Take keys out of unattended cars to avoid theft: Saskatoon police

Saskatoon police issued a public advisory Tuesday, reminding drivers not to leave their keys inside vehicles.

It comes as Environment Canada forecasts cooler temperatures and heavy snowfall in Saskatoon and west-central Saskatchewan.

“If you leave your vehicle idling outdoors unattended, ensure the keys are not inside and the doors are locked,” police said in a media release.

Police suggest to stay with your vehicle if you can’t warm them up with the doors locked.

“If proper precautions are not taken, this could present a crime of opportunity for thieves,” the media release stated.

Anyone that sees suspicious activity around vehicles is asked to contact the non-emergency police line at 306-975-8300.