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Maryland State Police to host steering wheel lock giveaway this weekend

Updated on: February 28, 2024 / 5:07 PM EST / CBS Baltimore

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BALTIMORE -- The Maryland State Police Department is hosting a steering wheel lock giveaway this weekend to combat the recent rise in vehicle thefts.

Maryland residents who own a Hyundai or Kia vehicle with a "turn-key-to-start" ignition can stop by one of the 14 Maryland State Police Barracks to receive one free steering wheel lock.

Maryland State Police Barracks

Bel Air Barrack
North East Barrack
JFK Highway Barrack
Rockville Barrack
Forestville Barrack
College Park Barrack
Golden Ring Barrack
Westminster Barrack
Waterloo Barrack
Glen Burnie Barrack
Leonardtown Barrack
Prince Frederick Barrack
La Plata Barrack
Annapolis Barrack

Locks will be handed out from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m on March 2 and March 3.

You can visit the Maryland State Police website for a list of barrack addresses and contact information.

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