We've had 6 stolen vehicles citywide reported to us since October 1, 2019 that were due to people leaving their cars running with the keys in the ignition. Please look at the attached map to see where the incidents have occurred.

As the weather gets colder, we see more people leave their vehicle running unattended with the keys in the ignition so that they can warm up their car. This can be a target for theft. Please take these gentle reminders under consideration this fall and winter season.                      

• Never leave your car running or the keys in the ignition when you're away from it, even for "just a minute."
• Always roll up the windows and lock the car, even if it's in front of your home.
• Never leave valuables in plain view, even if your car is locked. Put them in the trunk or at least out of sight.
• Remove portable electronic devices such as smart phones.
• Park in busy, well-lighted area.
• Don't leave personal identification documents, cash, or credit cards in your vehicle.
• Remember if you keep your garage door opener in your vehicle, that could potentially be used by someone else to access your home or garage
• As always, if you see something, please say something. Call 911 immediately to report suspicious activity.
  

Alert sent on 11/01/2019 at 2:03PM EDT

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Alert delivered to the following groups: Brooklyn Park Police Dept., Business Alerts, Notification Group, Future Use 1, Future Use 2, Bass Creek, Birch Grove, Brookdale Park, Candlewood, Central, College Park, Commerce, Edinburgh, Eidem, Founders, Greenhaven, Hartkopf, Lakeland Park, Monroe, Northland, Northwoods, Norwood, Oak Grove, Orchard Trail, Palmer Lake, Park Center, Pinebrook, River North, River Park, Shingle Creek, Sunny Lane, Tessman, Trinity Gardens, Village Creek, Willowstone, and River View

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