Three teens arrested in series of vehicle break-ins in Durham
Durham police arrested three young men last week in connection with a series of break-ins of vehicles.
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Someone called police just before 3:30 a.m. on April 19 to report that cars were being broken into in the 4600 block of Hope Valley Road. When officers arrived, they caught the trio in the progress of a break-in.
The suspects ran, but police were able to track them all down.
Nizer Bennett, 16, was charged with two counts of breaking and entering a motor vehicle.
Jacarri Lassiter, 16, was charged with two counts of breaking and entering a motor vehicle and one count of resisting a public officer.
Messiah Whitted, 16, was charged with three counts of breaking and entering a motor vehicle, one count of resisting a public officer and one count of possession of stolen property.
The Durham Police Department offered the following crime prevention tips to help decrease vehicle break-ins:
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Do not leave packages in plain view inside your vehicle. Put them in the trunk or cover them up.
- Do not leave valuables in your vehicle.
- Keep a record of serial numbers for items such as stereo equipment, electronics and other personal items.
- Keep your vehicle in a well-lighted area.
- Report suspicious activity to 911.
- Secure your vehicle at all times. Lock your doors.
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