Motorcycle and Scooter Thefts

In recent months, thieves have stolen numerous sport style motorcycles and scooters throughout Boca Raton.  The majority of the thefts have occurred from apartment complexes on weekend nights. Motorcycles and scooters are lightweight, require little effort to move, and typically have minimal anti-theft devices. This, combined with the amount of anonymity and poor lighting often found in apartment complex parking lots, presents an attractive target for thieves. In order to reduce the risk of your motorcycle or scooter being stolen, please take the following precautions:

Make sure your motorcycle/scooter is parked in a well-lit area.

Lock forks or discs with locks that have a large bright colored tag to remind you of the lock and to make the lock more visible to thieves.

Lock your ignition.

Secure your motorcycle/scooter while it's parked by locking several together or locking it to a secure object that can't be dismantled.

Add an audible alarm and/or a tracking system to your motorcycle/scooter.

For more information contact the Boca Raton Police Services Department Crime Prevention Unit at 561-347-3938 or CrimePreventionUnit@myboca.us