UWPD reports thefts from campus parking lots

Since mid-April, several vehicle break-ins have occurred in Lot 46, 301 N. Lake St., and Lot 83 (the Fluno Center), 314 N. Frances St. Items stolen from the vehicles include a handgun, portable electronics and cash.

The University Police Department has increased patrols in these and other university parking lots in an attempt to apprehend the suspect or suspects.

University police remind you to not leave valuables in your vehicle and to be sure to lock the vehicle’s doors. If you see suspicious persons in the area, report it immediately.

Contact UW police at 264-COPS (264-2677) or Madison Area Crime Stoppers at 266-6014.