Easton Police Investigating Two Stolen Cars

EASTON, CT — Police are investigating after a resident on Bartling Drive reported his car stolen Tuesday.

Police received a call about two suspicious vehicles on the circle at Bartling Drive at 4:30 p.m. , with the caller telling police that the two cars were side-by-side for an extended period of time. The caller told police he shined a light on the cars, which prompted the two vehicles to drive away.

Police say the cars returned a short time later, and the driver of a Dodge Charger exited his car and entered a red sedan and left the area. Police later found that the vehicle left behind was registered to a Southbury resident, and was reported stolen.

During later investigation, the Bartling Drive resident reported his car stolen. In both cases, the cars were unlocked and the keys were left inside. Police reminded residents to lock their cars and to never leave keys or other valuables inside.

Both thefts are under investigation.