Windsor Police said 14 vehicles were stolen in a week. 5 were unlocked with keys inside

Windsor Police said officers took 14 reports of stolen vehicles in the past week. 5 were unlocked with the keys inside. 8 have been recovered. Turn it off, take the keys, lock it, even if you're not gone long.

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Windsor Police are reminding drivers to lock up after a week of vehicle thefts.

Windsor Police said Saturday, Oct. 17, that officers responded to 14 reports of stolen vehicles in the past week. Five of those vehicles had the doors unlocked with the keys left inside. Through investigation, officers have recovered eight of the vehicles.

What police are asking

Windsor Police said drivers should always lock their vehicle and take their keys and valuables with them. CTV News Windsor reported the service's reminder applies even if you are not gone long.

CTV News Windsor also listed these Windsor Police prevention tips:

Check that your licence plate hasn't been switched.

Turn off the vehicle, remove your keys and lock it when it's not in use.

Install a GPS tracking device or an alarm system.

Call 911 to report suspicious activity.

How to report

Auto thefts can be reported to Windsor Police at 519-258-6111. Anonymous tips can go to Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 or online.