Chicopee police warn residents of uptick in car break-ins Ashley Shook — WWLP

The Chicopee Police Department is warning residents about an uptick of cars left unlocked that were broken into recently.

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – The Chicopee Police Department is warning residents about an uptick of cars left unlocked that were broken into recently.

Police say that over the past two weeks, there have been a number of reported car break-ins and all of them were left unlocked. They say that suspects are walking through neighborhoods looking for vehicles that are unlocked.

The police shared a map of six pins identifying the following streets in the Chicopee Center area of reported incidents:

Henry Harris Street

Marion Street

Brooks Ave

Mellen Street

Davenport Street

Gilbert Ave

This serves as a reminder to lock your vehicles, even if they are in your driveway, and remove any valuables from your car. Mass.gov provides a list of tips to ensure your vehicle safety:

Park in well-lit areas

Close and lock all windows and doors when you park

Hide valuables out of sight, such as in the glove box or trunk

Do not leave your keys in your vehicle

Do not leave the area while your vehicle is running

Get a good car alarm

Add a car-theft tracking device

Police urged residents to call them if they see anything suspicious.

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