WHITE COUNTY, Ill. (KFVS) - The sheriff’s department is investigating multiple reports of stolen ATVs, UTVs and lawn mowers throughout White County.

According to deputies, in several cases, the vehicles were left with keys in the ignition, store in unsecured buildings or parked in open areas.

Anyone with information on the thefts is encouraged to contact the White County Sheriff’s Department at 618-382-5321.

White County Sheriff Jordan Weiss offered these tips for preventing future thefts:

Remove keys from all vehicles and equipment when not in use

Store equipment in locked and secured locations whenever possible

Consider installing exterior security cameras or surveillance systems to deter criminal activity and help law enforcement if there is a theft

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