Wallingford Police Warn of Increase in Vehicle Break-Ins

Wallingford Police are warning residents of an increase in the number of thefts from motor vehicles, both locked and unlocked, throughout town.

Police are also asking for the public’s help in the deterrence of the crimes.

Police Spokesman Lt. Cheryl Bradley said the department has received a significant number of complaints from residents who have had their vehicles entered and personal items stolen.

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The thefts are occurring during the overnight hours and are not limited to any specific area of town.

Bradley said the offenders are targeting both locked and unlocked vehicles at residences and businesses, and are primarily local hotels, stealing GPS units, Go Pro style cameras, loose change, wallets, computers and other valuables.

It is believed that there are multiple individuals or groups committing these crimes and the activity is not specific to Wallingford, according to Bradley.

Wallingford Police are asking residents to secure all of your personal belongings out of plain view and locking the doors of your vehicles.

If you are a victim of this type of crime or observe any suspicious activity, contact the Wallingford Police Department at 203 294-2802.