Car stolen from Westfield driveway after overnight home break-in
Westfield, NJ – A quiet neighborhood in Westfield was shaken early Wednesday morning when a vehicle was stolen from a driveway following a residential burglary, according to police.
Around 3:25 a.m., a suspect entered a home on the 400 block of Colonial Avenue and took a key fob before stealing the vehicle from the property. The burglary and subsequent theft occurred while the residents were home, though no injuries were reported.
The Westfield Police Department confirmed the incident on Wednesday morning and said officers are actively investigating. Patrols have been increased throughout residential areas in response to a recent uptick in vehicle thefts, which often spike during the holiday season.
Officials did not release information on the make or model of the stolen vehicle. Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage from the area and seeking tips from the public.
Westfield police are urging residents to remain alert and report any suspicious activity immediately by calling 9-1-1. They also reminded homeowners to lock doors, secure key fobs, and take precautions amid an ongoing regional trend of thefts involving high-end vehicles.
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Key Points
- Vehicle stolen around 3:25 a.m. Wednesday from Colonial Avenue driveway
- Theft followed home burglary where key fob was taken
- Police increase patrols amid rise in holiday-season vehicle thefts