Norwalk Police Remind Residents To Lock Their Cars, Remove Valuables

NORWALK, CT — The Norwalk Police Department posted a reminder to social media Tuesday urging all residents to lock their car doors.

In a Facebook post, police also reminded residents to remove all valuables from their vehicles, even when parked in their own driveway.

The following safety tips were provided by police:

• Always lock your vehicle.
• Take wallets, phones, bags and other valuables inside.
• Don't leave keys or fobs in the car overnight.
• Consider exterior lighting or cameras for added security.

"Many thefts from vehicles are crimes of opportunity," police said on Facebook, "let's work together to prevent them!"

The department's post can be read in full here.