Glasgow police investigating increase in vehicle thefts

GLASGOW, Ky. – The Glasgow Police Department says it is seeing an increase in vehicle thefts recently.

Police are offering the following safety tips:

• Keep your vehicle locked at all times, even while driving. Unlocked doors are easy targets.
• When parked, never leave your keys in the car. Ensure windows are fully closed to prevent a thief from trying to open the door from the inside.
• Never leave your car running and unattended. Even if your doors are locked, a carjacker only has to break a window to get in.
• Avoid leaving valuables inside your vehicle. Keep high-value items like phones, purses, or other valuables hidden. Put valuables in your trunk before you get where you’re going.
• Know where you’re going. Avoid known high crime areas even if the alternate route takes longer.
• Install an anti-theft system in your vehicle if it doesn’t have one.
• Park it in a well-lit area if possible.
• Look around, especially in garages, parking lots and gas stations. If you notice someone loitering, consider moving your car.
• On an incline, leave your car in park or in gear with the wheels turned toward the curb or some other obstruction. This makes it harder for thieves to tow your vehicle.

The Glasgow Police Department asks that you report any suspicious activity by calling them at 270-651-6165 or 270-651-5151. The Glasgow Police Department also has a tip line at tips@cityofglasgow.gov to report any suspicious activity.