Each year, theft from autos (TFAs) increase in the Spring and Summer seasons in North Vancouver. Some vehicle owners are known not to lock up their vehicles because they believe there is nothing of value to be stolen from their vehicle. As well, when the weather heats up and the beautiful trails of the North Shore are flooded by hikers and tourists, valuables are left behind in vehicles in parking lots. Sometimes, after an amazing day outdoors; drivers realize their car has got broken into. We need to look at a new way to communicate with drivers key messages on locking up vehicles and keeping valuables hidden.
Theft from vehicles rises in the Spring and when weather heats up. Many times vehicles are left unlocked and create easy opportunities for thieves. It’s important to lock up our vehicles or lose our valuables. What is being stolen? Anything of value from Smartphones, Personal electronics (tablets, laptops, iPods, GPS), Work tools, Credit cards and identification, Stereo equipment, Cash and change, Car parts and accessories, Garage door openers, Sunglasses and Keys.