(SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding vehicle owners, and operators, about the Lock it or Lose it initiative following 3 more reports of theft from vehicles.
On May 20, 2013 at 11:26 am, personal property was reported missing from a vehicle parked in a driveway along Whispering Woods in Bruce Township. The value of the stolen property is estimated at more than $1,000.
On May 19, 2013 at 8:20 am, a quantity of cash and gift cards was reported missing from a vehicle parked in a driveway along Gibson Street in Walkerton. The value of the stolen property is estimated at more than $800.
On May 18, 2013 at 12:58 pm, a purse and all contents were reported missing from a vehicle parked in a driveway along Hamilton Street in Lucknow.
The South Bruce OPP is offering the following tips to help prevent the theft of property from a vehicle:
Always roll up the vehicle’s windows, lock the doors and pocket the key
If you have a garage, use it. Lock the door and your vehicle
Always park in a well-lit area
If you must leave valuables in a vehicle, don’t leave them in plain sight
The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information that can assist police to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or send a web-tip to crimestop-gb.org, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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