Crime & Safety

Moorestown Sees Uptick In Overnight Car Burglaries: Police

Moorestown police are advising residents to take precautions to protect their cars after an uptick in overnight car burglaries.

MOORESTOWN, NJ — Moorestown police are advising residents to take precautions to protect their cars after an uptick in overnight car burglaries, primarily targeting unlocked vehicles.

“Residents are urged to take your keys/FOB, remove any valuables from plain view, and lock your vehicle,” police said in a statement. They also provided the following tips:

  • Do not leave valuables in plain view: (GPS devices, laptops, PDA’s, cell phones, MP3’s, wallets, purses)
  • Do not leave windows or sunroof open.
  • Do not leave doors unlocked.
  • Do not leave keys/FOBs in the vehicle.
  • Do not leave the garage door opener in plain view.
  • Do not leave items with personal identifiers in plain view.
  • Do move valuable items to the trunk while in public view.

Residents are asked to immediately call police at 856-234-8300 if they see something suspicious. For crimes in progress, call 911. Visit www.moorestownpd.com for more crime prevention and safety tips.

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