Local police warn of an uptick in the number of stolen vehicles and items stolen from vehicles in the Town of Herndon.
In a statement, the Herndon Police Department encouraged residents to lock their cars, take valuables inside and avoid leaving the car running when drivers or passengers are not inside.
County officials encouraged residents to take the following steps to protect their vehicles:
- Install an anti-theft system in your vehicle
- Etch your car’s vehicle identification number on each window
- On an incline, leave your vehicle in park or in gear with the wheels turned toward the curb or another obstruction
- Keep vehicle locked at all times, even when driving
Police indicated that most of the incidents reported in the last week were avoidable.
Photo via Unsplash
Recent Stories
Taim Mediterranean Kitchen is officially open in Reston (Photo courtesy taim). Taim Mediterranean Kitchen in Reston has permanently closed just four months after its opening. The New York-based chain, known…
Cat (staff photo by Vernon Miles) Cat declawing to be banned in Virginia — “Veterinarians will not be allowed to declaw cats in Virginia starting in July, unless there are certain…
The Knutson Companies is thrilled to announce new opportunities for Loudoun County living with the release of a new section of rooftop terrace townhomes and a brand new community of…
Lake Anne Plaza in Reston (staff photo by James Jarvis) The Lake Anne Plaza summer concert series is making a comeback after a five-year break. Beginning on Wednesday, June 12,…
