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Bicycle thefts have been increasing
from January to the end of November 2024 （ The number of bicycle thefts in the city ） is 98, an increase of 37 compared to the same period last year.
Bicycles are easy and convenient vehicles for commuting ・ to school, shopping, etc., but they can easily be stolen if left on the street or parked without being locked. Bicycle theft is often taken lightly compared to other types of theft, but if a bicycle is stolen when it is supposed to be parked, it can be a major disruption to daily life. Stolen bicycles can also be used for crimes such as purse-snatching.

○ Characteristics of bicycle theft
Bicycles parked not only at bicycle parking lots in front of train stations and other places and at stores where people go out, but also in the premises of detached houses and condominiums ・ Bicycles parked in the parking lots of apartment buildings have been stolen, most of which are unlocked.

○ Bicycle theft prevention measures
・ Be sure to lock your bicycle even in residential premises and bicycle parking areas. Also, always lock your bicycle when you leave it, even for a short time.
・ In addition to the standard lock, use a high security auxiliary lock. Alternatively, change to a high security lock to increase the effectiveness of the security.
・ Be sure to register your bicycle for crime prevention.

Disaster Prevention Division

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