Mass. police ask for public's help after 12 car break-ins, with 2 cars and credit cards stolen
Along with the car thefts, the Reading Police Department said in a statement that some items were stolen during the break-ins, including credit cards.
These incidents appear to have happened between 11:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 18, and 2 a.m. on Monday, May 19, police said. The break-ins and thefts happened on Spruce Road, Marla Lane, Covey Hill Road, Henzie Street, Spring Street, Criterion Road, Gardner Road and Rice Road.
'If you have any information or footage that can help, please call us at 781-944-1212 and speak to an officer,' the department stated.
The department also reminded that 'as safe as Reading is, crime can happen anywhere.' Police urge residents not to leave valuables in their car, including their car keys, and ask that people lock their cars and homes.
'We know life is busy and we are here for you, but just a reminder,' the statement concluded.
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