News Release - Winnipeg Police Service

Friday, October 17th, 2014     Crime Prevention Starts with a Game Plan Together we Can Reduce Thefts from Vehicles   Winnipeg Jets fans attending tonight's home opener will likely spot Winnipeg Police Service members in and around the MTS Centre providing tips on how to protect their vehicles from vandalism and theft.  Thefts from motor vehicles are by far the most common crime reported to police every day.  By taking a few simple precautions, citizens can reduce the risk of becoming a victim of a vehicle break-in.   Remember: Lock you doors and close your windows Remove valuables Park in well-lit areas and Report suspicious activity. As part of our on-going efforts toward crime prevention, members from Community Relations, Community Support and our Volunteers and Cadets, will be partnering with the Downtown BIZ to provide tips and distribute pamphlets to members of the public.  Officers, who will be in various parkades and parking lots around the MTS Centre, will be available to speak directly with citizens on ways they can reduce the likelihood of becoming a victim of property crime.   We All Have a Role to Play in Crime Prevention   Further crime prevention information is available on our website under the Crime Prevention tab at the top of the page or here:   http://winnipeg.ca/police/TakeAction/auto_theft.stm     For further information contact either: Constable Jason Michalyshen, Public Information Officer Constable Eric Hofley, Public Information Officer Detective Sergeant Natalie Aitken, Public Information Officer Phone: (204) 986-3061 | Fax: (204) 986-3267 | Email: WPS-PIO@Winnipeg.ca Share this mailing with your social network by clicking on the appropriate link:       Related Winnipeg Police Service Report a Crime Online Crime Stoppers CrimeStat Unsubscribe If you do not want to receive these emails anymore, unsubscribe. Please do not reply to this email. This e-mail was sent from a notification-only address and replies are not monitored. Mailing address: City of Winnipeg, 510 Main Street, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, R3B 1B9 Privacy Statement The City of Winnipeg values your privacy. We do not sell or share your personal information with third parties. You are receiving this email as a result of your signing up for the Winnipeg Police Service Email News list offered on the City of Winnipeg website. You may unsubscribe or change your subscription options at any time.