New York State Police from the Brewster barracks and the Putnam County Sheriff's Office have received an increased reports of stolen vehicles and valuables stolen from cars.  Police say the crimes involve unlocked cars or cars with their keys inside.  Police are reminding residents to keep their cars locked at all times. 

Meanwhile New York State Police this week arrested three people, including a Carmel woman for felony burglary, criminal possession of stolen property, possession of burglar tools and unlawful possession of radio devices.  22-year old James Evans and 23-year old Anamile Gomez, both of Wappingers Falls were charged, along with 20-year old Stephanie Ilardi of Carmel. 

(Evans, Gomez, Ilardi)

Evans was released after posting bond, and Gomez and Ilardi were both released under the supervision of Probation. They were scheduled for future court appearances. 

The burglaries were done at vacant homes in the Wappinger area.