When Parking & Securing Your Vehicle:
◊ Use a garage or secure location whenever possible.
◊ Park in well-lit areas where your car can be seen.
◊ Avoid isolated areas. Park near locations frequently used by pedestrians.
◊ If you hear something suspicious (shattering glass) or see someone looking into vehicles, call 911.
◊ Roll up the windows and lock all doors.
◊ Secure the trunk, hatches, bed-mounted tool boxes and canopies.
◊ Activate your alarm.
◊ Install anti-theft devices.
Remove The Following Items From Your Vehicle:
◊ Cameras
◊ CD player and CD’s
◊ Cell phones
◊ Checkbooks
◊ Clothing
◊ Credit/debit, gift cards
◊ Day planner
◊ Electronic devices
◊ Garage door opener
◊ GPS unit
◊ Jewelry
◊ Keys
◊ Laptop
◊ Luggage or bags
◊ Mail
◊ Purses
◊ Receipts/statements
◊ Store bags or packages
◊ Tools
◊ Vehicle insurance, title and registration information (keep documents with you)
◊ Wallets
Consider Using Anti-Theft Devices:
◊ Steering wheel locking devices are easy to install and inexpensive.
◊ Car alarms are convenient and effective - Especially if they disable the vehicle’s starter when activated.
◊ Install switches to interrupt the fuel supply or electrical systems.
◊ Locking gas caps deters fuel from being siphoned.
Have a safe Holiday Season!
Officer Aaron Snell
Crime Prevention Unit
Everett Police Department
3002 Wetmore Ave
Everett, WA 98201
425-257-7498
asnell@ci.everett.wa.us
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