CLANTON, AL (WBRC)- The police chief in Clanton has a big problem on his hands. Chief Brian Stilwell says there's been a rash of armed robberies in his city.

He thinks the same crook has committed robberies in several other towns, including Hoover.

Authorities believe it is one guy acting alone in all these situations. They suspect he may be travelling up and down I-65 looking for targets.

Over the last months he's hit five Alabama towns that are as far as three plus hours away from each other. Police hope to stop him before hits more.

One of the most recent victims was a clerk at an Exxon gas station who goes by "Christina." She described what happened during the robbery.

"Was about 7:40. I was standing at the counter and I heard the door open. The guy came in, pointed the gun at me and said, where's the money?" Christina said.

The city of Fultondale will celebrate the 29th annual National Night Out on Tuesday, Aug. 7. The anti-crime celebration will be held at Fultondale Black Creek Park from 6 p.m. until 9 p.m.

National Night Out is a nationwide campaign designed to give community members the chance to meet local law enforcement officers and help prevent crime in their neighborhoods.

There will be free food, door prizes, games, inflatables and more for families and community members to enjoy at the Fultondale celebration.

The purpose of National Night Out is to:

1. Heighten crime prevention awareness

2. Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs

3. Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships

4. Send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.

Find out more about National Night Out at www.natw.org/nno.

As the temperatures get warmer it can be tempting to leave the AC running in your car while you pop into the store or your house. But Birmingham Police have noticed an increase in car thefts and break-ins of vehicles that are left unattended.

No matter where you live, their tips for keeping your car safe can prevent thieves from helping themselves to your property: