Police Warn Of Burglaries, Car Thefts In Greenwich

GREENWICH, CT — The Greenwich Police Department is warning residents about recent thefts of high-end cars, specifically BMWs.

Police said in a news release Thursday that Greenwich has experienced several car thefts over the past few nights during the hours of 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.

"The suspects are targeting homes with these motor vehicles. If the key fobs are not within the vehicle, the suspects are making entry into unlocked doors of the vehicle owners’ homes," police said. "Once inside they are searching for the keys to these vehicles, specifically in the 'mud room' areas of the residence."

Police have set up extra high-visiility patrols, and detectives are working on auto theft cases, police said.

On Thursday morning at approximately 3:20 a.m., Greenwich police officers located a car theft crew and tried to stop them, but the suspects were able to get away at a high rate of speed, police said.

Greenwich authorities are working with other police agencies in New York and Connecticut to identify and apprehend those committing these burglaries and car thefts, police said.

"Residents are reminded to lock their vehicles and residence," police added. "Be sure to turn your alarms and outside cameras and report anything suspicious to the police department."