Monee, IL – Police are urging residents to lock their vehicles and homes after several overnight burglaries were reported in Monee this week. According to the Village of Monee Police Department, at least six motor vehicle burglaries occurred east of Will-Center Road over the past couple of nights.
Authorities said multiple items—including phones, purses, and other valuables—were taken from unlocked vehicles. “All the victims’ vehicles were unlocked,” police emphasized in a statement shared Thursday morning.
Investigators believe the suspects may be juveniles from the surrounding neighborhood. The department also reminded parents to be aware of their children’s whereabouts during late hours, noting that several incidents occurred around 2:30 a.m.
Police are currently collecting surveillance videos from nearby homes and asking residents to check their cameras for suspicious activity.
“Lock your doors—cars, garages, and homes,” the department wrote. “Be safe, be courteous, and be smart.”
Anyone with information or relevant footage is urged to contact the Monee Police Department as the investigation continues.
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