City of Olivette Police Department

How to Protect Yourself in a Parking Garage

• If you must leave a key with a parking attendant, leave only your vehicle's ignition key. Do not leave anything attached to it with your name and address. '

• Don't park next to a van's sliding door.

• Change from high heels to low fiats or even sneakers when leaving work. They are better to run in.

• At night, leave your office or building in the company of others. Don't leave alone after dark. If possible, have someone from your building security escort you, or call for police assistance.

• Approach your vehicle with your keys already in your hand.

• Look around your vehicle for any suspicious activity. If you see someone loitering around your vehicle, walk past until they leave.

• Do a quick scan of your vehicle's interior before unlocking the door. Be sure to look in the back seat.

• Keep your doors locked and your windows shut.

• Be suspicious of anyone approaching your vehicle, whether passing out leaflets or asking for donations. Always leave the car windows up.