Crime & Safety
Multiple Car Break-Ins, Thefts Reported In Reading
Police are asking for residents' help after car break-ins and motor vehicle thefts were reported earlier this week.
READING, MA — There were multiple car break-ins including two stolen motor vehicles recently, according to police.
Police received reports that 12 cars were entered overnight Monday. Two of those motor vehicles were stolen. The others were entered and some had items stolen from them.
Police are asking if you live on the following streets or close by to check any outside camera footage. The break-ins appear to have happened around 11:30 p.m. Sunday to 2 a.m. Monday on Spruce Road, Marla Lane, Covey Hill Road, Henzie Street, Spring Street, Criterion Road, Gardner Road, and Rice Road.
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"Detectives are working hard and following up on all leads," police said. "We are working with other agencies to investigate some of the stolen credit cards used."
If you have any information or footage that can help, call police at 781-944-1212 and speak to an officer.
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"This is a reminder that as safe as Reading is, crime can happen anywhere," police said. "Please do not leave valuables in your car, do not leave the car keys in the car, and lock your car doors. Always lock your home as well. Many of these crimes are often committed through unlocked cars and homes. We know life is busy and we are here for you but just a reminder."
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