February 12, 2009

Security Services wishes to inform the College Community of several recent vehicle break-ins on campus

Cars break in statistics: 

Mount Royal College
 Vehicle Break Ins
2007- 17
2008- 14
2009- 06

City of Calgary
Vehicle Break Ins
2007- 9269
2008- 9239

Parking Lot Safety Suggestions

• Hide or remove your valuables when leaving your car.
• At night, try to park under a street light.
• Check your surroundings to make sure they look safe before you get in/out of the car.
• Always take the most brightly lit path to and from your car.
• Check the front and back seats to make sure no one is hiding inside.
• Lock your doors once you get inside the car.
• If someone suspicious approaches you, honk your horn and flash the lights to draw attention.
• If your sixth instinct suggests danger when you are parking or coming back to your car, leave the area until you're sure it is safe.
• Use a steering wheel locking device (the club).
• Car alarms add an extra layer of security.
• While on campus, park close, if possible look for a roof camera, normally if you can see the camera it can see you and your vehicle.
• Never hide a spare key in your car.
• Report any suspicious activity or crimes in progress to Campus Security

Security Services 403-440-6897
Calgary Police Services (non emergency) 403-266-1234