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Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries

Police in Phillipsburg are investigating after steering wheels were sliced open and airbags were stolen during a series of recent car burglaries.

Phillipsburg Police

Phillipsburg Police

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Car burglaries involving the theft of driver’s side airbags are on the rise in Phillipsburg, police said in a release on Thursday, August 11.

“The suspects are breaking into vehicles and cutting open the steering wheels and removing the airbags,” police said.

While anyone can become a victim, the latest trend targets newer model Hondas, according to police.

“Please make sure to secure your vehicles and report any suspicious activity to the police,” Phillipsburg Police said.

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