans, trucks, and motorcycles cost victims time and money - increase everyone's insurance premiums. They're also often used in other crimes. Don't become a victim of this serious crime.
BASIC PREVENTION POLICY...
- Never leave your car running or the keys in the ignition when you're away from it, even if its "just for a minute."
- Always roll up the windows and lock your car, even if it's in front of your house.
- Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in your trunk or at least out of sight. Buy radios, tape and CD players that can be removed and stored in the trunk.
- Park in busy, well-lighted areas.
- Carry the registration and insurance card with you. Don't leave personal identification documents or credit cards in your vehicle.
- When you pay to park in a lot or garage, leave just the ignition key with the attendant. Make sure no personal information is attached. Do the same when you take your car for repairs.
WHAT ABOUT CAR JACKING??
Car jacking - stealing a car by force - has captured headlines in the last few years. Statistically, your chances of being a car jacking victim are very slim and preventive actions can reduce the risk even more...
- Approach your car with the key in hand. Look around and inside before you get in.
- When driving, keep your car doors locked and windows rolled up at all times.
- Be especially alert at intersections, gas stations, ATMs, shopping malls, convenience and grocery stores - all windows of opportunity for car jackers.
- Park in well-lighted areas with good visibility, close to walkways, stores, and people.
- If the car jacker has a weapon, give up the car with no questions asked. Your life is worth more than your car.
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