After more than a dozen vehicle thefts in Toronto, police believe that suspects may have access to electronic devices that can bypass Toyota and Lexus vehicle security systems.
To date, at least 13 vehicles have been stolen in the northwest area of Toronto.
In all of the thefts, there have been no signs of damage at the scene.
Toronto Police Const. Jennifer Sidhu says the spike in vehicle thefts has prompted them to remind the public about how to protect their vehicles. Some of her tips include:
- locking your vehicle with the windows rolled up
- secure your spare key in a safe location and never leave it in the vehicle
- park your vehicle with wheels turned towards the curb
- apply your emergency brakes when parking your vehicle
- park your vehicle in your garage, if possible, and lock the vehicle doors while in the garage
- never leave the vehicle registration in the vehicle
- use a steering-wheel lock
- test both sets of keys after leaving your vehicle with a valet, car wash, or repair shop
Police ask anyone with information to contact them at 416-808-3300,Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook.
