Crime & Safety
Rash Of Luxury Car Thefts Reported In Hamptons: Police
The stolen vehicles have been mostly Mercedes and Range Rovers, police say. Videos here.
SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Police are investigating a rash of luxury vehicle thefts in the Hamptons.
According to Southampton town police, the thefts of high-end vehicles have taken place over the past few months, with residents from Sagaponack to Tuckahoe reporting that their vehicles, mostly Mercedes and Range Rovers, were stolen overnight. To date, 12 vehicles have been stolen in the area from January to July, police said.
( Courtesy Southampton Town Police Department)
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Southampton town police asked residents to take extra precautions when leaving vehicles parked, especially during overnight hours, and offered tips:
- Lock all doors and set alarms on vehicles.
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- Park vehicle near motion detectors and/or video surveillance.
- Park vehicle in locked garage, if possible.
- Remove all key fobs, including any hidden keys.
- Remove all valuables from sight.
- Make sure you have all passwords available for OnStar.
Call police immediately if you find your vehicle missing.
Anyone who has vehicles tampered with during overnight hours and has video surveillance is asked to contact the Southampton Town Police Department at 631-728-3400.
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