Before you contact the police, make certain that you did not park your vehicle elsewhere or that others in possession of the keys did not take the vehicle without your knowledge and that your vehicle was not towed.

If your vehicle has, in fact, been stolen, prepare to give the police the car’s license plate number, color, make and model.

Contact your insurance company

Contact your insurance company as soon as you have the police report in hand.

Make certain that your policy covers vehicle theft and keep in mind that your insurance company will likely want to conduct their own investigation.

Such an investigation may take time. It’s important to keep on top of your car payment if you have one and contact the lender once the police investigation is concluded.

What to do if the vehicle is recovered

Contact your insurance company if your vehicle is recovered. A failure to do so can lead to legal issues.

If you have already purchased a new vehicle, the insurance company will likely require that one of the vehicles be given to them or returned to the dealership and the money given to them. In most cases, they will take the recovered vehicle.

The right insurance matters

You will only receive a payment of. course if your auto insurance policy covers theft.

Protect yourself by purchasing a solid policy. To find the best one for you, contact an experienced insurance broker.