MASSENA — State police are reminding residents of Massena to lock their vehicles.

An extensive number of vehicle break-ins and thefts has occurred, with many happening in recent weeks, police said.

Thefts of recreational vehicles and trailers have also occurred.

Police recommend the following:

• Always lock your vehicle, even in your own driveway

• Close all windows, including sunroofs

• Never leave keys, valuables, or personal identification in a vehicle

• If possible, place padlocks on trailer hitches to prevent theft

• Lock garages and sheds where valuables, vehicles and recreational vehicles may be stored

Vehicles are being stolen or entered in part because victims have left a vehicle unlocked with the keys in it, police say.

Most recently, vehicle thefts and break-ins have occurred in the Malone and Massena areas.

Police recommend residents report any suspicious behavior to local law enforcement agencies.

Anyone with information pertaining to recent break-ins are asked to contact state police at (518) 873-2750.