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Auto Theft Task Force Issues Security Alert

Thursday, July 16, 2026

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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) issued a public alert urging Tacoma residents to secure vehicle keys to prevent auto thefts.

The PSATTF, a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement team focused on combating organized auto theft rings, emphasized the importance of keeping keys out of sight and not leaving vehicles unattended with keys inside.

Residents are advised to lock vehicles and remove keys when leaving them unattended, as these simple measures can deter opportunistic thefts.

📄 Source: Pierce County Sheriff Blotter — https://blog.piercecountywa.gov/pcsdblotter/2026/07/16/always-secure-your-keys/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=always-secure-your-keys

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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) issued a public alertNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) urged Tacoma residents to secure vehicle keysNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement team“The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement team dedicated to combating organized auto theft rings and prolific car thieves across King and Pierce counties in Washington.”
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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) is focused on combating organized auto theft rings“The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) is a multi-jurisdictional law enforcement team dedicated to combating organized auto theft rings and prolific car thieves across King and Pierce counties in Washington.”
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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) emphasized the importance of keeping keys out of sightNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The Puget Sound Auto Theft Task Force (PSATTF) advised residents not to leave vehicles unattended with keys insideNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Residents are advised to lock vehiclesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Residents are advised to remove keys when leaving vehicles unattendedNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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These simple measures can deter opportunistic theftsNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.