Tweet two, 8:59 a.m.: Just in case you hadn't really thought about the type of person who steals things from cars, you should know: They're not very nice.FACT: There have been 105 vehicle trespasses in Boulder since 9/1/12. FACT: 102 of those cars were left unlocked. Please lock your doors.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
Tweet three, 9 a.m.: What's the matter with you people? Do you have so many expensive gadgets that you can afford to have them ripped off without giving it a second thought?FACT: Criminals are opportunists, & look for easy targets.Don't advertise your valuables by leaving them in view. And, please lock your car.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
Tweet four, 9:01 a.m.: We have a feeling you people aren't listening. And we've got enough paperwork already, thank you very much!FACT: It only takes a second to lock your car. It's time well spent if you want to keep your iPad and your cell phone. Please lock your car.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
Tweet five, 9:01 a.m.: Did we mention that crooks are bad? We did? Well, they are. Very bad. And by the way, if you think you're getting your stuff back -- ever -- think again.FACT: It takes longer to file a police report than it does to lock your car. Please lock your car.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
Tweet six, 9:02 a.m.: Okay, maybe you're going to lock your car -- but your stupid friends probably won't.FACT: Items stolen from cars aren't often recovered. Ever. Criminals sell them to other criminals. Please lock your car.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
FACT: BPD would appreciate it if you would RT these tips to others. Thank you, and please lock your car.
— Kim Kobel (@boulderpolice) September 19, 2012
Whew! Glad they got that out of their system. Now, I wonder...did I lock my car?
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