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The stolen firearms include handguns, at least two rifles and a shotgun. Most of the stolen firearms were taken from unlocked vehicles.
Source: Las Cruces Police (via Facebook)
The Las Cruces Police Department has taken reports of eight firearms stolen from vehicles in eight days and, once again, is reminding owners to refrain from leaving guns unattended in vehicles.
The stolen firearms include handguns, at least two rifles and a shotgun. Most of the stolen firearms were taken from unlocked vehicles.
The Las Cruces Police Department offers these tips to help prevent firearm thefts:
• Remove firearms, ammunition, extra magazines and accessories when leaving your vehicle unattended.
• Roll up windows and lock doors when leaving a vehicle unattended.
• Remove firearms and accessories before loaning a vehicle or leaving it at a repair shop.
• Avoid decals or window stickers that identify yourself as a gun owner. Someone looking to steal a firearm may see that as an advertisement for what is inside.
• Call police immediately at (575) 526-0795 to report a stolen firearm and be prepared to provide the gun’s serial or identification number.
