Reduce the risk. Reduce the opportunity.
Recently targeted vehicles in the GTA include:
• Honda CRV
• Honda Civic
• Lexus RX350
• Ford F-150
• Acura RDX
• Land Rover/ Range Rover
• Jeep Grand Cherokee
• Toyota Highlander
• Jeep Wrangler
• Toyota RAV4
Vehicle theft has increased significantly in the GT A recently
ONLINE REPORTING
Reporting a stolen vehicle
Provide the following vehicle information:
• Make, model, year and colour(s)
• License plate number
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Description of any unique markings (ex. dents, scratches, stickers, etc.)
• Serial numbers of any special equipment
If your vehicle ignition was tampered with, it is considered an attempted theft of vehicle.
Please call our non-emergency line at
416-808-2222 to report the incident.
Was your vehicle broken into?
If property was stolen from your vehicle, go on line and visit the link below and file a Theft From Vehicle Under $5,000 report. If the value of the loss is greater than $5,000, call police.
Include the following information in your report (answer the five W's):
- A detailed description of what happened, including a suspect description, if available
- The date and time you believe it occurred
- The address where the theft occurred, plus any relevant site details where the vehicle was parked (ex. parking spot number; parking/underground garage; driveway; or garage)
- The point of entry to your vehicle
- A detailed description of the stolen property including serial numbers (if applicable)
- Include whether video surveillance cameras were present at the scene
What can you do to reduce the risk of vehicle theft?
ALWAYS
- Lock your vehicle
- Park in a garage when possible
- Use a Faraday bag or box to store your keys
- Consider a steering wheel locking device, vehicle tracking system, mobile tracking tags, OBD port lock or an ignition kill switch
- Park in well-lit areas
- When parking, turn wheels towards the curb - makes it harder to tow
NEVER
- Leave your vehicle running and unattended
- Leave your keys in the ignition
- Leave original ownership or insurance cards in the vehicle
- Hide a spare key in your vehicle
- Leave valuable items visible in your vehicle
Download the brochure
By implementing these precautions you can reduce the risk of theft to your vehicle
PREVENTION IS THE KEY
In an emergency dial: 9-1-1
For non-emergency service: (416) 808-2222