Two Cars Broken Into At Spring Rock Park: Cops

WESTERN SPRINGS, IL — Two cars were broken into while parked in the lower level of Spring Rock Park on Saturday, police said. Both car burglaries occurred between 5 and 6 p.m. on Sept. 15.

According to police, the rear passenger side window was broken out on one car and the other car was unlocked. Purses from both cars were taken; and the purses both contained cash, credit cards and IDs.

Police are reminding residents to follow their advice and not be an easy target.

• Keep all vehicle doors and windows closed and locked at all times, even during quick errands. Lock the trunk, hatchback or tailgate to block access into your vehicle. Close all vents or wing windows and sunroofs. Always take your keys with you.
• If your vehicle has a built in security system, use it.
• Remove visible items (cash, wallet, purse, laptops, and cell phones) from the vehicle or place them in the trunk. If you leave items visible in your vehicle, you are a target.
• Park your vehicle in an area that is visible to the public and well lit at night. If possible, park your vehicle in the garage. If garage parking is not available, park your vehicle in the driveway and install motion-sensor security lighting on your home.
• A person looking into parked vehicles may be looking for a vehicle to steal or valuables left in plain view inside.
• The sound of breaking glass or car alarm could mean a vehicle break-in.
• Any vehicle without lights at night, cruising slowly, or following a course that seems aimless or repetitive is suspicious in any location. Occupants may be “casing” for a burglary.
• A person walking around pulling on car door handles may be looking for unlocked vehicles to steal from.

Residents are encouraged to call 911 immediately about any and all suspicious activity. If anyone has any information regarding these crimes, contact the Western Springs Investigative Division at (708) 246-8540.

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