While many auto thefts are out of the owner’s control, upgrading your car with additional security measures may provide peace of mind. Here are some ways to curb theft and protect your vehicle this summer.

1. Install a steering wheel lock: Steering wheel locks are one of the best ways to deter someone from potentially stealing your car. With dozens of affordable options on the market, curbing auto theft has never been easier. Be sure to do your research to find the device that best suits your needs.
2. Install a kill switch: Kill switch devices can prevent your car engine from starting if someone attempts to steal your vehicle. A kill switch is an electrical switch installed in a hard-to-find location that only the vehicle owner should know. When the switch is turned off, it does not allow the vehicle to operate. Be sure to have a reputable car dealer or mechanic install the device.
3. Upgrade your alarm system: Most cars have alarms that alert the driver of a possible intrusion. If you’re looking for an affordable upgrade, a motion sensor or shock alarm can provide an extra layer of security on your vehicle.
4. Contact your insurer: No matter how minor the incident, give your insurance company a call. Insurance providers such as Belairdirect will be able to advise you on how to proceed and can help you make a claim if you need to.

Ultimately, there is not one right way to protect your car from theft. However, layering these tips and staying vigilant can give you the tools to help deter it. If your vehicle gets stolen, always remember to report it to the police and your insurance provider as soon as possible.

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The first pedestrian was travelling from east to west, at 7656, des Laurentides Boulevard, which is located between Riopelle and Rémillard streets, in Auteuil. The driver was heading south when the collision occurred.

“Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) maneuvers were attempted when help arrived, but the death of the victim was confirmed on the spot,” confirmed the Service de police de Laval (SPL) spokesperson, Stéphanie Beshara. “The victim was a 61-year-old man.”

Critical Condition

The second incident took place on Cartier Boulevard.

A 37-year-old woman was crossing Cartier Boulevard to get to that terminus of the same name. However, she was hit by a vehicle travelling east.

The SPL said the victim’s in serious condition, and that we fear for her life. The driver, in her 40s, was treated for a nervous shock.

For both cases, the SPL favours the thesis of accidental events.

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The scene occurred around 4:16 p.m., time of the 911 call, yesterday afternoon, in the busy sector of Laval-des-Rapides.

An 81-year-old man, with a 54-year-old passenger by his side, was trying to park his car at the supermarket.

Wanting to position himself to immobilize his car in a parking space, the man first backed into a car, already parked behind him, and inside which was a lady.

In panic, the driver then made a turn, and pressed the accelerator, hitting a 41-year-old woman who was on the road.

She ended up on her hood, while the 81-year-old man then hit two other vehicles, as well as a 68-year-old person. He then hit the two posts installed in front of the main entrance to the business.

It propelled the 41-year-old woman to the ground, the latter finding herself in an unfortunate position, partially lying under the engine block of the vehicle, which then smashed the front doors in its tracks.

Intervention

Arriving on site at 4:20 p.m., barely four minutes after the 911 call, the eight firefighters required for the intervention, two units from Laval’s Fire and Safety Department, quickly gave first aid to the victim.

In addition to experiencing severe nervous shock, the victim suffered very serious arm fractures, and facial lacerations.

After stabilizing the victim, firefighters were able to hand her over quickly, at 4:23 p.m., to the Urgences-santé paramedics, so that she could be transported to a hospital. Luckily, her condition remains stable.

As for the other two people injured, they were both treated at the scene for minor injuries.

The scene was then entrusted to officers from the Service de police de Laval (SPL), to investigate the circumstances of that spectacular accident.

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This will cause complete night closures on an irregular basis until Dec. 5.

Traffic Management

During complete closures in both directions, a detour for drivers will be offered via Highway 19.

Heavy vehicles will instead use Highway 15.

Let’s note that the work could be cancelled, or postponed without notice due to operational or weather constraints. (N.P.)

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Some of those thefts occurred in parking lots of hotel establishments, in Laval, and took place mainly at night.

The suspects, including three minors and six aged between 20 and 30, are facing charges of vehicle theft, as well as possession of burglary tools.

They were targeting valuable vehicles, including Honda CRV, Acura RDX, Jeep Grand Cherokee and Wrangler, Dodge Ram and Durango, as well as Ford F-150 and F-250.

Operation

Following a concentration of reports related to vehicle theft, the SPL deployed the operation called Project Quartz, which is the result of joint work between the police and investigators to counter this problem.

Anyone with information concerning vehicle theft in Laval can communicate, confidentially, on the Ligne-Info at 450 662-INFO (4636) or dial 911 and mention file LVL-220716-016. (J.B./IJL)

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