Police have attended multiple break-ins of cars and homes overnight in North Dunedin, prompting a timely reminder to keep property and vehicles secure.
Between 9pm and 10:30pm on Tuesday 9 August 2016 two flats on Leith Street were broken into.
Electronic and personal items were stolen from both flats while the residents were home.?
At 11:45pm Police received reports that five cars were broken into that were parked outside Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Acting Senior Sergeant Phil Hamlin is seeking any information related to these incidences.?
¡°At the moment, we know a dark coloured vehicle described as a Subaru Forester or similar was seen leaving the scene shortly before Police arrived.
¡°As the owners of the vehicles are not in town, it is unclear what items have been taken.
¡°Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information related to these incidences should contact Dunedin Police.¡±
Mr Hamlin also asked the public to keep their homes and vehicles secure at all times:
¡°Cars should be locked, including the boot, and windows should be up whenever motorists are not with their vehicles.
¡°Park in busy, open and well-lit areas, and keep valuables out of sight of the windows. If it doesn¡¯t need to be in the car, leave it at home.¡±
Police also recommends the use of additional security measures where possible, such as the use of a car alarm, immobiliser or steering wheel lock.
Mr Hamlin says that keeping your home secure can deter all but the most determined burglar:?
¡°Keep doors and windows locked, even if you¡¯re away for a short time. And always try to keep phones, bags, and other valuables out of sight from your windows.¡±
Information can be provided to Dunedin Police on 03 471 4800.
Alternatively, information may be provided anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
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