SPRINGBORO — Officers are warning people not to leave their vehicles running unattended during cold weather.
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The Springboro Police Department wrote in a social media post that an unlocked car “is one of the easiest targets for theft.”
This comes as a stretch of cold temperatures moves into the region over the next several days.
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The department said people should never leave their vehicle unattended, even “just for a minute.”
They issued these tips:
- Don’t leave your car running while you go back inside
- Always lock your vehicle when warming it up
- Stay with your vehicle if it’s running
- Use remote start if you have it—keys stay with you
- Warm up from inside whenever possible
The department stated that by staying alert and taking precautions, the community can help prevent vehicle thefts.
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