Motorcycle Thefts on Rise in Prince William County: Police

MANASSAS, VA — Prince William County Police have noticed a recent uptick in motorcycle thefts, with most occurring in the eastern end of the county.

Police say most of the thefts occur during the evening or in the early morning.

As such, police have released some tips about safeguarding one's motorcycle:

MAKE YOUR MOTORCYCLE TOUGH TO STEAL
The more time a thief has to spend stealing a motorcycle, the greater the chance of detection.
That’s why thieves are looking for the easy, unprotected target - it’s faster. Use the “Layered
Approach” to protection:

Layer 1: Common Sense Tips
• Lock your motorcycle.
• Don’t leave the keys in the ignition or the motor running.
• If possible, store your motorcycle in your home, apartment or garage.
• Lock your motorcycle to a fixed immovable object.
• Don’t lock your motorcycle in the same location all the time.
• Lock motorcycles that are being transported on trailers or the back of truck beds.
• Always secure accessories and components.

Layer 2: High – Security Locks / Visible & Audible Deterrents
For the best protection always use a high-security U-lock or chain. Some examples of different
types of locks and other devices are listed below.
• Rotor Lock
• Rotor Lock Pack
• Concrete Anchor Hold
• New York Lock
• New York Chain
• Lockable Motorcycle Cover

Layer 3: Vehicle Immobilizers
• Alarm & Pager Combo
• Two – way FM Alarm

Layer 4: Tracking System
• GPS Recovery System

If you know anything about motorcycle theft, the theft of motorcycle parts, chop-shop activity,
and/or theft rings, contact the Virginia Help Eliminate Auto Theft program (H.E.A.T) at 1-800-
947-HEAT (4328). You could earn up to $25,000 and can always remain anonymous.
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