How to Protect Yourself in a Parking Lots

• If you must leave a key with a parking attendant, leave only your vehicle's ignition key. Do not leave anything attached to it with your name and address.
• Don't park next to a van's sliding door.
• Change from high heels to low flats or even sneakers when leaving work.  They are better to run in.
• At night, leave your office or building in the company of others.  Don't leave alone after dark.  If possible, have someone from your building security escort you, or call for police assistance.
• Approach your vehicle with your keys already in your hand.
• Look around your vehicle for any suspicious activity.  If you see someone loitering around your vehicle, walk past until they leave.
• Do a quick scan of your vehicle's interior before unlocking the door. Be sure to look in the back seat.
• Keep your doors locked and your windows shut.
• Be suspicious of anyone approaching your vehicle, whether passing out leaflets or asking for donations.  Always leave the car windows up.