Contact: Lt. Brian Cheek
Phone: (336) 433-7329

GPD Offers Safety Tips to Vehicle Owners

GREENSBORO, NC – (November 14, 2007) – Over the past several weeks, the Greensboro Police Department (GPD) has received numerous reports of breaking and entering of vehicles in the areas around Sunset Hills, Starmount, and Lindley Park.

Many of these vehicles were unlocked at the time of the break-in.

"It would be a great deterrent if people would simply lock their vehicles," said Greensboro Police Lt. Brian Cheek.

The Police Department offers these tips for all Greensboro residents to help protect personal property:
• Always remove valuables from your vehicle (laptops, I-Pods, and other electronic equipment) or place these items in your trunk.
• Park in your driveway and not on the street.
• Lock your vehicle, even if it’s parked in your driveway.
• If you must park on the street, park in a well-lit area.
• Install motion detectors and floodlights on your property.
• Report any suspicious activity immediately.

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