Dunedin Police are urging the public to stay vigilant following recent vehicle offending across the city.
Overnight, Police observed a vehicle that had been reported stolen on South Road. When signalled to stop, Police say the driver fled and, due to the manner of driving, officers did not pursue the vehicle.
Senior Sergeant Brian Benn says Police are conducting area enquiries to locate the vehicle and offenders; warning it was not an isolated incident.
“Recently, we have received a few reports of vehicles being stolen across Dunedin, or items being stolen out of vehicles,” Snr Sgt Benn said.
“It appears the offenders are youths, who are then driving recklessly and evading Police.
“We are urging the public to please report any suspicious activity in or around vehicles, as well as any dangerous driving, immediately to 111 in order to give our officers the best chance at catching these offenders.
“We also urge you to lock your vehicles and if they need to be parked on the street, try park them in areas that are of high visibility and never leave valuable items in clear view in your vehicle.”
If you have any information on recent vehicle offending and those involved, please contact 105 – you can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
