Opportunistic Car Thieves Are Stealing Cars From a New Jersey Beach Town
Carlos Kirby
· 3 min read
Cars remain a top priority for thieves all over the United States.
Car thefts
have been an especially prevalent issue across Long Beach Island in New Jersey
where police have called for increased vigilance. Police point to driver error as one of the main factors that make cars easy to steal. Here are some tips that can help prevent your car from being stolen.
Long Beach Island faces rising cases of car theft
According to
The SandPaper
, police are warning LBI city residents to be vigilant following an increasing number of car thefts. Officials implemented a "9 pm routine" that encourages residents around the region to monitor the safety of their properties.Surf City Police posted on their Facebook page, "At 9 pm, you ought to check and verify if your vehicle and doors are secure. Residents should also usher in any valuables and/or trash out of sight." They added that "If you got security cameras and smart doorbells, please check them for motion or activity and report back to our department in case you note anything suspicious."
Car thefts were also a prominent issue last September, as reported by
WHYY
. Police suspected that a coordinated car theft ring from Newark was targeting luxury vehicles in Jersey Shore communities, including Surf City.Car thieves take advantage of driver negligence
According to The SandPaper, just this year, seven vehicles were stolen on LBI, and each time the car was unlocked or had the
key fob
left inside.NJ Police Captain James Vaughn said, "Our message to our residents is simple: Lock your cars, do not leave your key fob or any valuables in your cars, and report any suspicious persons or vehicles in your neighborhood to your local police department immediately."
The car thieves in LBI didn’t have to work that hard to steal those cars. If you’re worried about your car getting stolen, there are several simple steps you can take to keep it protected.
How to prevent your car from being stolen
With the increased incidents of car theft, it’s a good idea to pay more attention to where and how you leave your car. Here are some of the basic precautions you can take to prevent car theft:
- Remember to lock your doors and remove your keys from the ignition.
- Always keep your spare keys away from your vehicle.
- Ensure your windows are always closed and avoid leaving your valuables in the car.
- Park your car in a well-lit and easily seen area.
If you live in an area where car thefts are common, it’s even more important to make sure your car is properly insured.
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