Continuing its effort to prevent vehicle theft crime across the City of Bellevue, the Bellevue Police Department (BPD) will hold another Steering Wheel Lock Giveaway event this Saturday from 12:00-4:00pm at the Department’s Crossroads Police Substation. The event is open to all motorists wishing to protect their vehicles from theft.
WHAT: Steering Wheel Lock Giveaway
WHEN: 12:00-4:00pm, April 20, 2024
WHERE: 15600 NE 8th Street, Bellevue, WA 98008 (Next to Planet Fitness)
These events are part of a larger effort to reduce the number of thefts of vehicles throughout the Puget Sound region after a popular online trend particularly caused thefts of KIA and Hyundai vehicles to increase. Owners attending Saturday’s event will receive a FREE wheel lock as well as be given crime prevention information for their vehicle. No appointment is necessary, and locks will be provided on a first-come, first-served basis. There is a one-lock limit per person.
The Giveaway Program remains very popular for residents and families across Bellevue. During last month’s Giveaway at Factoria Mall, more than 237 locks were provided – with more than 700 locks given away to individuals throughout the entirety of the Program to date.
Additionally, owners of KIA and Hyundai vehicles may be eligible for a free software upgrade from the manufacturer. The Bellevue Police Department strongly urges owners to use this upgrade as well as take these measures that could reduce their chances of becoming a victim of theft by considering the following:
- Have all recall work and software updates performed by an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
- Use a steering wheel lock.
- Consider purchasing an alarm system.
- Place a tracking device, such as an AirTag, in your vehicle to aid in recovery.
If you are an owner of a KIA or Hyundai, please use the QR Code below to see if your vehicle is eligible for a software upgrade.
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