Two Vehicles Stolen Due To Idling Engines – Caution Advised

The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force issues a stern warning to motorists following the recent theft of two vehicles, emphasizing the importance of avoiding leaving vehicles idling while attending to errands.

Superintendent Dwight Gardiner of Division B and Community Policing highlighted the risks associated with leaving vehicles running and unattended, stating, ‘As evidenced by the recent thefts, leaving vehicles running and unattended presents an opportunity for opportunistic thieves to strike.’

On April 05th, two motorists reported their vehicles stolen under similar circumstances. In the first incident, a black Honda Fit was stolen from a business place along the Millennium Highway, Blue Hills, while the driver was inside a bakery, leaving the engine idling. Similarly, a silver Nissan March motor car was stolen when the driver left it idling with the keys in the ignition to purchase water at a business establishment in Blue Hills.

Superintendent Gardiner urged drivers to remain vigilant and take necessary precautions to safeguard their vehicles and belongings, emphasizing simple measures such as turning off the engine, locking the doors, and taking the keys to significantly reduce the theft risk.

The RTCIPF calls upon the public to report any information regarding illegal activity by contacting the nearest police station, dialing 911, or reaching out to the Serious Crime Unit at 231-1842. Anonymous tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 or the CrimeStoppers P3 app.