Crime/Police
Attempted Theft From Parked Vehicles On The Increase, Police Confirm
There has been an increase in reports of individuals attempting to steal from parked vehicles, disclosed the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) on Monday.
A September 18 RVIPF statement advised residents to securely lock their vehicles and reports anyone acting in a suspiciously around parked vehicles.
There have been numerous reports of “individuals attempting to gain unauthorised access to vehicles by pulling at the exterior door handles within the Road Town area.”
RVIPF “strongly advises residents to take proactive measures to safeguard their vehicles by ensuring all doors and windows are securely locked, especially when left unattended in parking lots during the day and night.”
Residents are further asked to “ensure that valuables remain concealed from view, and to “be on the lookout for individuals loitering and acting suspiciously in or around parking lots.”
Persons with information can contact the Police on the 311-access number, “your cooperation is vital in maintaining the safety and security of our community,” the statement added.