Alberta RCMP gives anti-theft ‘9 p.m. routine’ reminder

Police say the “9 p.m. routine checklist” should include:

locking your doors at night, even if you live in a small town;
locking your garage or shed;
ensuring all yard tools and recreational equipment is safely stored, preferably in a locked garage or shed;
removing all keys from vehicles and locking the doors; securely store any off-highway vehicles;
consider installing a home alarm; if you already have one, set your alarm before going to sleep;
use motion sensor lights on the exterior of your property.

The RCMP says those with a seasonal property or trailer can follow a checklist, too.

That includes:

using motion sensor lights on your property, especially at the entryways or near your shed or garage;
using a hitch lock and ensure it is properly secured;
removing the battery from your trailer when you leave for an extended period;
ensuring all tools and recreational items are securely stored once you are done with them;
ensuring your vehicle is locked and the keys and garage door opener are removed.
ensuring your garage or shed is locked each night.

For more tips, the Alberta RCMP can be followed on the X platform and on Facebook.

by Eli J. Ridder