Vehicle thefts are an unfortunate common occurrence. However, the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï has recently received multiple reports of car thefts in the past few weeks.

A Hyundai Accent was stolen from the parking lot south of Campus Commons, but was later recovered by police.

In recent weeks, the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Police received two reports of attempted motor vehicle thefts in Q-Lot by Tobey-Kendel Hall and I-Lot near North and South Hall. Not only did both reports involve Hyundai Accents, but the windows and ignition switches were found broken.

ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Parking Services is encouraging students to use anti-theft devices such as steering wheel locks, a brake locking system, wheel clamps, GPS tracking devices, or a hidden battery disconnect switch.

Parking services have steering wheel and pedal locks available for students to use for free.

If you encounter any suspicious activity, call the ÍøÆØ³Ô¹Ï Police at 970-351-2245 or contact them through the Guardian App.