Salem Township Deputies are investigating an attempted residential burglary that occurred in the 7300 block of Peppermill Way. The incident was reported on 6/6/18 around 12:00pm. The homeowner interrupted a white male subject attempting to gain entry into his home. The subject was wearing a white T-shirt pulled over his face and a red baseball cap. The suspect was scared away upon being confronted and was last seen on foot leaving the area. The incident remains under investigation by area deputies.
If you have any information regarding this incident please contact the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office at 911, through our confidential tip line (734) 973-7711 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-Speak-UP.
Burglars are opportunistic and look for the easiest way in and out. The more you can secure your property the less likely you are to have your home broken into.
TIPS TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY:
-Prune your shrubs
-Draw the blinds
-Don't advertise new purchases
-Get motion sensors for lights
-Set timers for indoor lights
-Reinforce strike plate on doors
-Shield windows near doors
-Install deadbolts
-Lock all doors and windows
-Install and always set a home alarm
-Get a dog
-Know your neighbors
-Join neighborhood watch
"An educated and engaged community is our best partner" - Sheriff Jerry L. Clayton
