Six Cars Stolen from Hinsdale in Past Months

HINSDALE, IL — Over the last couple of months, the Hinsdale Police Department has been investigating six separate incidents of motor vehicle theft.

These vehicles were easy targets as they were left unlocked with the ignition key left inside each vehicle. In more than half of the motor vehicle thefts, the areas targeted were in close proximity to major expressways.

One of the vehicles was recovered in a Cook County suburb and four vehicles in the City of Chicago. Evidence collected from the recovered vehicles included ammunition and items suggesting extensive drug use.

Information developed suggests these stolen vehicles are being used in the commission of other serious crimes in the City of Chicago and surrounding suburbs.

As a reminder, the Hinsdale Police Department is urging the community to remove valuables from the interior your vehicles and lock the doors, particularly during the overnight hours. By simply locking your vehicle, you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of this type of crime.

Residents are encouraged to report suspicious activity by dialing 911 and allowing police officers to investigate the matter. If you should have any questions, please contact the Hinsdale Police Department at 630-789- 7070.

Submitted by the Hinsdale Police Department.