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Car Burglaries

'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn 'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn
'Smash And Grab' Burglars Are Back, Toms River Police Warn A Jersey Shore police department is warning its residents about "smash and grab" burglars. "Since the beginning of June, the central and northern New Jersey areas have been hit by a group known as the 'Felony Lane Gang,'" Toms River police said. This organized group targets parking areas of public parks, gyms, and recreation areas all over New Jersey with car burglaries. Residents are warned not to leave valuables in cars. A few things to be aware of: They are often driving rental cars with out-of-state plates. This group originates from Florida and drives-up the eastern seaboard to com…
Police Seek Witnesses To Car Burglaries In Central Jersey Police Seek Witnesses To Car Burglaries In Central Jersey
Police Seek Witnesses To Car Burglaries In Central Jersey Police seek the public's help in identifying suspects in overnight car burglaries in South Brunswick. Monday night, Jan. 29, thieves targeted several unlocked vehicles in the apartment complexes off of Northumberland Way, police said. So far, five residents have reported that their vehicles were ransacked and valuables were stolen. Police are working diligently to investigate these cases, but are asking for the public's assistance in reporting any additional incidents, as well as locking up their vehicles to prevent additional thefts. Anyone who believes their vehicle was targeted but who …
3 Busted In Spree Of Attempted Car Burglaries, Madison Police Say 3 Busted In Spree Of Attempted Car Burglaries, Madison Police Say
3 Busted In Spree Of Attempted Car Burglaries, Madison Police Say Three suspects from Irvington were busted in a spree of attempted car burglaries throughout Madison, local police said. Officers responded to a report of three suspects trying to break into vehicles near Madison Plaza (300 Main St.) shortly after 4:50 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 23, Madison Police said. Officers then found Jaquane Simmons, Raemir Peaks, and Randolph Peaks, all age 20, in the immediate vicinity and matching the suspects’ descriptions, police said. The suspects were arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit burglary to a motor vehicle, hindering apprehension, investigation, p…
Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries Steering Wheels Sliced Open, Airbags Stolen In Recent String Of Phillipsburg Car Burglaries
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. 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. WARNING TO RESIDENTS: THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS INVESTIGATING SEVERAL CAR BURGLARIES…
Authorities: Car Burglar Admits Breaking Into 2,000 Vehicles In New Jersey, Pennsylvania Authorities: Car Burglar Admits Breaking Into 2,000 Vehicles In New Jersey, Pennsylvania
Authorities: Car Burglar Admits Breaking Into 2,000 Vehicles In New Jersey, Pennsylvania Authorities have arrested a suspect who admits breaking into about 2,000 vehicles in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Keith A. Johnson, 33, of Yardley, in Bucks County, PA, is charged with numerous counts of theft and burglary, as well as 76 counts of loitering/prowling at night, according to the Bucks County District Attorney's office. Johnson also admitted to stealing $140,000 in cash during a burglary in Philadelphia, detectives said in court papers, according to NJ Advance Media. When police searched Johnson's home, they found $30,000 in cash, plus items stolen from cars, they said. Johns…
SEEN HIM? 'Lock Doors, Windows,' Jersey Shore Police Say SEEN HIM? 'Lock Doors, Windows,' Jersey Shore Police Say
Seen HIM? 'Lock Doors, Windows,' Jersey Shore Police Say Police in Ocean County are warning residents to lock their doors and windows. Over the last week, Manchester Township police said they have noticed an increase in home and car burglaries, especially in the Pine Lake Park section of town. "We would like to remind everyone to please lock your doors to your cars and home!" local police wrote on Facebook In this Ring.com video, which was captured in the early Saturday morning in Pine Lake Park, the suspect attempted to gain entry into some vehicles. Fortunately, the suspect left on a bicycle, empty-handed, because the owner had their vehicles…