911

Caledon OPP repeating their reminder to ‘Lock It or Lose It’

July 18, 2017   ·   0 Comments

Theft from and theft of vehicles is an ongoing crime which directly impacts victims and places a strain on valuable police resources.
This type of crime is not new, but is very often preventable through community engagement.
Lock It or Lose It is an award winning crime prevention initiative developed with the support from the Insurance Bureau of Canada to encourage drivers to take simple precautions to help prevent crime and victimization.
Follow these simple tips to help prevent your vehicle from becoming a target of crime:
• Always roll up your vehicle’s windows and lock the doors;
• Never leave your vehicle unattended while running;
• If you have a garage, use it and lock both your vehicle and the garage;
• Never leave your vehicle keys in plain view or in an easily accessible area;
• Do not leave your vehicle registration certificate and proof of insurance in your vehicle;
• Always park your vehicle in a well-lit area;
• Never leave valuable items or merchandise in plain view — use your trunk instead.

Readers Comments (0)