Crime & Safety

Christmas Eve Car Break-Ins In Pearl River: VIDEO

Orangetown police are seeking the public's help finding the perpetrators.

PEARL RIVER, NY — Three men spent early Monday out in the snow trying the doors to cars around Pearl River. Orangetown police posted this home surveillance footage on Facebook and analyzed it to give residents some practical pointers.

First, the perpetrators are methodical. Second, they target unlocked vehicles. Third, they're on foot — but if they find an unlocked car with the keys inside, they will drive it away, police said.

If you see something that makes you feel uncomfortable call 845-359-3700 which is the direct line to the Orangetown Police Department.

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