Prince George RCMP are seeing fewer thefts from vehicles being reported.
In the first three months of 2022, there were fewer thefts from vehicles reported to police than in previous years, and police want to see that trend continue.
“A decrease does not mean that the problem has completely gone away, however, and statistics show that no part of the city is free from this type of criminal behaviour,” Prince George RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Jennifer Cooper said. “The most common area police see this type of crime occur is in parking lots, followed closely by on residential properties. Vehicle theft and theft from vehicles is not specific to one area and it is one of the most common types of crime, affecting people no matter where they live or what they drive.”
April is Auto Crime Enforcement Month and RCMP have the following tips to reduce your chances of having your vehicle broken into:
- Never leave your keys inside your vehicle. This means house keys, other vehicle keys and even valet keys.
- Always remove valuables and personal items, or place them in the trunk of your car.
- Remove or hide spare change and cell phone cords, which are tempting targets for thieves.
- Always lock your car when you leave it, even when it is in your own driveway or carport.
- Do not leave your car alone to idle or warm up – always stay within arm’s reach of the vehicle.
- Practice the 9 p.m. Routine by going around your house to check that your windows, doors and car are all locked
Prince George RCMP are committed to ensuring the downward trend it vehicle theft continues by increasing targeted enforcement and identifying individual responsible for vehicle crime.
Anyone with information about thieves targeting vehicles, or any other crime, is asked to contact the Prince George RCMP at 250-561-3300. Tips can also be made anonymously by calling 1-800-222-TIPS(8477), or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca (English only).
Residents and local businesses are also encouraged to register their security cameras with the City of Prince George’s CCTV registry. For more information go online to www.princegeorge.ca/cctv.
