Lock It or Lose It!

10 Seconds is All it Takes

Lock It or Lose It!

  • In 2020, there were 2,520 vehicle break-ins reported to Raleigh Police.
  • 96% of these vehicles had no visible damage to the vehicle, indicating they were most likely unlocked.
  • In 2020, there were 211 firearms stolen from vehicles during the crime of Larceny from Motor Vehicle.
  • One hundred five vehicles were stolen by suspects when they located a key inside the vehicle.
  • The majority of vehicles had a bag, purse or other item of perceived value visible from the outside.
  • 53% of the targeted vehicles were located at single family homes or apartment complexes.

Citizens are encouraged to lock their vehicles and remove valuables, especially firearms, or risk losing them to theft.

Contact

 

General Police Information and Questions
919-996-3335

Non-Emergency Police Response
919-831-6311

Emergency Police Response
9-1-1

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