Christmas Crime Alert: Car Stolen In Mendham Township (Updated)

MENDHAM, NJ - A real-life Grinch visited the Brookrace area of Mendham Township late Christmas Eve or early Christmas morning and left with a car, according to the Mendham Township Police.

Authorities said that between 10 p.m. on Tuesday and 6 a.m. on Wednesday the car was stolen and they are looking for help in catching the culprit. Anyone with information is being asked to call 973-543-2581 and then dial 0 for the dispatcher.

The Mendham Township Police also noted residents should:

• Always report any suspicious activity immediately to MTPD day or night
• Always keep your residences secured and utilize properly working alarm systems rage
• Always keep your residences secured and utilize properly working alarm system

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