NEWS RELEASE
NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE
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The Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) is currently investigating a series of theft from vehicles, property damage, frauds, and stolen vehicle calls for service occurring overnight in typically rural areas across the Niagara Region. The incidents have been reported in the municipalities of Grimsby, West Lincoln, Lincoln, Pelham, Wainfleet, and Niagara-on-the-Lake, and have been taking place primarily between the hours of 1 and 4 a.m. since Feb. 13, 2025.
The suspects involved in these incidents appear to be targeting neighbourhoods and checking if vehicle doors parked in driveways have been left unlocked. If a vehicle door is found unlocked, the thieves steal valuables left inside, including wallets, keys, and cell phones. In some cases, vehicles have been stolen outright.
In light of these incidents, the Niagara Regional Police Service is urging members of the public to remain vigilant. NRPS recommends the following actions to help reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft:
- Ensure that all vehicles are locked when parked, even when parked in driveways.
- Remove any valuables, including wallets, keys, and cell phones, from vehicles or place them out of sight.
- Report any suspicious activity in your neighbourhood to the police immediately.
If you discover that your vehicle has been broken into overnight or if you have been a victim of these crimes, the NRPS urges you to file a report to assist in the investigation. This will help investigators gather information and work towards identifying the suspects involved.
The Niagara Regional Police Service is committed to protecting the safety and security of the community. We appreciate the public's assistance in staying alert and informed as we continue to investigate these incidents.
Anyone with information about this investigation is asked to contact detectives by calling 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009470.
Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously can contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest.
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