Whitecourt RCMP encourages residents to not leave vehicles running with doors unlocked and keys inside.

RCMP Whitecourt is investigating a rash of vehicle thefts in the community over the last two weeks. There have been more than five vehicles stolen from Whitecourt between Dec. 5 to Dec. 16. Vehicles stolen have been left running with the doors unlocked with keys left in the ignition.

If you have any information regarding these thefts, please contact the Whitecourt RCMP at 780-779-5900. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.