CHARLEMONT — State police in Shelburne Falls report that numerous vehicles parked at residences near Heath Stage Terrace and West Oxbow Road were broken into early Thursday morning.

Al of the vehicles that were broken into were unlocked and valuables were taken from inside the vehicles, according to police, who said residents should lock their vehicles and residences, and should not leave money or other valuables in their vehicles. Police said residents should alert them to suspicious people or vehicles in the area.

Charlemont Police and Massachusetts State Police assigned in Shelburne Falls are currently investigating the break-ins. Preliminary information suggests the person or people responsible for the thefts may live in the area and suffer from drug dependencies, according to police. 

Anyone with additional information should contact state police 413-625-6311 or Charlemont police at 413-625-8200.