Crime Prevention in the Car

Never pick up hitchhikers.

Never allow another vehicle to follow you home. Drive past your house to the nearest open business and call the police.

Never leave your keys in the car.

Always check in the back seat of your car before getting in.

If you stop to aid others, don't get out of your car. Ask what you can do to help, then drive to the nearest phone and call the police.

Never leave your purse in sight.

Hide it under your seat or in your glove box.

Always park your vehicle in well lit areas, never in the dark.

Always lock your car.

Always lock your doors while driving.

Always keep your car in gear while stopped at traffic signals or stop signs.

If threatened, simply drive away.

Always write down license numbers of suspicious vehicles.

When arriving home, always leave your headlights on until you have opened the garage door or unlocked your front door.