BPS Team Up with Équité Association to Combat Auto Theft 

The Brantford Police Service, in collaboration with Équité Association, a not-for-profit working on behalf of the property and casualty insurance industry to reduce and prevent insurance crime and its impacts on honest, hardworking Canadians, are joining forces to combat and prevent auto thefts in Brantford, through Project ‘Overwatch.’

Équité will play a crucial role in this partnership. Through data and analytics, vehicle identification and coordinated investigations, this collaboration with BPS aims to eradicate insurance fraud and auto theft. To mitigate the risk of becoming a victim of auto theft, Équité recommends auto owners use a layered approach including simple steps like keeping doors locked, installing visible or audible anti-theft devices, using vehicle immobilizers, and investing in tracking systems.

To address the issue of stolen vehicles and their recovery within Brantford, the Brantford Police Service are launching a new project dedicated to combat the theft of vehicles in Brantford and the surrounding area. Project Overwatch will address auto theft investigations and recovery. Vehicles stolen throughout the City of Brantford have a substantial impact on the livelihood of our residents. Individuals rely on their vehicle to get their children to school, to get themselves to work and to support their day-to-day lives.

“Auto theft is a growing concern in our community. Organized crime groups are increasingly targeting vehicles with advanced technology, and we are working closely with our partners, such as Équité Association to disrupt criminal networks and raise public awareness to help prevent these crimes.” Chief Jason Saunders, Brantford Police Service

“Canadians have endured peak years of vehicle crimes and while the current decrease in auto theft is promising, it remains a complex issue that requires continued focus and partnership. Canadians want to see a collaborative approach to combat this ongoing issue. Meaningful change and collaborative solutions have been set out in the federal government’s National Action Plan on Combatting Auto Theft. At Équité Association, we are committed to continuing our work with our partners in law enforcement, including Brantford Police Service, who are working diligently to combat this problem and protect local communities.” Betty Ng, Director, Investigations, Ontario & ICSS, Équité Association

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