Vehicle Break-ins at Prairie Oaks Metro Park

Today there were two vehicles broken into at Prairie Oaks Metro Park.  While theft from vehicle is our most frequent law enforcement issue, it is not a problem isolated to Metro Parks.  In fact parks, gyms, and rec centers all across Central Ohio are having issues with theft from vehicles.  These places are targeted by thieves because people don't like to take their belongings on the trails, or into the gym, or to the pool, and leave them in their cars.  To help combat these thieves, please do not leave belongings in your vehicle.  This includes not only purses, briefcases and electronics, but ANY bag or item that looks like it could hold an item of value. Thieves have smashed windows to gain access to diaper bags and grocery tote bags, thinking they may hold items of value.  In some instances, change in the cup holder was the only item taken, or available to take for that matter.  Victims are left paying the deductible for a smashed window, which was broken out for $3.00 in change.  Click here for an information regarding keeping you and your valuables safe at your Metro Parks.