Ypsilanti Township Deputies are investigating a home invasion that occurred in the 2000 block of International Drive. The incident occurred on 09/17/2018 around 5:00 am. Entry to the home was gained by the sliding door. Several electronic devices and cash were taken along with the victim’s vehicle, a 2003 Silver Olds Alero (rusty) MI handicap plate of 6414J1 Suspects are described as a B/M with short dreads, 5’9” tall, wearing white shirt and a W/M, short hair, wearing green shirt with backpack and tattoo on neck. No arrests have been made at this time, 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
