May 31, 2012 | News
With the economy in crisis, it’s not a surprise that crime is on the rise. Since 1994, auto theft crimes have been a major concern for American citizens. It was reported that during that time, there were 1.5 million vehicles stolen that had an estimated value of nearly $7.6 billion. Enforcing H.E.A.T. in Kansas Due to these incidents, the local law enforcers in Kansas established a program that specifically targeted vehicle theft. In 1990, the Kansas Police Department created H.E.A.T (Help Eliminate Auto Theft). The program’s primary goal was to establish cooperation and community awareness between local law enforcers and residents by helping each other deter and detect any auto theft attempts within the local community. Even though auto theft still remains to be a cause of concern in Kansas, it has been noted that the incidents has decreased statistically since the program has started. Auto theft is a costly crime Aside from being a nuisance, it can’t be denied that being a victim of an auto theft can create a ripple of loss in your life. It is necessary to be vigilant when it comes to your personal properties. When you take the time to implement a rigid set of precaution for your car’s safety, you’ll get a decent chance of avoiding possible auto theft attempts. Help spread awareness in your city With this knowledge in hand, you can help keep your city safe by placing the copyright and trademark protected signs and designs on your property or in your area. You can also make custom sign donations to your local police department and they will disperse them to...May 30, 2012 | News
Leaving your keys in the ignition can cause unimaginable horrors, just ask a local resident of Randolph, MA when he unwittingly left his car vulnerable and unsafe. A man stepped out for a Laundromat excursion, left his keys in his ignition and became the victim of an attempted auto theft. The car thief jumped into his car and sped through local streets, but the chase ended in Milton where he crashed into a tree that split the car in two. Massachusetts theft crimes Did you know that auto theft is one of the most common crimes in Massachusetts? As stated by William D. Kickham (Boston Criminal Attorney), auto theft “is defined and governed by a law that forbids receiving, stealing, buying, concealing or possessing a motor vehicle or trailer, which someone knew or had reason to know had been stolen.” In 2009, there had been a total of 11,735 listed cases of vehicle theft in the city. The numbers decreased from the years before, but it’s still something to mull over every time you leave your car vulnerable from possible auto crimes. Avoid being an auto theft victim Prevention is better than crying over stolen properties, which is why it is important to take precautions when it comes to your car. You can keep your car safe by employing simple strategies. Always remember to take out your keys whenever you leave your vehicle. Try and make sure that all areas of your car are closed. Avoid tempting burglars, by hiding and taking away important items like your phones and laptops from your car. Help spread awareness in your city...May 29, 2012 | News
Back in 2009, auto theft has made quite an impact in the city of Redmond, WA. Due to its location and accessibility, the city has suffered numerous issues, and most especially vehicular thefts. With the help of local enforcements, they had made strides with their car theft prevention program. Washington auto theft statistics The Washington State Patrol shares an insight on the current car theft trend in the state of Washington: In Washington State . . . A car is stolen every 13 minutes. 106 cars are stolen every day. More vehicles have been stolen this year than any other year. Your car has a one in 179 chance of being stolen. Many stolen vehicles are used for other crimes. One out of five stolen cars are started with a key that was left in the car. Increase crime awareness Crime awareness is something that is almost always laid to the side, especially when it’s not something that is a current concern in our lives. But alas, crime incidents strikes when we least expect, which is why it is imperative that we are aware of the basic precaution when it comes to our safety. Help spread awareness in your city With this knowledge in hand, you can help keep your city safe by placing the copyright and trademark protected signs and designs on your property or in your area. You can also make custom sign donations to your local police department and they will disperse them to businesses and in parks and recreation areas. Hide Lock Take started as a proactive crime awareness program in Dallas. It has since become the...May 28, 2012 | News
According to NeighborhoodScout.com, with a population of 19,378,102, there is a 1 in 51 chance that a New York resident can be a victim of a property crime. This is even more apparent when just recently; law enforcement officers had dismantled an international crime ring that was responsible for the theft of high end automobiles in New Jersey and New York. At this moment, they have arrested 11 of the 19 suspects who were believed to have been shipping and selling stolen cars over their market values. Car Safety 101 It might seem hard to believe, but keeping your car safe can be as simple as using your common sense. One of the first things to remember about car crime prevention is to take out the keys from your ignition. Most of the time, cars that are left unattended are the ones targeted by car thieves. It’s important to keep a presence of mind when you’re about to leave it in a parking space, or your garage. Close your car windows or any space that might make it easier for burglars to steal your car. Give Thieves a Hard Time You’ve paid a lot for your car, which is why it is important that you take the time to create a list of precautions to prevent yourself from becoming a victim of an auto theft. Extend some of your car protection tips to your family, or whoever would be taking turns in using it. Help spread awareness in your city With this knowledge in hand, you can help keep your city safe by placing the copyright and trademark protected signs...May 26, 2012 | News
Hide your things, lock your cars and take your keys. These three important reminders seemed to be all but lost to a bulk of California residents as it apparently has the highest rate of auto theft in 2010. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, a Chicago-based industry trade group, there were eight cities that were primarily located in California that was found on their list. If you’re living in California, and especially in places that topped the list such as Fresno (they had 8.1 vehicle thefts per 1,000 residents in 2010), you must be wondering if there are ways to help keep your car safe from any future car theft attempts. Don’t fret, from following a few simple tips and tricks, you can be rest assured of your car’s safety, and maybe you can even help promote crime awareness in your local city. Lock your cars The California Attorney General’s Office points out that most cars are stolen by amateurs, and by taking the necessary precaution you can increase your car’s protection. The first thing that you should remember is to keep your cars locked. Always make sure that every inch of your car is locked whenever you leave it unattended. Make sure that your car’s windows and trunks are locked as well. Hide your things It is important that before you leave, look around your car seats and check if there are any valuables that might incite a thief’s interest. Remove your cell phones, laptops and bags before you leave. Take your keys Never leave your car keys lying around, and especially in its ignition. Don’t write...