Residents of Ross Township's Laurel Gardens neighborhood found themselves at the center of a spate of thefts early Thursday morning as suspects took advantage of unlocked cars to pilfer personal items. According to a CBS News report, surveillance footage has captured two individuals trying to gain access to cars at around 4:30 a.m. Though specific streets were not disclosed, it is clear that several cars in the community were entered and had items taken from them.
Ross Township Police are actively investigating these incidents and have encouraged the public to proactively lock their cars to avoid becoming victims of such crimes. Additionally, they are reaching out to the community to collect any video evidence that could potentially help to quickly locate and apprehend the culprits. Recognizing the need to swiftly address the situation, police have requested anyone with pertinent information or footage to make contact as soon as possible, according to WPXI.
The break-ins have prompted a warning from the local police department, which has reiterated the importance of securing vehicles by locking doors and removing valuables from sight. While the Ross Township Police work to gather more information and pursue leads, they are reinforcing this message to mitigate the risk of future thefts from vehicles in the area. The Department can be reached at 412-931-9070 by anyone who might have information that could aid in resolving these unsettling events.
