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.