Renfrew OPP were making rounds in Renfrew and Arnprior recently on their Lock it or Lose it campaign.
On these patrols, officers examine parked vehicles in public to confirm they’re locked an valuables are out of sight.
A notice is left on cars who neglected these safety tips and offer simple crime prevention tips.
Police say an experienced thief can swipe a car in as little as 30 seconds.
Vehicle owners/passengers can do simple things to decrease the risk of being victimized, such as:
- Never leave a running vehicle unattended
- Lock your doors
- Roll up your windows
- Keep valuables out of sight
- Keep your registration and proof of insurance in your wallet or purse, not in the glove box
- Pocket your keys
- At night or during extended parking periods, always park in a well-lit area.
