Rash Of Vehicle Break-Ins Prompt Police Warning In Milford

Police are encouraging and urging local residents to lock their doors and take valuables inside at night following a series of thefts from cars in the area.

Police in Milford have seen a rise in auto break-ins in recent weeks.
Photo Credit: *Milford Police Department*

Zak Failla

09/29/2018 2:00 p.m.

Investigators from the Milford Police Department are looking into a series of thefts from vehicles that were either left parked and unlocked overnight or had windows broken to gain access to valuable items.

In a post on social media, officials said that "following a rash a vehicle break-ins around Milford, (the) Milford Police Department is reminding residents to lock your vehicles, take your valuables inside and report any suspicious activity."

To help area residents avoid becoming victims, the Milford Police Department has issued a handful of tips:

Always keep valuables out of sight or in the trunk;
Never leave valuables in unattended vehicles;
Always lock your vehicle, and;
Notify the police of any suspicious activity.

Anyone with information regarding the recent rash of vehicle break-ins or who has seen any suspicious activity in the area has been asked to contact investigators at the Milford Police Department by calling (203) 878-6551.

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