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ALBANY, Ga. (WALB) - The Thomas County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO) is investigating a series of entering auto incidents.

According to the sheriff’s office, these incidents occurred in the early morning hours of Wednesday, May 14 in the Timber Ridge Drive area.

TCSO said deputies responded to multiple reports from residents in the area who discovered that their vehicles had been unlawfully entered sometime throughout the late night or early morning hours.

Investigators said they believe that the incidents are connected. The sheriff’s office said they are actively pursuing leads to identify the individual or individuals responsible for the entered autos.

The sheriff’s office urges all residents to remain vigilant, lock their vehicles, remove all valuables and firearms and report any suspicious activity. If you have any information related to these incidents, you can contact the Thomas County Sheriff’s Office Investigation Division at 229-225-3315.

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