Increase In Car Break-Ins Reported In North Andover

NORTH ANDOVER, MA — Police are reporting an increase in car break-ins during overnight hours.

Police said that the "one common denominator is the vehicles were left unlocked."

Here's what police wrote on Facebook:

We are having an uptick in car breaks into UNLOCKED vehicles during the overnight hours. This is happening in random areas around town. The one common denominator is the vehicles were left unlocked.

Remove or hide valuables.
Remove keys from vehicle.
LOCK THE DOORS.

If you see suspicious activity, please report it immediately at 978-683-3168. No matter the time of night or early a.m. hours.

Thank you and stay safe !!