Discovery Ridge, Have You Started Your 9 pm Routine?

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by Calgary Police Service

Vehicle Theft and Car Prowling Prevention

• Garage openers should not be left in vehicles, or should be disengaged, as thieves can use them to gain entry into a home.

• Avoid parking in unlit areas at night.

• Lock your doors and close all windows at all times, even while you are in your yard.

• Hide your valuables out of sight, or better yet, take them with you.

• Don’t keep extra keys in your vehicle.

• If you park your vehicle in a parkade, be sure that you do not let anyone else in who doesn’t belong when you are entering and exiting.

• Report any suspicious activity or behaviour, such as someone trying door handles on parked vehicles.

Home and Garage Break-In Prevention

• Offenders will often break into a residence as a way to steal a vehicle parked outside the residence. When you’re at home, store your vehicle keys away from the entrance to your house.

• Consider installing home and vehicle alarm systems and vehicle anti-theft devices.

• Ensure that all doors and windows are secured at all times, even when you are home. Culprits need mere moments to commit a theft or break-in. If you do open any windows or doors, make sure you only open them for rooms that someone is present in.

• Report any suspicious people or activity in your community by calling 403-266-1234 or 9-1-1 if there is a crime in progress.

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