The
Worth Police Department has received an increased number
of thefts from
motor vehicles calls in our village.
In addition, we have also received reports
of theft from garages, sometimes in the same area or even
on the same residence.
The thefts have been occurring in
the
late evening to
early morning
hours.
By and large most all the motor vehicles and garages were left unlocked. Where
forced entry was made, usually something of value was left in plain view.
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Items taken during the thefts have included but are not limited to GPS units,
MP3 players, wallets, purses, credit cards and miscellaneous cash and change.
The Worth Police Department requests that you:
1) Lock your cars and garages.
2) Not leave valuable items like GPS units in vehicles, especially in plain
view.
3) Preferable park somewhere well lit and leave outside lights on.
Look at your property and see what can be improved for crime prevention. Trim
large bushes, as they can be excellent hiding places. Install motion lights,
alarms, and video surveillance if possible. Barking dogs are an excellent deterrent.
Residents are urged to report any suspicious persons, especially those who may
be walking down residential streets/driveways in the overnight hours and looking
into car windows and trying door handles.
Suspicious vehicles
should also be reported. Report vehicles that seem to be circling
the same area or are taking on and or letting out suspicious passengers.
Please immediately report any suspicious persons or activity by calling 9-1-1.
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