Rash of car thefts plagues Milton area
MILTON — Residents here have been victims of thefts from their motor vehicles for the past several months, resulting in thousands of dollars worth of property damage and stolen money.
The thieves are targeting unlocked vehicles, as well as vehicles on the road, in driveways and in garages. The thieves take change left in the vehicle and small moveable property, such as electronics.
Residents are encouraged to lock their vehicles, garages and residences and to call the Milton Police Department to report any suspicious behavior. If a crime is observed in progress, call 911 immediately.
Anyone with any other information about these crimes should call the Milton Police Department at (608) 757-2244. The Milton Police Department and Janesville Area CrimeStoppers will offer a reward for anyone coming forward with information that leads to the arrest of the suspect or suspects in the case.
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Dec 26, 2008 at 11:13 p.m.
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I would be surprised if it is not the same people/person that was stealing from vehicles here in Milton earlier this year. We are a small, lax community of neighbors. However, most of us are now locking things up, where we didn't feel the need in years past.
My next door neighbor neglectfully left his wallet in his truck. Not only was it stolen but also, all the spare change in his ash tray.
I never used to lock my vehicle... in fact hubby used to leave his keys in his truck. No more however... its just sickening to lose that sense of security in our own home and on our own property. Its definitely a sign of the times we live in.
But I tell ya what... I would have NO problem turning my dog loose on a perp... Oops, she just slipped out the door and managed to bite the dude in the .... (heh-hehehhhh)
Dec 26, 2008 at 7:50 p.m.
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I myself just had things stolen from my truck parked under the lights and in between 6-8 p.m. at blackbridge bowl. Reported it and never saw it in the paper! Still happening in Janesville!!!
Dec 24, 2008 at 10:59 p.m.
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Has anyone but myself wondered if the 4 guys they busted stealing from cars here in Janesvile A few months back (out on the far northeast side from vehicles in motel and theater parking lots) were still in custody, or have they possibly moved alittle further north 10-15 miles? Just something the police may want to check into seems like the same M.O.
Dec 24, 2008 at 9:46 p.m.
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stupid kids
Dec 24, 2008 at 11:20 a.m.
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And this is a new type of crime?
Dec 24, 2008 at 10:56 a.m.
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The headline suggests that cars are being stolen in Milton.
Dec 24, 2008 at 10:39 a.m.
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757-2244 is the non-emergency number at the Rock County Communications Center (911).
http://www.co.rock.wi.us/Dept/Comm911/Co...
Dec 24, 2008 at 10:07 a.m.
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Why does the Milton police dept. have a Janesville phone number?
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