This morning the Snohomish County
Sheriff’s Office issued a warning via Twitter and Facebook that car prowls are
up in the county. While not providing specifics, it pointed out that car
prowlers like to target cars parked at trailheads, parks, and beaches.
For some time, local police
agencies have been encouraging drivers to not leave anything in view when they
park their vehicles. The thinking is that car prowlers will break into a
vehicle if they see anything inside and will not if there is nothing in view.
Car prowlers will take anything,
but a bonus is when they can take a purse or wallet. They can spend the cash
and conduct ID theft with credit cards and checks. If you do find that someone
has stolen your credit cards or checkbook, you need to act to protect yourself
from further theft. For guidance on what to do check out this link,
Identity theft Resource Center:
Here is how you can
prevent car prowls,
Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office:
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