He's advising to secure keys after recent incidents.
A Laois Offaly Crime Prevention Officer is urging people to park smart.
Sergeant Graham Kavanagh, believes it's vital to remove all valuables from your car when parked.
This comes following a number of thefts from unlocked vehicles in Edenderry over the weekend.
Keys should be stored away from the front door to avoid key fishing or relay theft crimes.
Sergeant Kavanagh says its better to be safe than sorry:
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