Pennsylvania Auto Theft Prevention Authority

08/27/2026

Vehicle theft prevention is a community effort.
Share these simple reminders with family and friends:
• Lock your vehicle.
• Never leave it running unattended.
• Report suspicious activity.
• Stay alert.
Working together helps create safer communities for everyone.

08/25/2026

🚨 Quick Safety Check
Before you walk away from your vehicle, take five seconds to ask:
✔️ Keys with me?
✔️ Doors locked?
✔️ Windows closed?
✔️ Valuables hidden?
Five seconds today could save you from a major headache tomorrow.

08/20/2026

🚘 Vehicle Security Starts With You
Technology helps, but good habits are still your best defense.
Remember to:
• Lock your doors
• Close your windows
• Keep valuables out of sight
• Stay aware of your surroundings
Small actions help keep your vehicle safe.

08/20/2026

Our condolences to the greater Lehigh Valley community for the loss of a dedicated, honorable public servant.

The PDAA sends condolences to the friends, family, fellow prosecutors, and the many people whose lives were impacted by Jim Martin, former Lehigh County District Attorney, who died this weekend. Jim was a dedicated public servant with more than 30 years as a prosecutor and nearly 50 years as a trial attorney. His initiatives to fight crime and advocate for victims brought justice to the citizens of Lehigh County and beyond.

Jim was a leader within the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Association and the Pennsylvania District Attorneys Institute. He will be remembered as an effective community leader and a role model and mentor to many.

08/18/2026

Leaving a vehicle running while you "just run inside" creates an opportunity for theft.
If you're getting out—even for a moment:

🔑 Turn it off.
🚪 Lock it.
🗝️ Take your keys.

Protect your vehicle by removing the opportunity.

08/13/2026

🚙 Parking Smart Matters

Whenever possible:
• Park in well-lit areas.
• Choose spaces with plenty of foot traffic.
• If available, use attended or monitored parking.

Making your vehicle less appealing to thieves starts before you even leave it.

08/11/2026

Many vehicle thefts occur because the owner unintentionally leaves an easy opportunity.

Before walking away, ask yourself:
✅ Is it locked?
✅ Are the windows up?
✅ Did I take my keys?

A quick check can help prevent a costly mistake.

08/06/2026

🔑 Your key fob is valuable—protect it.
Modern vehicles are more convenient than ever, but key fobs can also be targeted by thieves.
Remember:
• Never leave your key fob inside your vehicle.
• Store spare keys in a secure location.
• Always lock your vehicle, even at home.
A little caution goes a long way.

08/04/2026

🚗 Think your neighborhood is too safe for vehicle theft?
Most vehicle thefts happen because criminals find an easy opportunity—not because of where you live.
Stay one step ahead:
• Lock your vehicle
• Remove valuables
• Never leave your keys inside
Opportunity is what thieves are looking for. Don't provide it.

07/31/2026

🔐 Locking your vehicle takes seconds. Recovering a stolen one can take weeks.
Before you walk away, double-check:
✔️ Doors locked
✔️ Windows closed
✔️ Keys in your pocket
✔️ Valuables out of sight
Simple habits are your first line of defense against vehicle theft.