Auto theft incidents in 2009 dropped an amazing 12% in the Lower Mainland and 15% province-wide compared with the same period last year.
In spite of increases in population and vehicles, auto theft has decreased by 61% in the Lower Mainland and 55% in the province over the past six years. Other factors contributing to the decrease are the higher priority of auto theft to police and the public, targeting of prolific offenders by many jurisdictions, increased use of anti theft devices, and improved court sentencing. Auto theft and vehicle break-in statistics by region are available for viewing by clicking here.
The Lower Mainland of British Columbia includes 19 municipalities from Hope, Chilliwack and Mission to UBC, Vancouver and the North Shore.
