Residents in the Heritage subdivision off Ga. Highway 74 in Peachtree City woke up Saturday morning to find out a thief or thieves had been at work in the neighborhood.

Numerous items were stolen overnight from unlocked autos and open garages, police said. Among the stolen items were radios, money, a laptop computer, GPS units, an Ipod, wallets and alcohol, police said.

The incidents occurred between 10 p.m. and 9 a.m., police said.

Thieves will watch areas and target cars, homes and people who make themselves easy victims, police said. Residents should use avoid leaving packages, purses or valuables in their car, police said.

Police also are urging residents to take other precautions to discourage criminals, including:
• Keep vehicles and homes locked;
• Do not leave valuable items in vehicles; and
• Call the police if you see any suspicious activity, or hear suspicious noises.