Cleveland Police offer free steering wheel locks to First District residents who own a Hyundai or Kia

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Cleveland Police is offering free steering wheel locks to residents in the First District who own a Hyundai or Kia due to the increase in car thefts in Northeast Ohio and nationwide.

Here are the requirements Cleveland Police listed to get a steering wheel lock while limited supplies last:

• Proof of residence in the First District (you may show your address on a state issued ID, utility bill, rental agreement, etc.)
• Owning a 2015-2021 Hyundai or Kia
• Owning a Hyundai Kia that uses a push to start instead of a key to start the ignition

The steering wheel locks will be given away on a first come, first served basis from 12-4 p.m. on Feb. 10 at the Cleveland of Police First District station at 3895 W 130th St.

To get to the station, take West 129th Street southbound to Worthington Avenue, then head westbound towards West 130th Street.

First District police officers will be at the event to assist drivers.

Cleveland Police said you must drive your Hyundai or Kia to the station to receive the lock.

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