STRONGSVILLE - Recent events at an Alfa Romeo dealership in Strongsville, Ohio, serve as a stark reminder that with great luxury comes a greater need for security.
According to reports, thieves stole five luxury cars and dozens of key fobs from the dealership in what is believed to be an organized heist. The stolen vehicles include two Alfa Romeo Giulias, two Alfa Romeo Stelvios, and a Maserati Ghibli, with a combined value of over $300,000. The thieves gained entry to the dealership by breaking a window and disabling the alarm system before stealing the cars and key fobs.
This incident highlights the importance of securing keys at the dealership. Car dealerships are responsible for safeguarding their inventory, including customer keys and key fobs. In this case, the dealership’s security system was insufficient to prevent the theft. The incident also raises questions about the dealership’s policies and procedures for key management.
Car keys are a valuable asset that should be treated with the utmost care and attention. At a dealership, keys are not just keys—they represent a significant investment. Losing or misplacing keys can result in a significant financial loss for both the dealership and the customer. Stolen keys can be used to steal cars or facilitate other criminal activities, putting both the dealership and the community at risk.
To prevent incidents like this from happening, dealerships should prioritize key security by implementing strict policies and procedures for key management. This includes limiting access to keys and fobs, storing them in secure locations, and ensuring that they are accounted for at all times. Dealerships should also invest in a key control system that can help deter and even prevent unauthorized access to their premises. Contact us to learn more about securing your keys in your business!