July 28, 2016: Police want to inform the public that in the month of July there have been multiple thefts from motor vehicles parked at the Supply Pond (North Chestnut Street). The thefts have occurred between 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. while the vehicles owners were hiking in the Supply Pond Nature Trails.

In all cases the suspect(s) smashed the vehicle's window and stole a purse that was in plain view inside of the car. In one case, witnesses reported seeing a white van, possibly occupied by two black males, leaving the area of the theft.

Branford Police Department is requesting the public's assistance in being vigilant by protecting your personal property. This includes locking all doors on automobiles and closing windows when unattended as well as keeping money, expensive electronic devices and auto accessories out of plain view of potential thieves.

In addition, please report any suspicious activity immediately to police. Dispatchers will request as much information as possible. Please try to report a precise location and detailed descriptions of suspicious people including gender, race and clothing and for vehicles include make, model, color and license plate numbers if possible.

Please report all activity to the police at (203) 481-4241 or in an emergency by 911.