Prince George RCMP are asking drivers to take steps to help stem a rising trend for vehicle thefts.
With the exception of July, the number of thefts have increased during each of the past seven months - from 11 in April to 31 in September. And as of Wednesday, 19 have gone missing so far this month, putting October on pace to eclipse last month's total.
What's more, police believe many of the stolen vehicles have been used to commit other crimes, notably break and enters at homes and businesses before being found abandoned in and around the city.
"Although full size pick-ups are by far the most commonly stolen, a wide variety of other vehicles are being stolen too," RCMP said.
For further advice on preventing auto theft, call the detachment's community policing section at 250-561-3366.
