Vehicle Theft

Unfortunately, car theft is occurring more frequently, and recently, an owner at Treetop had their vehicle stolen from their driveway.

Halton Regional Police have developed some helpful Vehicle Theft Prevention Tips.

  • Secure your vehicle with the following tips:

  • Park your vehicle in a locked/secure garage, if possible.

  • Lock the onboard diagnostic port using a simple device (that can be purchased online) that blocks access to where thieves reprogram the vehicle’s key fob

  • Use a steering wheel locking device to deter theft

  • Invest in an aftermarket global positioning system (GPS) tracker as it may assist in recovery of the vehicle if it is stolen

  • When not in use, place vehicle key fob inside a radio frequency shielding bag/pouch to block cell signals

  • Consider purchasing a quality video surveillance system and ensure your cameras are properly placed and functioning for 24-hour use

Additional Vehicle Theft Prevention Tips

While there is no guaranteed prevention measure against vehicle theft, the Halton Regional Police Service (HRPS) can provide you with following precautions:

  • Always lock all of your vehicle's doors and windows after entering and exiting it.

  • Never leave your vehicle unattended with the engine running, even for a few seconds. Turn off the ignition and take the keys with you.

  • Vehicle Contents:

    • Never hide a spare key in your car or outside your residence

    • Never leave personal identification or valuables in your vehicle

    • Remove technologic and other removable accessories from view when not in your vehicle

  • Invest in anti-theft devices:

    • Ignition or fuel kill switches

    • Steering wheel, gearshift, and hood locks

    • Steering column collar

    • Electric alarm

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