Daily Archives: January 26, 2013

Have you had anything stolen from your car or home?  Do you know anyone who has?

Shocking statistic:  Over 90% of thefts are due to unlocked doors and windows – either in your car or home.

Although Manhattan Beach is a safe community, there are people who will commit a crime of opportunity if given the chance. This is where you come in – remove as many opportunities as possible for people to steal from you.  Having an unlocked door or window is an invitation to steal.

The Manhattan Beach Police Department has instituted an awareness  Program “Lock It or Lose It!”  to make people aware that  — in many cases —prevention is in your Hands!!

Here are some tips for keeping your belongings safe.

•             LOCK your vehicle at all times.

•             KEEP your valuables – laptop, camera, MP3 player, GPS system, cell phone, purse, wallet, briefcase and other items out of plain view

•             LEAVE no trace or sign of electronics, such as docking stations or connector cables in plain view

•             REMOVE your third row seats and store them in a locked garage

•             DON’T leave packages or shopping bags visible in your car

•             UNLOAD your car immediately when you get home

•             Do not leave items in your car overnight

•             SET your alarm or anti-theft device

Want more information on this topic.. check the MBPD website:  http://www.ci.manhattan-beach.ca.us/Index.aspx?page=223

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