All articles tagged with #break ins
Sabrina Carpenter was granted a five-year restraining order against 31-year-old William Applegate after he repeatedly attempted to break into her Los Angeles home; Carpenter’s petition says she fears for her safety and she never communicated with him, while Applegate claimed they were part of a classified program, and a judge ordered him to stay away for five years.
Deputies in Ludington, Michigan, have released surveillance video of a suspect involved in a series of break-ins at nine businesses over the weekend, prompting a public appeal for help in identifying the individual. The businesses were subjected to vandalism and attempted burglaries, with the suspect causing significant damage but not stealing anything. The community is unsettled by the incidents, and law enforcement is urging businesses to take safety precautions such as installing security systems and fortified locks. The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Mason County Sheriff’s Office.
Multiple businesses in Cleveland's Shaker Square have been broken into, prompting community support for affected establishments, including a Subway that was targeted four times in a week. Edwins Restaurant owner Brandon Chrostowski rallied support for the Subway, purchasing sandwiches and gift cards, and encouraging others to do the same. Other businesses in the area have also been affected, leading to concerns within the community. Despite the break-ins, the affected businesses remain open, and residents are showing their support to help them recover.
The Reading Police Department is investigating a series of stolen cars, break-ins, and thefts that occurred in the early morning hours on Saturday. At least three vehicles were taken from different streets in town, and nine residents reported their cars being broken into. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant by keeping their car doors locked, closing windows and sunroofs, and not leaving valuables inside their vehicles.
Cary, North Carolina, experienced a string of early morning break-ins that targeted at least four businesses along Cary Parkway. The break-ins involved smash-and-grab incidents, with damaged front doors and stolen cash from registers. Police believe the incidents are connected and are currently investigating. The community has shown support for the affected businesses, with customers expressing concern and offering their support.
After enduring multiple break-ins, burglaries, and arson attacks, longtime Oakland restaurant owner Amir Asli has decided to step away from his restaurant, Persian Nights at Bacheesos. Asli's businesses have been broken into 13 times since 2018, with five break-ins this year alone. Frustrated with slow police response times and fearing insurance rate increases, Asli stopped reporting the incidents. The break-ins have taken a toll on his mental health, leading him to relinquish ownership of the restaurant. Asli hopes for a more comprehensive approach to address public safety and support small businesses in Oakland.
Multiple businesses in Rochester and Irondequoit were broken into overnight, with smashed windows reported at Cricket Wireless, Subway, Skip's on the Ridge, and Donuts Delite. Property was stolen from Skip's and Donuts Delite, and police are currently investigating the incidents with no suspects in custody. Irondequoit Police have yet to respond to inquiries.
Portland businesses are experiencing a surge in repeat break-ins, with some owners facing thousands of dollars in losses. Red Castle Games, for example, has been broken into three times since June, leaving employees to clean up broken glass and deal with the aftermath. The rise in thefts highlights the need for improved security measures to protect local businesses.
Police in Glocester, Rhode Island are still searching for a man who stole and crashed a car last week. The suspect, who is wanted in both Connecticut and Massachusetts, is believed to have broken into at least two homes in search of food and supplies. Despite an extensive search, the heavily tattooed suspect has not been found and is believed to have left the area. Police are urging residents to lock their vehicles and report any suspicious activity.
Three bars and restaurants in West Town and the Near West Side were broken into early Tuesday, with Cobra Lounge being robbed after the break-in. The Irish Nobleman and Tuman’s Tap and Grill were also broken into, but nothing was taken. Police are investigating, and no one is in custody. Cobra Lounge has been broken into twice this month, and the general manager called it an unfortunate “cost of doing business” in the area.