The Simi Valley Police Department Detective Unit recently recovered three truckloads of property that was stolen from local rental storage units.

According to Lt. Joe May, approximately 10 victims have been located and have identified their property. As of Wednesday evening, there were 18 additional messages left on the police tip line from residents who believe their property might be among the recovered items.

Police believe the thefts began last October, though earlier robberies may not have been reported.

May said the property was found when detectives served a search warrant several weeks ago at a location he couldn’t disclose.

Electronics, computers, tools and sports equipment are just some of the items being held at the police station.

Guy Lewandowski went to the police department to see if some of his property was there, including photographs and sports memorabilia that held sentimental value.

The Simi resident said that when he got a call from Public Storage on E. Los Angeles Avenue telling him that his unit had been left open, he knew something was wrong.

“Boxes were torn apart, stuff was thrown on the floor, clothes were everywhere,” Lewandowski said.

Dirt bike gear and camping equipment were also among the items stolen. He was able to claim some of his possessions at the police station, but since they are evidence, he wasn’t able to take them home.

No arrests have been made, but the investigation into the thefts continues.

Police are looking to identify other potential victims whose property was stolen from storage facilities in Simi Valley.

The stolen property will be displayed to the public from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. tomorrow, March 6, at the Simi Valley Police Department, 3901 Alamo St.

The property will be shown by appointment only. Victims of theft from a storage unit, whether or not the crime was reported to the police department, should call (805) 5836984 to set up their appointment.

Potential victims must be able to give detectives a detailed list of their stolen items before being allowed to view the property.

May said all residents who have storage units should check to make sure their property is safe and secure.

“Citizens are encouraged to check their storage facilities to see if they have been a victim of a crime, because there is a possibility that we may have their property here,” the lieutenant said.

--Updated 12:24 p.m., March 5