Central Plains RCMP are requesting public assistance in connection with a recent rash of break and enters to vehicles in Portage.
Portage RCMP have received reports of numerous break and enters to vehicles in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba that occurred between August 2 and 9, 2011.
Police say that items left in the vehicles were taken and attempts were made to steal the vehicles. Damage was done to the door locks and windows as well as to the steering columns and ignitions.
Anyone with information about these incidents are asked to contact the Portage la Prairie RCMP at (204)857-4445 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
Police are reminding vehicle owners to remove the keys and lock their car doors when the vehicle is not in use. As well remember to keep valuables out of sight and park in a well lit area whenever possible.
Police continue to investigate.
