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Win Philadelphia Eagles Season Tickets by Entering the Lock, Block & Win Sweepstakes

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Sept. 17 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Philadelphia Eagles and the PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority (ATPA) are again partnering to help prevent auto theft inPennsylvania.

Interested fans are encouraged to visit http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/lock to enter the Lock, Block & Win Sweepstakes every day and learn how to protect their vehicle from theft.

Together, the Eagles and the PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority are excited to give away over 150 prizes--awarded daily, weekly and at the end of the sweepstakes. Daily winners will receive an Eagles prize pack. One winner each week will receive a pair tickets to a 2008 season Eagles game, 50 end-of-contest winners will receive a pair of tickets to a punt, pass, and kick event at an Eagles facility, 10 end-of-contest winners will receive a Lojack stolen vehicle recovery system, and one end-of-contest grand prize winner will receive a pair of season tickets for the 2009 season!

Michelle Staton, Executive Director of the PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority, noted that, "The Authority is excited to once again partner with the Philadelphia Eagles to teachPennsylvania drivers about the simple things they can do to protect their vehicles from theft."

In the southeast region ofPennsylvania, the home of the Philadelphia Eagles, 40% ofPennsylvania's annual thefts occur. Drivers from this area and across the Commonwealth are encouraged to take simple steps to protect their vehicle. "When you lock your car, you are taking steps to block auto theft. I know it seems simple, but common sense is really your best defense," Staton said.

The PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority reminds you to never leave your vehicle running -- even if you are going into a convenience store or using an ATM. Always roll up the windows, close the sun roof, lock the doors, and hide valuables like cell phones and navigation systems. Staton cautioned that, "Auto theft is a crime of opportunity. Don't make it easier for thieves to steal your car."

Beyond the common sense measures, drivers in high-theft areas should consider adding after-market alarms, stolen vehicle tracking devices and fuel kill switches.

Eagles Senior Vice President of Business Operations Mark Donovan said, "We are happy to be partnering again this year with an organization whose mission is to protect Eagles fans. The PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority helps our fans defend themselves against theft by delivering important information in a unique and entertaining way. The Lock, Block and Win Sweepstakes is an example of how the Authority is actually rewarding our fans for protecting themselves."

To register and to review complete contest rules and regulations, visit http://www.philadelphiaeagles.com/lock. For auto theft statistics and 50 tips to prevent auto theft, visit the PA Auto Theft Prevention Authority's website at http://www.watchyourcar.org.

The Pennsylvania Auto Theft Prevention Authority was established by the General Assembly (Act 171 of 1994) and exists "to establish, coordinate and fund activities (inPennsylvania) to prevent, combat and reduce automobile thefts..."

Contact: Mark Kandrysawtz

717-443-1025

mkandrysawtz@watchyourcar.org

SOURCE Pennsylvania Auto Theft Prevention Authority