WARNING: Reported Vehicle Prowls Surging In Duluth, Minnesota

If you're not sure what vehicle prowling is, it's the act of breaking into or entering a vehicle with the intent to commit a crime, such as theft.

It is a property crime often caused by opportunism, where thieves target unlocked doors or open windows and steal items that are left visible, which often include personal belongings, electronics, and vehicle parts like tires or batteries.

It can also lead to bigger issues if the criminals steal a purse, wallet, or any document that contains personal information, which could then be used to commit identity theft or fraud.

For victims, it's a very violating experience, which can cause a lot of stress and uncertainty as they try to recall what all they had in their vehicle at the time of the crime.

Unfortunately, vehicle prowling is on the rise in parts of Minnesota, including in the northern part of the state, where authorities recently advised residents to take action to protect themselves.

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Duluth Police Department Warns Of Increased Reports of Vehicle Prowling

On November 12, 2025, the Duluth Police Department shared a video of an attempted vehicle prowl on its Facebook page and warned residents in the area that reported incidents such as this have been significantly increasing in recent years in the Duluth area.

According to authorities, from January 1 to October 27, 2022, there were 657 vehicle prowling calls for service.

In that same timeframe in 2025, there have been 978 vehicle prowling calls. The numbers show a 48% increase in vehicle prowl calls for service from 2022 to 2025.

The video below shows an individual attempting to gain entry into a locked vehicle, which was thankfully locked. If a door had been left unlocked, the person would have quickly stolen whatever they could get their hands on.

Authorities want to remind everyone to always lock their vehicle and close their windows. The Duluth Police Department says it will continue to monitor these incidents and will increase patrols in areas where vehicle prowls are more susceptible.

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