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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 3/5/2013.

 Public Safety Tip of the Day:

Carjacking:  Getting Out Of Your Car.

• Park in well-lighted areas, near sidewalks or walkways. Avoid parking near dumpsters, woods, large vans or trucks, or anything else that limits your visibility.

• Never leave valuables in plain view, even if the car is locked. Put them in the trunk or out of sight.

• Try to park in a garage with an attendant. Leave only the ignition key, with no personal identification.

• Even if you are rushed, look around before you get out and stay alert to your surroundings.

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How to avoid a Carjacking while you are driving.

• Drive in the inside (center) lane to make it more difficult for would-be carjackers to approach your car.
• Don’t stop to assist a stranger whose car has broken down. Instead, help by driving to the nearest phone or using your cell phone to call the police for help.
• Always be aware of your surroundings.  If a situation does not seem safe to you as you come to a stop, or are about to park, drive away to analyze the situation.  You can always come back later, but trust your initial instincts.

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How to avoid a Carjacking while you are driving.

• Keep your doors and windows locked, no matter how short the distance or how “safe” the neighborhood.
• When you’re coming to a stop, leave enough space to maneuver around other cars. If you sense trouble, this will allow you the room needed to get away.
• If a suspicious-looking person approaches your car, drive away carefully. In extreme situations, you might even consider going through a traffic light, as long as you can do so without causing an accident.

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Carjacking reduce your risk- Before you get in your car:

• Be alert to any activity near your car. Pay attention to your surroundings.
• When approaching your car, have your key in your hand, and check the back seat before you get in.
• If someone is loitering near your unoccupied car as you approach it, keep walking until the person leaves.
• Be wary of people asking for directions or handing out flyers. Trust your instincts – if something makes you feel uneasy, get into the car quickly, lock the doors and drive away.

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Where are you most at risk for a Carjacking?

• Intersections controlled by traffic lights or stop signs.
• Parking garages, shopping malls and grocery stores.
• Self-service gas stations and car washes.
• Automated teller machines (ATM’s)
• Residential driveways and streets as people get in and out of their cars.
• Highway exit and entry ramps, or other places where drivers slow down or stop.

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2282013

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Carjacking 

• It is often a crime of opportunity – a thief searching for the most vulnerable prey. Sometimes it’s part of another crime.
• Car thieves may find it easier to steal a car while the owner is there – with the keys in the ignition – than to break into a car, especially if the car has an alarm.
• Cars equipped with sophisticated, built-in alarm systems and theft-deterrent devices are becoming harder to steal.
• Cars, especially luxury models, provide quick cash for drug users and other criminals.
• Carjacking may be a rite of passage, an initiation act, or just a thrill for some.

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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 2/26/2013.

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REDUCE YOUR RISK OF CAR PROWLS

• When you exit or enter your parked vehicle, stop and take a look around the area.
• Before leaving your parked car, always remove the keys, roll up the windows and lock the car.
• Make a habit of locking your garage door and car doors.
• If possible, store your car in a closed and locked garage.
• If your car is stored in a carport or parked near your house, leave your exterior lights on throughout the night.

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Winter Driving Tips

• Never warm up a vehicle in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
• Make certain your tires are properly inflated.
• Never mix radial tires with other tire types.
• Keep your gas tank at least half full to avoid gas line freeze-up.
• If possible, avoid using your parking brake in cold, rainy and snowy weather.
• Do not use cruise control when driving on any slippery surface (wet, ice, sand).
• Always look and steer where you want to go.
• Use your seat belt every time you get into your vehicle.

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ATM Safety Tips

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There were NO Incident Reports taken by IITPSD for 2/20/2013.