Police are warning Ford F Series truck owners to be wary after a number of recent thefts.
If you own a Ford F Series pickup truck, you better keep a close eye on it.
Since the beginning of the new year areas in the South Okanagan have seen an increase in break-ins and theft of vehicles.
The South Okanagan RCMP detachments have been busy investigating a rash of stolen pickup trucks in the area in the past few weeks. Thieves appear to be targeting the Ford F250 and F350 pickup trucks. The crimes are occurring in the early morning hours between 2 am and 6 am with some occurring during day time involving residential break-ins.
These incidents are believed to be connected and associated with thefts from businesses and residences occurring. ATVs, trailers, personal belongings and expensive machinery have been stolen. No arrests have been made but local area investigators have been working together linking the crimes and have identified persons of interest. Police are looking for anyone that may have witnessed any suspicious activities that may lead to the arrest of the perpetrators. Areas of interest are Princeton, Oliver, Osoyoos, Keremeos and Okanagan Falls.
The RCMP is reminding owners of Ford F Series pick-up trucks, to please take precautions to ensure your vehicles are secure, making it more difficult for them to be stolen. There are many ways available to assist in deterring a potential thief, including but not limited to instruments similar to a “club” or engine immobilizer.If you notice someone or a vehicle that looks out of place take note of descriptions and record licence plate numbers and contact your local RCMP or Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 with any information regarding these crimes or any other crimes.
