Police in Willimantic are warning residents to be on alert after several car break-ins on the south side of the city.
Police say the break-ins occurred during overnight hours in neighborhoods south of the Frog Bridge. The suspect or suspects used a rock or a brick to bust open vehicle windows and enter. In each incident, the items stolen were in plain view.
The department reminds residents to hide valuables such as wallets, purses and/or electronics should be secured in a truck or out of sight from thieves.
Anyone with information on the break-ins should contact Willimantic police.
