Full Notification

“Lock It or Lose It” Press Conference

Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 9:00 am

Dearborn Administration Center

Dearborn, MI. —
On Wednesday, June 14, 2017 at 9:00 AM a press conference will be held at Dearborn Administration Center (16901 Michigan Avenue) in the Atrium to showcase a crime prevention initiative aimed at reducing the number of larcenies from motor vehicles that occur.  On average the City of Dearborn experiences almost 700 larcenies from vehicles in a year.  A review revealed that almost 75% of these crimes involved unlocked vehicles.  Several communities have been able to reduce the number of larcenies through a crime prevention initiative aimed at reminding citizens to “Lock It or Lose It”.  The basics of the initiative are simple: first, whenever possible, don’t leave valuables in unattended vehicles.  It is highly recommend that you remove them from the vehicle, or lock them in the trunk.  At the very least, do not leave valuables inside a vehicle in clear sight.  Second, always lock unattended vehicles.  Finally, residents should quickly notify police of any suspicious activity. It is the assistance of our residents that allows us to catch most criminals that break into cars. Do not hesitate, report it.  Due to the success of this initiative last year the Dearborn Police will once again focus efforts on this community awareness program.
 
The campaign includes the use of billboards, TV ads, posters, flyers and neighborhood foot patrols.  The initiative will run from Memorial Day through Labor Day as we see an increase in these crimes during the warmer months.
 
Please join Mayor John B. O’Reilly and Chief Ronald Haddad as they recognize corporate sponsors who will also be in attendance at this press conference.