East Windsor police investigate car burglaries

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The East Windsor Police Department is investigating a rash of vehicle burglaries and tire thefts that have occurred since July 25.

Tires were stolen from four vehicles in Twin Rivers development, police said. The thieves propped them up on milk crates and stole the tires and wheels. They broke into two of the vehicles to find the wheel lug nut lock. There were at least three persons involved, all wearing ski masks.

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One car was stolen and several other vehicles were burglarized in the area of Cornwall Drive overnight on July 25, police said. In each case, the victims had left the vehicle doors unlocked.

Police are advising residents to lock their vehicles and to take the keys inside with them. They are also urged to call 911 if they see any suspicious activity.

Anyone who lives in the area and has video is asked to call Detective Joseph Amejka at (609) 443-7231 or send an email to tips@ewpd.com.

LEA KAHN, Staff Writer
LEA KAHN, Staff Writer
Lea began working for the Packet publications in 1985, covering Lawrence Twp., and then expanding her coverage to Princeton in 2019. While history is her favorite topic, she has earned 13 awards from the New Jersey Press Association for coverage ranging from features to government and education. Lea continues to cover Lawrence Twp. and Princeton. She can be reached via email at lkahn@donnelly.media.

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