OPP warn of vehicle break-ins

On April 7, Wellington County OPP received reports of vehicles being entered overnight on King Street here.

Police are reminding vehicle owners that thefts from vehicles are a crime of opportunity.

“The key to protecting your vehicle is in your hands. Keep yourself from becoming an easy target by simply securing your vehicle. Lock it or lose it,” Police warn.

The OPP offer the following suggestions to keep vehicles secure:

- always roll up windows and lock the doors;

- never leave a running vehicle unattended;

- use a garage if available and lock the door as well as the vehicle;

- never leave car keys in plain view or in an easily accessible area;

- always park in a well-lit area; and

- never leave valuable objects or packages in full view.  Put them in the trunk.

Anyone who notices suspicious persons near a vehicle, on their property, or who has information regarding this crime, is urged to contact Wellington County OPP at 1-888-310-1122.