The Alberta RCMP is seeing a reduction in stolen vehicles across the province based on preliminary data six-months into 2024.
Last year, there were 8,710 vehicles, most commonly trucks, stolen across the province. Currently, there has only been 3,932 vehicles, or only 45.1 per cent in the first half of this year.
In a press release, they provided a list of tips to reduce the chance of your vehicle being targeted.
- Always lock your vehicle, even if you are just running into the store to grab something quickly.
- Make sure that all windows are closed when you leave your vehicle.
- Park your vehicle within sight and in a well-lit area.
- If possible, park your vehicle in a locked garage. Otherwise, try to park it such that it can’t be easily moved by an opportunistic thief.
- Never leave keys or garage door openers in your vehicle. Garage door openers can be stolen, along with personal identifying documents, and used to identify and enter your home.
- Ensure that personal belongings, especially important documents, are not stored in your vehicle.
- Remove loose change and valuables. These items can be enticing to criminals.
This August the RCMP will be using #AutoRoutine to provide information on how to keep your vehicles safe this summer. Follow us on Facebook (@RCMPinAlberta) and X (@RCMPAlberta) for tips and reminders to help reduce thefts of, and from, vehicles this summer.
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