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Sunday, March 22, 2009

Reducing Vehicle Theft

Tasmania Police is committed to reducing the incidence of motor vehicle theft and associated crimes. A broad range of strategies are being used to deliver immediate and substantial long-term reductions.

Targeted patrols, targeting repeat offenders, prosecuting offenders, monitoring bail conditions, continuing to utilise advanced forensic procedures and awareness campaigns are some of the strategies being used at the moment with some success.

However, police officers continue to be frustrated by owners who do not even take the basic precautions when leaving their motor vehicles. It must be remembered that the responsibility lies with users and owners to reduce the risk of crimes being committed on their cars!

Bear in mind, apart from your home, your car is probably your most valuable and relied upon possession; yet, police patrols are finding vehicle users and owners still insist on leaving personal items including mobile phones, handbags and briefcases in the car.

Regardless of all the advice, users and owners also continue to leave their cars unlocked, the windows down, keys in the ignition and parked on the street and in poorly lit areas.

Research indicates that crimes committed upon motor vehicles represent a significant percentage of all reported crime. The National Motor Vehicle Theft Reduction Council estimates that professional thieves account for 25% of all stolen motor vehicles in Australia. However, the majority are stolen by opportunist thieves who use the vehicle for joyriding or to commit another crime.

These thieves are nearly always unskilled and easily deterred by an effective security device. 'Australian Standard' alarms and self arming electronic engine immobilisers are the most effective security devices currently available.

Motor vehicles are increasingly being targeted by criminals. In response, police will continue to patrol vulnerable areas and continue to identify and target criminals. Offenders will be charged, and all opportunity taken with the judiciary to address the impact of motor vehicle theft and associated crimes on the community.

However, public support is needed to help reduce the incidence of these types of crimes, and the community is urged to contact the police with any information they may have. Information can be given anonymously to Crime Stoppers and you may be entitled to a reward of up to $2000.

You are reminded, the obligation to secure your car lies with you!


                             

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