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A police officer friend advised me that vehicle "smash & grab" criminals actually shop, that is, they look inside to see if anything of interest is immediately available to see.

If you, the victim, has left interesting looking goodies out in plain sight, there's a higher chance of their being gone when you get back.

Therefore, take the time to at least stash your small valuables out of sight.

Yes, a pistol safe would be better, but taking a little effort to hide your goodies might persuade a car crook to keep looking and pass you by.