Dec 30, 2020 | Crime

Car thieves stay busy during the holidays

  • Brian Lowe is an experienced journalist with a background in both broadcast and digital media. He has worked in both Australia and the United States, has hosted podcasts and has reported on a wide range of issues during his career.

Logan district police have been kept busy trying to track down a host of stolen cars despite it still being the festive season.

Five vehicles have been reported stolen in the past few days alone.

Police said located or sighted stolen vehicles should not be intercepted and that most car thefts are opportunistic.

They said there are several things you can do to reduce the risk of having your car stolen:
Always keep your keys out of sight and never leave them lying around on tables, benches, bedside tables or key hooks in your home. For more information, visit https://mypolice.page.link/CP4d
Always lock your vehicle, even when you are at home
When parking in your garage, ensure both the garage and vehicle are locked
Park your vehicle in a well-lit, highly visible area
Consider installing a car alarm to help protect your vehicle
Never hide spare keys in your vehicle
Always take your vehicle keys with you whenever you are going out, even if you are leaving your vehicle at home
Always lock your screens, doors and garages even when you are home

Sneak offences occur when people are home and vehicles can be stolen without your knowledge.

By adhering to the above, you can help to significantly reduce the risk of having your vehicle stolen.

Latest vehicles reported stolen:
Registration Colour Vehicle type                              Stolen from
966RSF       Black Honda Civic sedan                       Drewvale
458YGS      Blue Volkswagen Scirocco hatchback  Broadbeach Waters
876WXW    White Mazda 3 hatchback                    Greenslopes
608KXQ      Silver Ford Falcon sedan                      Burbank
882WHV     Grey BMW 220i convertible                 Surfers Paradise

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