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Henderson Police Department
Chief Keith
Sidwell
200 Breckenridge
Street
Henderson, NC 27536
Phone: 252-438-4141
Fax: 252-438-7311
From the Desk of
Lt. Irvin Robinson
Crime Prevention
Vehicle Thief & Break Ins Prevention Tips
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Don’t leave your keys in the car EVER.
Always take them with you.
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Close car windows & Lock car doors.
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Don’t hide car keys on your car;
thieves know where most people hide keys on cars.
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Don’t leave valuable or interesting
items clearly visible in the car.
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This includes CDs, DVDs, cell
phones, purses, cash |
Close the roof on a convertible.
Warning devices:
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Be sure the antitheft
stickers/decals are clearly visible on a car window. |
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If the car doesn’t come equipped
with antitheft alarms installed, consider installing one. Ask a
dealership what works best with your car. |
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Consider using a steering wheel lock
or brake pedal lock — they'll slow the thief down or act as a deterrent.
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Parking
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Have a garage? Park the car in it;
remove valuable items, lock the car. Then lock the garage and entry
doors. Don’t leave your car keys in the garage. |
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Street parking? Park in a well-lit
area and turn your wheels toward the curb. Remove valuable items, lock
the car. |
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Lot parking? Find a lot with an
attendant. Remove valuable items, lock the car, leaving only the
ignition key with the attendant. |
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Lot parking no attendant? Park near
stairs, an elevator or a well-lit area – any high traffic area. Remove
valuable items, lock the car tightly. |
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Valet? Leave only the ignition key
with the attendant. Remove valuable items. |
Your car should look empty inside.
ALWAYS remove the following:
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Cameras (digital, video),CDs/DVDs/Tapes,
Cellular phone jack/charger |
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Cellular phone, Purse/wallet
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Work items (i.e. laptop, carrying
case, briefcase notebook computer, expensive camera or other
highly-prized items. |
If you have
expensive items in your car such as amps, stereos or other items, take
pictures of them and note their serial numbers. If they are stolen, it will
help substantiate your claim and make it easier to prove ownership.
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Remove the face plate from your car
stereo when not in use.
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Don’t leave your car running with
valuables in it while you run in a store to pick something up, no matter
how quick the errand or how cold the day.
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