Trinity-Conception RCMP urges the public to lock up their vehicles

The RCMP in Trinity-Conception are urging residents to lock doors and safeguard valuables after an uptick in recent reports of mischief and thefts from parked cars.

Over the past week, police in Trinity-Conception have been called to investigate multiple reports of thefts from vehicles. In many cases, no items have been reported stolen; however, the suspect has gained entry and rummaged through the motor vehicle.

Officers are investigating these reports and urge all residents to practice safe habits. Always lock your vehicle doors, do not leave or store any valuable items in a vehicle for any period of time and report any suspicious activity to your local police immediately.

Thieves are often looking for valuables and easy-to-carry items. Loose change, wallets - containing debit cards, credit cards and personal identification - sunglasses and other personal items are often taken.