Police haven’t ruled out fining people who leave their car unlocked.
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Residents have been urged to be more vigilant, with police reporting a spate of break-ins.
A large number of vehicles targeted were not locked.
Inspector John Wadsworth from Griffith police said issuing fines would be a last resort.
“We don't want to be persecuting people for leaving cars unlocked,” he said.
“We don't want to get to a stage where we have to walk around giving out tickets to people.”
He said police were frustrated with the number of vehicles left unlocked.
“It's frustrating for police, but we have to continue to put the message out there to lock your cars.
“There is no set place or common place that they steal from motor vehicles.
“It occurs all around Griffith because these criminals are opportunists.
“They might see a ute parked outside a residence with tools in the back and if the vehicle is unlocked they won’t hesitate in grabbing them.”
He said break-ins seemed to occur in bunches.
“Quite often in Griffith you'll get very big spikes as the thieves go on sprees,” he said.
“They’ll often take people’s identity and money in the form of wallets and by the time we catch them the damage is done.”
This call for vigilance coincided with the recent formation of the Griffith Neighbourhood Watch.
Crime Prevention Officer at Griffith LAC Marc Roberts encouraged all sections of the community to come together to build a safer environment in which to live.
“The NHW aims to reduce localised crime and fear of crime, by promoting and coordinating multi-faceted approaches to prevention,” he said.
The recently formed Griffith NHW launched its Facebook page last week and is seeking support from the local community. Check out the Griffith Neighbourhood Watch Facebook page.