Gardaí issue advise to Carlow public following spate of car break-ins
33% of vehicles broken into are unlocked at the time
Sgt. Conor Egan of Carlow Garda Station is appealing to all vehicle owners to ensure that their vehicles are locked and secured when unattended, following a spate of car break-ins over the weekend.
Egan stated that, '22% of all thefts from vehicles are at Residential locations.'
'33% of vehicles broken into are unlocked at the time.'
'12am- 7am is when over half of these thefts occur.'
'Driveways are the most common place for these thefts'
'Jewellery, sunglasses, electronics, cash, sports equipment and tools are the items most commonly stolen from vehicles.'
To prevent theft, Sgt. Egan gives the following advise to locals:
- Wherever you park your car or van, take your property with you
- Ensure your vehicle is locked, alarmed and parked in a secure, well-lit location.
- Store your keys safely, away from windows and letterboxes.