As it gets colder outside, the Dallas Police Department would like to send out a brief reminder about the risk of leaving a vehicle unattended with the keys inside. Even though it is nice to get into a toasty warm car before you start your drive to work, it is not worth the cost of having your vehicle stolen. It is also a violation of Dallas City Code 28-76.5 to leave car keys in an unattended vehicle.

Please never leave your vehicle unattended with the keys in the ignition and be sure to lock your doors and keep the windows closed.