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P. A. police report surge in vehicle thefts: Chev/GMC trucks targeted

Prince Albert police say they have had 40 stolen vehicle reports already in August alone.
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Early 2000’s Chevrolet/GMC trucks being targeted the most.

PRINCE ALBERT – Theft of vehicles is on the rise in Prince Albert with 40 stolen vehicles reported in August alone, say police. Early 2000’s Chevrolet/GMC trucks are being targeted the most.

The Prince Albert Police Service recommends the following safety tips:

-Ensure your vehicle is locked with property out of sight

-Ensure no keys are left in the vehicle

-If possible, park your vehicle in a garage or out of sight

-Consider installing an after-market theft deterrent device or alarm system / tracker

-Do not confront someone breaking into your vehicle, call police immediately

-Report suspicious activity (thieves often scout vehicles in advance).

Anyone with information regarding these investigations is asked to call the Prince Albert Police Service at 306-953-4222.Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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