2 Luxury SUVs Reported Stolen In New Canaan: Police Chief

NEW CANAAN, CT — Two Range Rover SUVs (both 2016 model years) were reported stolen from separate homes on Valley Road in New Canaan on April 13, according to New Canaan Police Chief Leon Krolikowski.

"Both stolen vehicles were unlocked and the keys were inside of each vehicle," wrote Krolikowski in a statement. "These vehicle thefts occurred during the early morning hours.

"One stolen vehicle was recovered in Newark, New Jersey, and the other stolen vehicle was recovered in Irvington, New Jersey."

The thefts are the latest in a rash of vehicle thefts reported in New Canaan in recent months, virtually all of which have been vehicles that have been unlocked.

Below are tips from Krolikowski to avoid falling victim to such crimes:

1. KEYS: When unattended NEVER leave the keys to your home or car inside a vehicle or in a place where a thief can find them. Do not leave the valet key, key fob or garage door opener inside of your vehicle.

2. LIGHT UP YOUR HOME: At night, keep the perimeter of your home & driveway well lit. Low energy lighting switched on and off by photoelectric sensors (low light switches) is a cost-effective way to discourage criminals.

3. LOCK-UP: ALWAYS lock all doors, garage doors and windows of your car and home whenever you leave, day or night, even for a short time. If you have a garage, put your car in it and lock/alarm both the car and the garage. All of the thefts from vehicles and vehicle thefts that occur in our Town involve unlocked vehicles.

4. SECURE VALUABLES: NEVER leave valuables in your vehicle. Often, identity theft occurs when drivers’ licenses and credit cards are stolen.

5. USE YOUR ALARM SYSTEM: ALWAYS activate your home and car alarm systems. Many successful crimes that occur in our Town involve houses or cars that have alarm systems that were not activated.

6. VIDEO CAMERAS: Consider a video security system for your home. Many good systems are inexpensive and easy to install. If you have a system, make sure the video quality is good and the cameras cover your driveway and vehicles.

"Be better informed, connected, and send anonymous tips to our Department by downloading the 'MYPD' application in the iPhone or Android marketplace," wrote Krolikowski. "After downloading the application search for 'New Canaan' and get connected."

Follow New Canaan Police on Twitter @newcanaanpolice for crime alerts. Also contact NCPD at 203-594-3500 for assistance.

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