Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies in Deerfield Beach are experiencing a spike in vehicle burglaries where suspects are targeting valet keys. Valet keys are normally supplied by vehicle manufacturers and can be found in the back of the owner’s manual in the glove box. Their purpose is to allow vehicle owners to supply valet parkers with a key that only unlocks the door and starts the engine. These keys are difficult to copy. Burglars target unlocked vehicles, steal the valet key, then return at a later time to steal the vehicle. If you have a valet key please secure it in a safe place. Lock your vehicle doors and do not leave items of value inside. Call 911 if you see suspicious activity in your neighborhood.
In addition, this was also sent out by BSO deputies:
BSO deputies worked throughout the night to solve multiple auto thefts and vehicle burglaries in the Cove Area. A month long proactive initiative, coupled with alert patrol deputies, lead to the arrest of one suspect and the identification of another who had just stolen two vehicles from the area. The suspects targeted unlocked vehicles for property and valet keys. The investigation is continuing. Please lock your vehicle doors and do not leave items of value inside. If you see suspicious activity call 911 immediately.
