Prevent auto theft
Auto theft can happen anywhere. Castle Rock Police wants you to be aware of ways to "
outthink a thief:"
- Remove cell phones, purses, cash, electronics or other valuables from your vehicle
- Hide boxes, cases shopping bags or gym bags from plain sight
- Park your vehicle in areas that are well lit and close your car windows completely
- Take your garage door opener from your vehicle after parking
- Use your garage if you have one and never leave your keys inside the ignition (even if parked in the garage)
- Stay with your car while warming it up, and never leave your car running, even if you’ll be gone only for a minute
- Lock your car and take your keys with you
- Consider investing in a car alarm
- Keep a second set of keys in a safe place, rather than inside your car