10/29/14, press release - Burglary of Occupied Home
On October 29, 2014 at approximately 1322 hours the Burlington Police Department received a report of a burglary in progress. A resident on Deforest Heights reported someone broke a window and entered her residence while she was inside. There was no interaction between the resident and the suspect (s). It’s believed that when the suspect (s) realized someone was home they left immediately.
Law enforcement was on scene within minutes, but did not locate the suspect. Other neighbors noticed a white male, shoulder length brown hair, 5’6” to 5’8”, riding a BMX style bicycle, who appeared to be in his 20’s. The male reportedly approached other residences claiming to be looking for a friend in the area. If you had any interactions similar to this, on this date, please notify Officer Eric Dalla Mura at 540-2286.
If unknown individuals come to your door claiming they are looking for someone, and you feel it’s suspicious, please contact the police department with details describing the suspicious behavior and description of the person (s).
Address/Location
Burlington, VT Police Department
1 North Ave
Burlington, VT 05401
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 802-658-2704