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Key. Fob Security 4. Tracking devices are an invaluable tool to help us quickly
locate your vehicle. Trackable tech such as Apple air tags,
Although all car thefts and auto vehicle tracking services (OnStar, LoJack, vehicle manufacturer
provided tracking, etc.) have proven highly successful.
burglaries are not 100% preventable, Note! There have been significant delays in initiating stolen
you can significantly reduce the risk of vehicle tracking services when vehicle owners do not have their
car thefts and auto burglaries in Rio Vista information readily available to provide to the operators of the
tracking software. Be sure to safely store your account number,
by taking proactive steps to safeguard username, password, vehicle VIN, tag number, account PIN,
your property. etc., to quickly start the tracking of your stolen vehicle.
6. Be vigilant and a good neighbor by immediately reporting
1. LOCK YOUR CAR AND REMOVE YOUR KEY FOB! More than suspicious activity! All too often, we in the Rio patrol receive
90% of auto thefts and burglaries in Rio Vista are as a result delayed messages or voicemails of, “I saw a subject trying to
of unlocked cars and key fobs being left inside. These crimes break into a car”, “I saw a suspicious vehicle slowly driving
happen in a matter of seconds. A thief simply sits in a car, down the street, stopping in front of homes”, etc. Immediate
presses the start button, and too often they are successful! Also, action can catch these criminals in the act. Sometimes there are
higher end vehicle side mirrors typically fold in when locked. legitimate reasons for a subject’s actions (newspaper delivery,
criminals canvassing the area can quickly spot an unlocked delivery driver, ride-share driver, lost motorist, etc.) but we don’t
vehicle just by observing the side mirrors in the outward position. know about it unless it is immediately reported to investigate. If
the Rio Patrol is not on duty, please call the Broward County
2. Hide your valuables! Sometimes these incidents are crimes
of opportunity, but plainly visible valuables make you an easy non-emergency phone number at 954-764-HELP (4357).
target to be preyed upon; items such as laptops, smartphones, Collectively we can make Rio Vista that much safer!
purses, and bags should never be left in plain view.
3. Use anti-theft devices. Devices such as the ‘Club’ steering
wheel lock, wheel clamps, and other immobilizers make it very
difficult for thieves to steal your car.

Sergeant Mark Wright Fort Lauderdale Police Dept.
Special Operations/ School Resource Officer Program
1300 W. Broward Boulevard I Fort Lauderdale Fl 33312
Ofc: 954-828-5521 Email: MWright@fortlauderdale.gov

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