Police Look For Thieves Who Burglarized Several Cars In Libertyville

LIBERTYVILLE, IL — The Libertyville Police Department is asking for the public's help in investigating several vehicle burglaries and thefts that happened early on Friday.

The vehicle burglaries happened in the following areas:

• 500 block of Hampton Terrace
• 600 block of Downing Place
• 700 block of Seventh Avenue
• 800 block of Liberty Bell Lane
• 600 block of Valley Park Drive
• 1000 block of Michaels Lane

Police said at least seven motor vehicle burglaries happened during the early morning hours on Friday and officers also located vehicles that had illegally been entered and rummaged through. In addition, two vehicles were initially reported stolen but were later found abandoned a short distance from the homes, according to a news release from the police department.

Personal items, like purses and debit/credit cards, were stolen from some of the cars—all of which were unlocked, police said.

No one is in custody, police said Thursday.

The Libertyville Police Department is using all residents to remain vigilant and to lock their vehicles, remove valuables and never leave keys or key fobs inside unattended cars. Residents are also reminded to secure garage doors and entryways to their homes, especially during overnight hours.

Anyone with home surveillance footage or additional information related to these incidents is urged to contact the Libertyville Police Department's Investigations Division at (847) 362-8310.