There were over 200 vehicle thefts reported in Mississauga and Brampton in the last 30 days.
Peel Regional Police recorded 229 vehicle thefts across Mississauga and Brampton between Sept. 12 and Oct. 12, according to the force’s online crime mapping portal. That works out to about seven incidents per day.
Mississauga had the most with 133 incidents, followed by Brampton with 94. Two more were recorded in Toronto.
Here is a map of where the vehicles were stolen in the last 30 days:
Automobiles made up most of the stolen vehicles at 157 (about 69 per cent), followed by 48 trucks (21 per cent) and 19 motorcycles (8 per cent). Five were listed as other motor vehicles.
Among the entries reviewed, several were on streets in the Pearson airport area. Two cars were stolen from Viscount Road, on Sept. 17 and Sept. 25. Others were reported on Terminal Three Road (Sept. 29) and Sismet Road (Oct. 4).
Here are some stolen vehicle stories in the last few months:
Peel police have shared helpful tips to prevent individuals from falling victim to auto thefts:
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If possible, park your vehicle in a locked garage, as the majority of the vehicles have been stolen from driveways.
Use a steering wheel lock. It will also act as a visible deterrent.
Install a lock on the data port. This simple device can be purchased online and blocks access to the computer port where the thieves gain access to reprogram the vehicle’s keys.
Consider purchasing a quality video surveillance system.
Ensure cameras are properly placed and functioning for day and night use. Familiarize yourself with the system so it can be reviewed and accessed immediately.
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