Several vehicle break-ins have been occurring in driveways, streets in front of homes and apartment complex parking lots in Ralston

RALSTON, Nebraska- The thefts that have been reported to the Ralston Police Department in recent times have been numerous.

The Ralston Police Department reports that vehicle break-ins have been taking place in driveways, on the streets in front of homes, and in the parking lots of apartment complexes.

The Ralston Police Department suggests the following measures to limit the number of thefts that occur:

Keep the doors of your vehicle locked at all times, and never leave valuables behind.
Make use of the outdoor illumination wherever it is available, or install lights that are actuated by motion.
Think about installing a surveillance system or camera on the exterior of your home.
Notify authorities of any suspicious behavior.
If you can, park your vehicle inside of a garage rather than in the driveway or on the street.
Keeping track of the serial numbers of pricey things is a good idea. You might be able to get your stuff back with the help of this information.
You should never leave firearms unattended in a vehicle.

According to the Ralston Police Department, each year, criminals steal anywhere from 300,000 to 600,000 firearms in the United States.