'Please Lock Vehicles' Winnetka Police Warn

WINNETKA, IL — Winnetka police issued a warning to residents due to several recently reported thefts from unlocked vehicles.

In the last week of October, residents reported four incidents of unknown individuals entering their unlocked cars. Another resident reported that someone tried to enter two vehicles on their property, but both were locked, so the person couldn't get inside.

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"Leaving cars unlocked with valuables or key fobs in vehicles creates the potential for these crimes of opportunity and supports the notion that the North Shore is an easy target. Please take preventative measures, lock vehicles, and remove key fobs and valuables from plain sight to help deter this type of crime," police said in a statement.

According to police, suspects in these cases tend to be "armed and dangerous."Authorities said residents should call 911 if they see suspicious activity.