MADISON, Wis. — Madison police are investigating after a car thief stole a vehicle from a residence on the city’s near west side.
Police responded to the 700 block of Chapman Street shortly after 7:15 a.m. Wednesday for a report of a burglary.
Authorities said the suspects gained access to the home by using a garage door opener in an unlocked car that was parked outside overnight. Police said the suspects then grabbed keys from inside the home and drove off in a vehicle that was parked in the garage.
According to an incident report, other vehicles in the area had been rummaged through, but nothing was stolen.
Anyone with information about the theft is asked to contact the Madison Police Department at 608-255-2345 or Madison Area Crime Stoppers at 608-266-6014.
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