PCSO suggests GPS locator devices to aid in combatting thefts

Recently, The Phillips County Sheriff’s Office has been receiving reports of stolen trailers and vehicles. These reports seem to be increasing in frequency and to protect our community from this type of theft, the Sheriff’s office would like to take the opportunity to educate citizens about affordable GPS locator devices that are now readily available.

What is a GPS locator device? A GPS locator device is a small device about the size of a half-dollar that is built to establish a connection with a GPS satellite and report its location to users through a website or a phone app. GPS locators can...