 The Columbia Police Department appreciates that your time is priceless. You work hard to take care of your home, family and possessions, and that's why we'd like to remind you of a few safety tips to keep your valuables out of the hands of would-be criminals. These are simple steps that are even easier to remember every day. Step one, lock your vehicle, even if it's parked in your driveway. Step two, don't leave keys in the ignition and no idling. Don't hide extra keys inside your vehicle either. Step three, don't leave valuables in plain view. Lock them inside the trunk or barrier. Take them inside your home for safekeeping. And perhaps most importantly, do not leave your firearm loaded or unloaded inside your vehicle. Here in the City of Columbia, there's a high percentage of firearms stolen from cars that are subsequently used to commit a crime. Step four, if your budget allows, consider anti-death security devices such as alarms. But don't forget, if you live in the city, call us to report an auto-breaking or theft of your vehicle. Let us know about surveillance video if you have any. Documenting crimes can help us solve crimes. So spread these tips to your friends and family. And remember, criminal search for opportunities, so don't give them an open invitation to make your property their property. Follow us on social media at Columbia PDSC for more valuable safety tips and information.