Vehicle Prowls

Thieves simply go for what they can see, and can quickly notice an unlocked car door during a slow drive-by or walk-by scan.

In most cases, stolen property from a vehicle prowl is not recovered, because most victims don't provide the police department with the serial number on their property and/or the crime goes unreported. Serial numbers, if provided, can be entered into a National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database which allows police departments nationwide to identify your stolen property, if recovered.

Vehicle prowls are one of the most preventable crimes. 

TIPS:       

      - Lock your vehicles, roll up all windows, secure tool boxes.

      - Park your vehicle in well lighted area. (Install a motion sensitive light).

      - Keep valuables in your car out of sight (GPS/Satellite Radios/Gifts).

      - DO NOT leave firearms in your vehicle.

      - Remove the garage door opener from your car. It could give thieves easy access to your home.

Actions to be taken by you:

- If you observe a vehicle prowl in progress DO NOT confront the prowler.

- Call 9-1-1 immediately.

- Get a good description: Height/Weight/Clothing/Anything that makes them stand out/direction of travel.

***Basicly, if you want to keep your property DO NOT leave it in your vehicle. 

The Raymond Police Department is dedicated to keeping the citizens and property of the community safe.  With the help of citizens like you, Raymond will remain a safe and friendly place to live.