3rd PCT COMMANDING OFFICER, JOHN M. ROWAN, ISSUES ADVISORY TO RESIDENTS TO SAFEGUARD THEMSELVES AGAINST CAR THEFTS. 
Hello, Neighbors. Since December 27 we have had 6 vehicles reported stolen in Central Islip, Brentwood, North Bay Shore, and Islip. All of these vehicles were left running either outside a private residence or a commercial establishment. While I understand in the cold weather it may be convenient to leave a vehicle running while you run in to get your morning coffee, these crimes are totally preventable. In addition, it is a violation of the NYS Vehicle and Traffic Law Section 1210 (Unattended Motor Vehicle) – to leave a vehicle running unattended. Protect your property – don’t leave your car running and don’t leave the keys in the vehicle. Please share this and let’s prevent this crime from happening to you and your friends.
Inspector John M. Rowan
Address/Location
Suffolk County Police - 3rd Precinct
1630 5th Ave
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 631-854-8300