Police in Bethlehem and Easton are urging people with Hondas to be on alert after a recent uptick in thefts.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Authorities are urging Honda owners, especially those with newer models, to be on alert after they’ve received multiple reports of radar sensors being stolen.<\/p>\n
In Easton, police say they are investigating numerous thefts in the city’s West Ward.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, in Bethlehem, similar thefts have been reported in Center City, the Southside Business District and West Bethlehem.<\/p>\n
“That sensor is found behind the H emblem on the front grille of the vehicle. In just a couple of minutes, thieves can pop that emblem off and take the radar sensor behind it,” said Captain William Audelo with the City of Bethlehem Police Department.<\/p>\n
Thieves typically take these items to sell them. Removing the sensors disables safety features and results in costly repairs.<\/p>\n
Police are urging owners of these cars to take precautions.<\/p>\n
“The Honda owners can take precautions by being mindful of where you park. Park under a streetlight if possible. If you can park near or in front of a camera, that’s certainly beneficial,\u201d Audelo urged.<\/p>\n
\u201cIn addition, there is a safety bracket that can be purchased. We would certainly recommend that they reach out to a certified mechanic in order to do that, but that is just an extra step that can be taken,”\u00a0he added.<\/p>\n
If you do fall victim to theft, officials say you should contact police as well as your car dealership.<\/p>\n
“Unfortunately, if you do fall victim and get one stolen, come see an authorized Honda dealership. Insurance is covering these items under a full coverage insurance policy, so we’ve had about 6 or 7 people so far, and their insurance has taken care of it for them,\u201d said Anthony Sherman, general manager of Phillipsburg Easton Honda.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe’d be able to get it fixed pretty quickly for you and get you back safe,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
Anyone with information on the thefts or surveillance video is being asked to contact police.\u00a0<\/p>\n
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