Protect your ride and what's inside while holiday shopping



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In this season of giving and sharing, don't give burglars and thieves a chance to take

              Protect your vehicle and what's inside while holiday shopping

(AUSTIN, Texas – November 20, 2018) If motorists aren’t careful, some of the best deals on Black Friday won’t even be inside the store – they’ll be sitting right out front in the parking lot.

“Increased holiday crowds represent an irresistible target for criminals,” said Auto Burglary and Theft Prevention Authority (ABTPA) Board Chairman and Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Tommy Hansen. “Making a habit of following these simple crime prevention tips now can benefit you year-round.”

ABTPA, a division of the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, offers these simple precautions to combat theft and keep your holiday shopping season joyous.

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