Peabody Police are warning of a rash of car break-ins

Police said on Monday morning that there had been a “noticeable increase” in thefts recently.

Jun 17, 2024 10:46 am EDT

PEABODY, MA — Peabody Police are urging residents to take extra precautions to secure their vehicles after a “notable increase in car break-ins recently.”

Police issued the warning on Monday morning along with advice on how to prevent your vehicle from being a target.

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“Your safety and the security of your property are our top priorities,” police said, “and we need your help to address this matter effectively.”

Police advised to always lock an unattended vehicle and ensure the windows are closed “even if you are leaving the vehicle for a few minutes”.

“An unlocked vehicle is an easy target,” police said.

Police also urged residents to talk to their neighbors about the increase in burglaries to help increase their vigilance, report any suspicious activity to Peabody Police at 978-531-1212 or [email protected] and share images with police home security that include any suspicious activity.

“Together, we can keep our community safe,” police said.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at [email protected]. X/Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)