51 Vehicles Stolen In Westport In 2025; Police Urge Residents To Be Diligent

WESTPORT, CT — Police are urging residents and visitors to lock their cars and secure their keys as vehicle thefts continue in throughout the town.

"Our community continues to be a target for car thieves and vehicle burglaries, with three stolen vehicle reports received between September 9th through the present, and a total of 51 stolen vehicle reports investigated by our agency year-to-date," said Westport Police Lt. Anthony Prezioso in a statement.

The thefts have occurred in both parking lots and private driveways.

According to police, many of the incidents involve cars left unlocked, running, or with keys and valuables inside. Officials said thieves continue to target the town based on past successes in obtaining vehicles.

"Under no circumstances should a vehicle ever be left unattended and running, unlocked with the keys inside it or with valuables left in plain view," Prezioso said. "Unfortunately, nearly all the stolen vehicle and vehicle burglary reports we receive involve an unsecured car with keys immediately accessible."

Westport police said the thefts are part of a wider, multi-state trend, and urged the public to take extra time to secure personal property.