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This is a crime alert from the Colleyville Police Department.
The Colleyville Police Department reminds all citizens not to leave valuables in your cars.
Suspects are targeting valuables in parked cars at child care centers, fitness facilities,
and parks. Surrounding cities have been especially hard hit in recent weeks. These
suspects were believed to have been spotted at City Park in Colleyville on Monday
evening.
Typically, the suspects will park next to the victims' vehicle or wait in the parking lot until
the victim goes inside the building or walks away. The suspects will then open the
unlocked car door or break a window to gain entry to steal valuables, which have been left
in plain sight.
These suspects are bold. They will commit these offenses in close proximity to occupied
businesses or witnesses, and will use stolen identification, credit cards, and checks shortly
after the offense is committed. Colleyville residents are warned not to leave valuables of
any kind in your vehicle.
How to Prevent Vehicle Burglaries
You can easily reduce the risk of your vehicle being burglarized by following these simple
suggestions:
1. Lock your doors and roll up your windows.
2. Don't leave valuables in your car. Simply hiding valuables does not work. Take your
valuables with you.
3. Set your car alarm or anti-theft device.
4. Park in well-lit, crowded areas.
5. Be your "brother's keeper." Watch out for each other! Be aware of your
surroundings, and suspicious people and vehicles. If something or someone looks
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out of place, immediately call 911 or NETCOM Dispatch at 817.503.1251.
Remember, it takes a thief about 30 seconds to break into your vehicle and steal your
valuables. It takes you 30 seconds to take your valuables with you or lock them in the
trunk.