Charlottetown police report spike in thefts from vehicles
Charlottetown police say they will be stepping up patrols in areas of the city that have seen a recent rise in thefts from vehicles.
East Royalty, Sherwood and Lewis Point areas most affected
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Charlottetown police say they will be stepping up patrols in areas of the city that have seen a recent rise in thefts from vehicles.
Several thefts have been reported in the neighbourhoods of East Royalty, Sherwood and Lewis Point, police said in a news release.
Police are advising residents keep their vehicles locked, and avoid leaving valuables inside.
Anyone who sees suspicious activity is asked to call police.