The Many Police Department is urging residents to lock their vehicles and secure valuables after two attempted thefts were reported.

According to authorities, both incidents involved unlocked vehicles, making them easy targets for would-be thieves.

In the first case, a vehicle owner spotted an individual sitting inside their car, causing the suspect to flee the scene before any theft occurred.

The second incident initially resulted in a stolen vehicle; however, a BOLO (Be On the Lookout) alert issued by Many PD led to a quick interception by Natchitoches Police Department less than an hour later.

The suspects abandoned the vehicle and fled on foot.

Evidence was collected from both scenes as the investigation continues.

“Do not leave valuables in your vehicle and make sure your vehicle is locked,” Many PD warned in a statement, emphasizing that unlocked cars remain prime targets for opportunistic theft.