LoJack Adds Former Chicago Police Sergeant to Its Law Enforcement Liaison Team

31-Year Law Enforcement Veteran Philip Cappitelli Joins LoJack to Support, Train & Collaborate with Illinois Law Enforcement Agencies

CANTON, MA--June 4, 2013:  LoJack Corporation , a leading provider of vehicle theft recovery and advanced fleet management solutions, announced today that veteran Chicago Police Sergeant Philip Cappitelli has joined the company's Law Enforcement Liaison team. Bringing more than 30 years of experience to LoJack, Cappitelli will be responsible for professional training and providing equipment, while serving as an advisor to law enforcement agencies throughout Illinois that use LoJack's tracking technology to combat auto theft. 

"We pride ourselves with bringing together some of the most seasoned and talented law enforcement professionals from around the country, and Philip's knowledge and impressive track record are a great complement to our Law Enforcement team," said Patrick Clancy, Vice President of Law Enforcement at LoJack. "His extensive experience in fraud and theft investigations, as well as his relationships with industry organizations like the National Insurance Crime Bureau and the International Association of Auto Theft Investigators, will be valuable assets to LoJack and Illinois law enforcement agencies."

Cappitelli began his career in 1981 as a Patrol Officer for the Chicago Police Department, eventually shifting into the Detective Division. In 2007, he became the Supervising Sergeant of the Financial Crimes Unit, also overseeing Auto Theft. Most recently, Cappitelli supervised the new Chicago Major Auto Theft Investigations Unit.

LoJack's distinctive team of Law Enforcement Liaisons comprise more than 1,000 years of experience. "It is an honor and a privilege to join LoJack's team of seasoned Law Enforcement Liaisons," said Cappitelli. "Working with LoJack allows me to support police departments across the state of Illinois in stolen vehicle recovery." Each former officer has more than 20 years of experience, most of whom have specialized in auto theft investigation.