Swampscott Police Issue Warning After Rash Of Car Break-Ins

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — Swampscott police are once again urging residents to keep their vehicles locked while unattended after the latest rash of thefts.

Police said there have been "several" recent car break-ins in town and that all vehicles had one thing in common — they had been left unlocked.

"Thieves typically won't waste time entering a locked vehicle unless there are valuables visible," police said. "Simply locking your vehicle and hiding anything of value can protect you from becoming a victim."

Police asked residents to call the station if they hear or see anything suspicious.

"The smallest tip can be helpful in preventing future thefts," police said. "Lock your vehicle, hide your valuables and keep your property."

Swampscott police can be reached at the non-emergency number of 781-595-1111.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)