Officials with Chatham-Kent Crime Stoppers says incidents of bicycle thefts have been steadily rising across the Municipality.
Crime Stoppers officials say in most cases the bicycles have been left unlocked, making them an easy
target for thieves.
“Although a lock is not a complete deterrent for a thief it is still best way to ensure that your bicycle is not stolen,” Crime Stoppers officials said in a press release.
“Putting it indoors in a locked shed or your basement are also good ways to keep your bike safe. Many times bicycles are recovered and the police cannot return the bicycle back to the owners because the owner failed to keep record of the serial number, or take photos of the bike to prove ownership.”
If you know of anyone who is stealing bicycles or where some stolen items are being stored call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 and you could earn a cash reward.
Call Crime Stoppers at 519-351-8477, or 1-800-222-8477, text CRIMES (274637) keyword CKCS, or visit
www.crime-stoppers.on.ca and email your tip.
Crime Stoppers guarantees your anonymity, they never ask for your name or your phone number.
They pay cash for your tips.
