A recent spate of bicycle thefts in the Quayside neighbourhood has police reminding the public to protect their rides.
In the few days leading up to Family Day, there were three bikes stolen along Quayside Drive, including two on Feb. 11 alone. In light of this surge, the New Westminster Police Department is asking residents in the area to take care when securing their bicycles.
To better protect them, residents are reminded to lock bikes with two locks, including a U-lock and a cable lock, if possible. If only using one lock, make sure it’s a U-lock, according to police.
Bicycles should be locked to secure structures or in a bike room, cage or locker, and be sure to record the serial number in case it’s ever stolen.
Police recommend registering any bike with 529 Garage, a free registry that helps police recover it in the event of a theft.
