Multiple Vehicle Break-ins Reported On West Beach In Gulf Shores

OBA Staff • March 14, 2024

Gulf Shores Police Department Investigates Early Morning Car Break-ins

Gulf Shores, Ala. – (OBA) – Gulf Shores, Alabama, faced a security breach on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, as six vehicles were broken into along West Beach Blvd. Early in the morning, thieves targeted cars, smashing the windows of two and finding four unlocked. They stole a handgun, purses, and other valuables. The incidents happened at 200 West 4th Ave, 201 West 4th Ave, 605 West Beach Blvd., and 801 West Beach Blvd.

The Gulf Shores Police Department believes four people may be involved. They have descriptions of two suspects. One is a man with a dark complexion, lean, wearing a dark hoodie, gray shorts, dark Crocs, and a black mask. The other is lighter-skinned, wearing a white T-shirt, a green Bass Pro hat, dark jeans, with tattoos on his left forearm. Details on the other two suspects are currently unknown.

This investigation is ongoing. Gulf Shores Police encourage anyone with information to contact them at 251-968-2431, assuring callers can remain anonymous. They also remind everyone to lock their vehicles and hide valuables.

Gulf Shores is known for its commitment to a safe, clean, and family-friendly environment, making these break-ins particularly alarming for the police officers and the community.

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