The Vinton Police Department is asking citizens to lock their vehicles when vehicles are parked during the day or night when they are home or away.  \

This past Friday night a resident of Vinton was a victim of a car burglary. Their vehicle was entered and the contents rummaged through while it was parked in their driveway over the weekend. Ten music CDs and about $5 in change was reported stolen. The police department is asking for help from citizens to report any suspicious activities in their neighborhood by calling the Vinton Police Department at 319-472-2321.