Thursday, September 5, 2013
Bike thefts increasing in Fairfax County
According to the Post article Bike thefts on the rise in Fairfax County, bike thefts in Fairfax County rose 36% this year over last. It was a surprise to me that the McLean area was hit hard with 86 bikes stolen. It's best to always lock your bike, even if you're stopped for just a short while.From the article:
The McLean area, police said, appears to have taken a significant hit, with 86 bikes reported stolen.
Many of the bikes were taken when residents left their garage doors open. “Thieves simply seize the opportunity, take the bikes, and walk away,” police said in a news release.
Bike thefts in Arlington County are also on the rise, reaching an all-time high this year, police reported in August.
Authorities are urging residents to take the following precautions to prevent thefts:
• Keep garage doors closed, and don’t leave bikes outside for extended periods of time. “Thieves may be watching and may target ‘unused’ bikes,” police said.
• Invest in a hardened steel U-lock.
• Consider installing motion sensor lights or alarms on your property.
• Take a photo of your bike and record the serial number.
• Register your bicycle on the National Bike Registry.
•Report the stolen item online.
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