Police are warning residents to keep their doors and windows locked following an afternoon break-in in a Waterloo neighbourhood last week.
Waterloo Regional Police Service says members of its break, enter, and vehicle theft (BEVT) team are investigating a March 14 break-in in the area of Wasaga Crescent and Rideau River Street.
Unknown suspects forcibly entered a residence and stole personal property.
Police are asking homeowners in the area to check their security cameras between 3 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. that day for any suspicious persons, vehicles or activity.
Police suggest the following tips to help prevent break-ins:
- Keep doors and windows locked, even when home
- Keep valuables out of common areas and out of plain sight
- Secure residences with home video surveillance cameras in the front and back of the residence
- Notify a neighbour and/or close friends when away to check on your residence, and bring in mail and packages
- Do not post about being away on social media
- Report any suspicious persons or vehicles on your street
Anyone with information is asked to call the police at 519-570-9777 ext. 8255.
To provide anonymous information, please call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit online at www.waterloocrimestoppers.com.
