[Students] Increase in Vehicle Burglaries

[Joan Lawrence]

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From: Jason Bone 
Sent: Friday, December 02, 2005 4:18 PM
Subject: Increase in Vehicle Burglaries

 

 

 

Recently, the University Police Department has seen a marked increase in the
amount of motor vehicle burglaries reported on campus.  In many of these
cases, the vehicles were unlocked.  Today, a victim of one of these
burglaries caught the suspect in the act of burglarizing her vehicle.  The
suspect ran off immediately when he realized he had been seen.  If you
witness something like this, please do not chase or try to apprehend the
suspect yourself.  Instead, call 911 and remain on the line with the
dispatcher.  Attempt to obtain the most accurate description possible.  

 

 

Below are some tips to avoid becoming the victim of a vehicle burglary: 

 

*         Lock your car and pocket the key when you leave - even if it's
just for a minute.  Close the windows and make sure the trunk is locked. 

*         Control your keys.  Never leave an identification tag on your key
ring.  If your keys are lost or stolen, it could help a thief locate your
car and burglarize your home. 

*         Don't leave your registration inside your vehicle; carry it with
you.  Important identification papers or credit cards should never be left
in the glove compartment.   

*         If carrying packages or valuable items, store them in your trunk
if possible.  If you do leave packages, clothing or other valuable items in
the car, make sure they are out of sight.   

*         Park in well-lit busy areas.  

*         Keep your car's License Plate number, and VIN written down in a
safe place away from your vehicle.   

  

University Police Department

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