Toms River police released surveillance video Thursday showing an attempt by at least two suspects to steal a car in the township Wednesday – while the driver was still inside!
According to police, suspects in a silver Audi – itself believed to be stolen out of Clifton – attempted to steal a vehicle on Todd Road. The vehicle’s owner was inside the car at the time and startled the suspect, who then fled the area. Immediately after, the same suspects made attempts in Wall Township, according to police.
“The vehicle was most likely targeted due to the position of the mirrors, indicating it was unlocked,” police said in a statement. “Please remember to lock your doors 24 hours of the day as New Jersey is experiences a surge in auto thefts.”
There have been over 700 reported vehicle thefts in New Jersey in 2022, the department reported.
