Car thefts plague campus

Three car thefts have been reported on the MHCC Main Campus in the span of a week.

The most recent theft came Wednesday in Lot A, with the car reported stolen a 1998 Honda Civic.

That followed a reported theft on April 9, involving a 1996 Toyota Camry in lot PL, and another on Tuesday, involving a 1996 Acura Integra in lot H. All thefts occurred on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 8:30 p.m.

Public Safety issued an all-staff email Wednesday to alert MHCC employees to the thefts, and suggested appropriate precautions to deter more thefts and break-ins.

Public Safety advises that each vehicle should be locked, with windows up; valuables should not be left anywhere in vehicles; and detachable stereo faceplates should be removed. Use of anti-theft devices is recommended.

Currently, the MHCC Bookstore has an anti-theft club device device, “Dr. Hooks,” now for sale at $15 (a 25 percent discount) through May.

Public Safety urges people to immediately report all missing or stolen vehicles, and suspicious activities or people to its office at 503-491-7310. Witnesses should not confront suspects.

They are currently working with the Gresham Police Department to identify and apprehend suspects.

In case of emergency, call 503-491-7911.