Several Overnight Thefts From Cars Reported In South Brunswick

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ – The South Brunswick Police Department said several cases of theft from cars were reported, along with reports of a vehicle stolen overnight.

On Tuesday morning at 1 a.m., a suspect stole a car from East Garden Apartments and led the police on a chase across towns before crashing the vehicle.

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The police department is reminding residents that “even in a safe town like South Brunswick, thefts may occur,” and it is up to each resident to protect their property with a few basic steps.

Here are some guidelines:

• Lock car doors at night – Most cases of theft from cars involve unlocked vehicles, said police. Locking car doors will go a long way in protecting belongings, even if residents are parked in their own driveway.
• Don’t leave valuables in vehicles – If nothing of value is left in the vehicle, residents will eliminate their losses should someone enter their vehicle. This is especially true for wallets and purses.
• Take car keys with you - Don’t leave proximity sensing key fob or keys in your vehicle. Thieves who might otherwise just be looking for valuables to steal may be tempted to take the car if they come across keys.

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