Introduce the “Lock It, Hide It, Keep It” Billboard Publicly Thank Sponsors and Partners NR11264kr

What:
News Conference – LAPD Devonshire Area

When:
December 7, 2011
1 p.m.

Where:
10212 Topanga Canyon Blvd
Chatsworth, CA 91311
Who:
LAPD Commander, Acting Dep. Chief Jorge Villegas, Operations Valley Bureau
LAPD Commander Sharon Papa, Operations Valley Bureau
LAPD Commander James Cansler, Operations Valley Bureau
LAPD Captain Kris Pitcher, Devonshire Area
LAPD Captain Maureen Ryan, Devonshire Area
LAPD Captain Ivan Minsal, Valley Traffic Division
LAPD Lieutenant James Setzer, Operations Valley Bureau
LAPD Sergeant Nate Banry, Operations Valley Bureau
LAPD Sergeant Sonia Monico, Operations Valley Bureau
Why:
On November 8, 2011, CBS Outdoor donated an advertising billboard located on Topanga Canyon Blvd south of Devonshire St.  The billboard signifies the partnership between several local companies and the LAPD. With help from these companies, the ‘Lock It, Hide It, Keep It’ safety program can be seen throughout the valley.

This partnership has been very successful within LAPD’s Valley Bureau, and has contributed to the reduction of Burglary from Motor Vehicles (BFMV) by 13% in 2010 and 13 % as of November 26, 2011.

The message is twofold.  To prevent yourself from becoming a victim of a property crime, take a little extra effort and a few extra minutes to, “Lock It Hide It Keep It.”  And, The LAPD would like to thank and acknowledge the community members for their support of the “Lock It, Hide It, Keep It” safety program.  

For further information contact Operations Valley Bureau Sgt II Nate Banry at 818-644-8075.