Car Stolen From Driveway In Montclair, Police Say

MONTCLAIR, NJ — Two people stole a car from a driveway in Montclair last weekend, authorities say.

The Montclair Police Department released the following details about the theft, which took place Sunday on Amelia Street:

“The resident reported that his 2021 BMW 540 was stolen from his driveway during the overnight hours. Surveillance footage shows a white BMW SUV pulling up to the front of the residence. Two individuals exit and walk up the driveway of the residence. The first suspect attempted to first try the door handle on a Jeep parked in the driveway, but was unsuccessful. The second suspect walks up to the involved vehicle and attempts the driver side door handle. Suspect #2 was successful in gaining access to the vehicle. The first suspect then enters the passenger side door of the involved vehicle. The vehicle then backs out of the driveway and begins to travel westbound on Amelia Street.”

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