Texas Drivers Hold the Key to Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention
By admin • Jul 2nd, 2008 • Category: FeaturesDISCLAIMER - Any Charges Reported in these Press Releases are Merely Accusations and the Defendants are Presumed Innocent Unless and Until Proven Guilty.
July 1, 2008
Every five minutes, a car is stolen in Texas. In most cases, the driver’s valuable
possessions are left behind in the vehicle. Vehicle-related crimes can be
prevented if drivers remember to “Hide Their Belongings, Lock Their Cars, and
Take Their Keys.”
During July, “Watch Your Car” month, hundreds of law enforcement task force
representatives, funded by the Texas Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority
(ABTPA), will be out in the community, reminding Texas drivers to take these extra
precautions when leaving their vehicles unattended. In 2007, an estimated 95,000
motor vehicles were stolen and many had the keys left in the ignition.
We cannot stress enough to Texas drivers that they “Hold the Key” to auto burglary
and theft prevention. Being aware of the things they can do to prevent these
crimes, as well as the anti-theft devices available to protect their vehicles, such as
kill switches and VIN etchings, will help deter thieves and make neighborhoods
safer.
Vehicles are frequently stolen and burglarized for the resale of their parts,
insurance fraud, identity theft and are used to commit gateway crimes.
During “Watch Your Car” month, the Austin Police Department will offer residents
the opportunity to participate in programs designed to promote auto and burglary
theft awareness. The events will be held at the following locations:
July 9, 2008 – Target South Park Meadows, 9500 S. IH-35 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 16, 2008 – Target Capital Plaza, 5621 N IH-35 from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 17, 2008 – Target Lakeline, 10900 Lakeline Mall from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
July 26, 2008 – Target Stores, 2300 W. Ben White Blvd. from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Contact: Public Information Office, 974-5017
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