(MUNICIPALITY OF NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Perth County Detachment is reminding the public to protect their property and valuables against would be thieves after a vehicle entry was reported from a vehicle parked at a David Street residence in Listowel.
Between 10 p.m. on Thursday, April 02, 2015 and 6 a.m. Friday April 03, 2015, an unknown suspect entered an unlocked vehicle parked in the driveway of the residence. Once inside, unknowns removed a GPS unit from the dash of the vehicle.
Here are some tips to prevent you from becoming a victim:
Always secure your vehicle doors when parking your vehicle, even if you are only going to be a few minutes.
Remove valuables from your vehicle. If you can’t, then keep them from plain view.
Park in well lighted areas with high traffic.
Clean out your garage and park your vehicle in it – locking your vehicle and the garage door.
Remember, if you see something, say something. If you see suspicious activity or behaviour around your vehicle or neighbourhood, report it.
Anyone with information regarding this incident should immediately contact the Perth County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), and you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.