Would-Be Thieves Target Vehicle In East Hampton: PD

EAST HAMPTON, CT — Thieves entered an unlocked parked vehicle in search of valuables Saturday afternoon, according to police.

Police said they responded Saturday to an attempted larceny from a motor vehicle on Maple Street.

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According to police, multiple unidentified people got out of a black Honda CR-V, then went through the unlocked vehicle, which was parked in a driveway.

"Fortunately, nothing was reported stolen," police said.

Police cautioned residents to lock their vehicles and never leave any valuables inside, even during the daytime.

"It only takes a few seconds and can help prevent opportunistic crimes like this," police said.

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