Please help us prevent vehicle thefts!

HASTINGS ON HUDSON POLICE DEPARTMENT   DETECTIVE DIVISION   7 MAPLE AVENUE, HASTINGS ON HUDSON, NY 10706 Main 914-478-2344 / Fax 914-478-2076

July 8, 2020

Dear Residents,

There has been a significant uptick in larcenies from vehicles in Hastings and across Westchester County.  Please help us prevent vehicle thefts. Car thieves, like home burglars, look for easy targets. Car owners leaving doors unlocked, windows open, or their keys in the vehicle, make it easy for criminals.

Criminals usually DO NOT want to be seen, heard, or take an excessive amount of time to break-in.

PREVENTION CHECKLIST DO YOU…?

□ Lock your vehicle  □ Lock your windows □ Take your keys with you

□ Remove your garage remote □ Set your alarm

□ Remove number codes from your keys

□ Remove spare keys hidden on or in your vehicle. Consider a spare key in your wallet

□ Park and lock your vehicles in garages when possible. Remove personal information such as driver license, registration, etc. from unattended vehicles.

□ Carry a copy of your registration in your wallet for ease of identification in case of emergency or theft

□ Know your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

□ Use additional identification methods such as “Data Dots,” engravers, and dye markers

 □ Place additional identification marks in several places such as tailgates, spoilers, and under the hood

□ Take a picture of your car with the plate number visible. Etch VIN numbers into all windows.

If you want to protect your personal property, DO NOT leave it in your car. Please help us prevent these crimes, by being vigilant. If you see something suspicious don’t hesitate to call the Police Desk at (914)478-2344.

Thank You,

Det. Sgt. Robert Gagliardi and Det. Justin Bottiglieri

        

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