Vehicle theft prevention tips

Safeguard your keys – they are worth as much as the value of your car:

Always store car keys out of view and away from external doors and windows.
Thieves mostly target the master bedroom first, followed by the living room and home office.
If the car is at home but you are out make sure you have all the keys with you.
When you are out, don’t leave keys unattended in bags, lockers or the like.
Don’t tag your keys with your name or address – use a mobile phone number or driver licence number instead.
If your home has been broken into and your keys are stolen, change the cylinders in the locks or fit additional locks.
Never leave a spare set of house or car keys in your car.
Be a good neighbour. If you notice any suspicious activity report it immediately to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or Police on 131 444.
Visit www.carsafe.com.au for more information

Keep trees and shrubs well-trimmed in order to provide a clear line of sight to the street and reduce potential hiding places.
Ideally front fences should allow clear visibility to the front door and any windows.
Fit quality key-operated lock sets to windows.
Lock doors and windows when gardening or working outside or in an isolated part of the house.
Keep your garage locked to restrict unauthorised access.
Motion activated external security lighting can deter intruders.
Consider installing a home alarm system
Plan and discuss with your family or housemates what to do in the event that you or they encounter an intruder entering or already in your home.
Download a free security assessment guide from: www.carsecuritybeginsathome.com and conduct an audit of your home’s security.

Information and safety tips provided by Car Safe - National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council.

Operation Bounce Back: An initiative of the National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council.

For further information please contact Safe City on 9391 6022 or email safecity@gosnells.wa.gov.au