Does placing a 'no valuables inside' sign in a car window deter break-ins? Car burglaries are at epidemic levels in San Francisco By Mike Moffitt , Reporter Updated Oct 20, 2017 9:18 a.m.

— -- Chances are if you're hitting the road for business, you'll have a laptop, passport or extra cash in tow. Keeping your valuables safe while traveling needs to be a top priority ...

It’s a sign of the crimes. The NYPD has placed a large, flashing sign in the heart of Soho warning drivers to “Beware of vehicle break-ins” and not to leave valuables in their cars.