Alberta RCMP Press Release – July 8, 2025 – Edmonton, Alberta
This summer, your Alberta RCMP is reminding community members of tips to help prevent theft of, and from, vehicles during summer activities.
Whether at a campsite or a trailhead, keep the following in mind when it comes to securing your vehicle:
- Keep your vehicle locked: While relaxing at your campsite, or taking a walk by the water, keep your vehicle locked. It only takes one moment of inattention for a thief to take your belongings.
- Never leave your vehicle running unattended: Opportunistic thieves can strike anywhere, a quick pop into the convenience store for a Slurpee, or just running into the bank, is all the time someone needs to steal a running vehicle.
- Keep keys safe: Never leave keys, garage door openers, or important documents with personal identifying information in your vehicle. Keys can be used to steal your vehicle, or may be used, along with personal identifying information, to enter your home.
- Hide or lockup valuables: Keep your campsite clean and ensure valuables are hidden out of sight as they can entice opportunistic thieves. Keep off-highway vehicles (OHV), bikes, and kayaks secured and consider using window covers to conceal the interior of your vehicle.
- Close windows: When leaving your vehicle, always close the windows, even when it’s hot outside. A locked screen door to a recreational vehicle can provide added security while allowing airflow.
- Use hitch lock: Secure your trailer’s hitch with a hitch lock to prevent towing theft.
- Motion sensor lights: Install motion sensor lights outside your recreational vehicle.
Don’t let theft get in the way of your activities this summer. Practice auto-theft safety to help prevent becoming a victim.
For more information on preventing theft of, and from, vehicles, please follow us on Facebook @RCMPinAlberta, X @RCMPAlberta, and on YouTube @RCMP-GRC Alberta.
If you see something suspicious, report it to your local police service. If you see a crime in progress, call 911.
If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
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