Crimes commonly reported throughout the metro include thefts from unattended vehicles, fitness centers and shopping malls.

Popular Stolen Valuables

• Purses
• Wallets
• Laptop computers
• Other Electronics
• Packages

A criminal will often steal a purse or wallet, and within minutes, make purchases with the credit cards before the victim will discover the loss.

Reduce Your Risk

Vehicles

• Always lock your vehicle
• Remove all valuables, even when parked in the garage
• If you have no other choice and must leave valuables in your car, place items in the trunk or away from plain view prior to arriving at your destination.

Fitness Centers

• Plan ahead. Leave valuables such as jewelry, unnecessary credit cards/checkbooks or other personal information at home.
• Bring only what you need into the fitness center, but never leave a purse or wallet in your vehicle.
• Always use lockers equipped with locks, or bring a lock with you.

Out and About

• Never leave your purse unattended in a shopping cart, even for a few seconds.
• Never hang your purse on the backside of a chair while at a bar or restaurant.
• Carry a wallet or money clip in your front pocket.