Keep your parked cars safe

The Carrboro Police Department is asking for the public’s help in reducing the number of vehicle break-ins, as there has been a recent uptick in the number of these crimes. Many of these thefts are from unlocked or unsecured vehicles with valuables in plain sight. The Carrboro Police Department offers these tips to help reduce the chances that your vehicle will be broken into: Always roll your windows up and lock your doors when leaving your vehicle unattended, even if it is parked in front of your residence; do not leave any valuables in plain sight (this means all portable music devices, loose change, laptop computers, GPS units and mounts, cell phones and similar items); park your vehicle in well-lighted areas if possible and if you notice suspicious activity, call 911 and report it.

If your vehicle is broken into, call 911 to report it promptly, as physical evidence can be destroyed with the passage of time. If you have information on the suspects in these crimes, call 918-7397 or Crime Stoppers at 942-7515.