Halton police is investigating a series of break and enters in southeast Oakville.
On Tuesday, January 9, between the hours of 6pm and 7pm, police responded to two break-ins in the same neighbourhood. Investigators believe these incidents to be related and committed by an organized crew of suspects.
In a news release, police said that thieves are taking advantage of reduced daylight hours and targeting homes at a time when people may not have arrived home from work. Suspects are smashing a rear window or patio door and targeting the primary bedroom looking for jewelry, cash, and other valuables.
Police also shared safety tips to help residents deter break and enter crimes.
“Make your residence appear occupied when no one is home (consider timers for lights and electronics),” the Halton police news release said. “Lock and secure all windows and doors, consider installing interior and exterior video cameras. Establish open lines of communication with neighbours and report any suspicious activity to the police.”
No arrests have been made at this time, and anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the 2 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 905-825-4777 ext. 2216.
Tips can also be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or through the web at www.haltoncrimestoppers.ca.
