DAVIS COUNTY—The Davis County Sheriff’s Office has seen an uptick in stolen vehicles and firearms over the last four months and more than 300 vehicles have been broken into. There have been 58 stolen vehicles and more than 30 stolen firearms prompting the Sheriff’s Office to warn residents to lock their vehicles and belongings at night and urging the community to take proactive steps to prevent these types of crimes.

 Several law enforcement agencies in Davis County have partnered with the Davis County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) to share information and work together to find those responsible and prevent future crimes, a DCSO release said. 

The Davis County Sheriff’s Office made a plea to the public in August to lock up their belongings after 14 vehicles were burglarized in one night in Fruit Heights, resulting in five firearms being stolen from unlocked vehicles. Similar crimes have been reported in the months following with additional firearms being stolen from unlocked vehicles, the release said. 

Through the diligent work of the Investigative Unit and partnering agencies, 11 stolen firearms have been recovered. The Davis County Sheriff’s Office continues to see unsecured firearms left in unlocked vehicles and reminds the public that no weapons should ever be left in unlocked vehicles.  

The Davis County Sheriff’s Office offers these tips to protect your property:

• Never leave a weapon in a vehicle. 
• Always lock your vehicle. In nearly all cases investigated by our office, no force was used to enter the vehicles.
• Do not leave your keys inside the vehicle.
• Establish a nightly routine to ensure your property and belongings are securely stored.
• Be a good steward of your neighborhood. Please report any suspicious activity. 

By collaborating with law enforcement and reporting suspicious activities, residents contribute directly to the safety and security of the entire community. Although some suspects have been apprehended, several are still at large and actively committing additional crimes, the release said.

If you suspect that your friend, child, neighbor, or acquaintance is involved, please contact the Davis County Investigative Unit at 801-451-4403.