While the Kingston area has had a significant drop in total offences, police are investigating a series of recent burglaries.
Inspector Colin Riley said total offences in the area have dropped 32 per cent, compared to the same time last year.
“There has, however, been a distinct and uncommon pattern of burglaries and stealing in the area over the past two weeks, and police are investigating,” he said.
The matters include:
Wednesday 9 October
Between 1pm and 4pm a home burglary on Garnett Street, Blackmans Bay with jewellery stolen (reference 756024).
Between 8am and 8pm a home burglary on Hutchins Street, Kingston with jewellery and a laptop stolen (reference 756030).
Tuesday 15 October
Overnight into Wednesday morning a shed burglary on Tinderbox Road, Tinderbox with power tools stolen (reference 756546).
Wednesday 16 October
Between 8.30am and 5.40pm a home burglary on Tinderbox Road, Tinderbox with electrical items stolen (reference 756585).
Overnight into Thursday morning a vehicle was entered on Wells Parade, Blackmans Bay with a credit card and gift voucher stolen (reference 75668).
Friday 18 October
Between 8am and 4.30pm a home burglary on Hutchins Street, Kingston with a sound system and jewellery stolen (reference 756724).
“Investigators are seeking any information from the public that might assist with apprehending the person or people responsible for these matters,” Inspector Riley said.
“Please quote the reference numbers when providing information.”
“Importantly, police are requesting that members of the public remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to police, particularly in these areas.”
“If the suspicious activity is occurring at the time of reporting, contact Triple-Zero (000).”
“If the information is not time critical, please call 131 444 or report to Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or at crimestopperstas.com.au.”
“We are confident that we will apprehend this offender or offenders and bring this crime pattern to a conclusion quickly.”
“As the activity seems to be continuing, any information from the public, about suspicious activity or people observed, regardless of how insignificant it appears, is wanted by us to aid in that quick apprehension.”
“If you have CCTV cameras, please ensure they are operating and recording, please also ensure doors remain locked and the house is secure when you are not home”.
