Franklin, TN – Three car burglaries during one overnight in a quiet Franklin neighborhood have police reminding residents of the importance of locking their vehicles.

On Monday night, someone rummaged through at least three unlocked cars, stealing a variety of valuables from inside. Most troubling to police: a handgun is now unaccounted for and on the street after it was stolen from the console of one of the unlocked cars. The specific areas affected by the burglaries include Olde Cameron Lane, Towne Park Lane, and Tilton Drive.

Police recommend not leaving valuables in vehicles, and urge motorists to always lock their car doors.

Information about these cases is worth up to $1,000 with a simple call to Crime Stoppers: (615) 794-4000. 

To send an anonymous tip to Franklin Police, text the keyword 615FPD, along with your message to 847411 (Tip411), or call Franklin Police at (615) 794-2513