Sharp Hudson Valley Resident Catches Attempted Car Thief on Video

Following a number of recent car break-ins, a crime conscious Hudson Valley resident recorded a man attempting to enter a number of cars.

Kingston Police say recently a number of unlocked vehicles parked on Fairview Avenue were entered and had items stolen from.

Monday morning, Kingston Police posted video on their Facebook page that shows a potential thief at work. A resident on Fairview Avenue setup security cameras to try and catch the man.

In the video you can see someone walk up to a car, check the car door and finds it locked. He then walks into a driveway, as he reaches for the car door, the homes motion lights turn on, and the thief walks away.

Kingston Police released the video in hopes someone may recognize the man. If you have any information call the Kingston Police Department at 845-331-1671 or call the Kingston Police Tip Line at 845-331-4499 and leave a message. You can also leave anonymous tip using the “Submit a Tip” app the Kingston Police Department’s Facebook page.