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<b>APEX, N.C.</b> — Apex police said Wednesday that they are investigating more than 90 cases of vehicle break-ins over the past six months.

Police described the break-ins as &quot;crimes of opportunity&quot; in which the vehicles were unlocked and valuables left in plain sight. Stolen items include purses, wallets, laptops, iPods and cash.

Anyone with information on the break-ins or who sees anything suspicious should call the Apex Police Department at 919-362-8661.

Police offered tips to deter vehicle break-ins:

<ul><li>Lock your car.</li><li>Lock your garage.</li><li>Secure valuables in your home whenever possible.</li><li>Lock small items such as iPods in a locked glove box.</li><li>Secure items of value in your trunk.</li><li>Keep valuables out of plain sight.</li></ul>

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