Multiple Somerville homes targeted in series of break-ins.
Residents in a section of Ward 2 are on high alert after a string of residential break-ins occurred between November 22nd and the evening of November 23rd, according to police. The incidents took place along Harold, Wyatt, and Dimick streets.
Authorities described a possible suspect as a male with dark complexion, operating a scooter while wearing a puffy jacket. An investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made yet.
Police are urging residents to remain vigilant in securing their residences and leaving porch lights and some interior lights on as a precautionary measure when residents are away from home.
Residents are advised to contact 911 immediately if they observe anything suspicious. Authorities believe the suspect(s) seem to be targeting homes when no one is present, making it crucial for homeowners to take extra precautions.
The Somerville police department reminded citizens to report any potential security breaches and encouraged them to stay informed about the ongoing investigation.
Residents in a section of Ward 2 are on high alert after a string of residential break-ins occurred between November 22nd and the evening of November 23rd, according to police. The incidents took place along Harold, Wyatt, and Dimick streets.
Authorities described a possible suspect as a male with dark complexion, operating a scooter while wearing a puffy jacket. An investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made yet.
Police are urging residents to remain vigilant in securing their residences and leaving porch lights and some interior lights on as a precautionary measure when residents are away from home.
Residents are advised to contact 911 immediately if they observe anything suspicious. Authorities believe the suspect(s) seem to be targeting homes when no one is present, making it crucial for homeowners to take extra precautions.
The Somerville police department reminded citizens to report any potential security breaches and encouraged them to stay informed about the ongoing investigation.
anyway, just hope these break-ins stop soon and somerville can get back to its chill vibes 
this is getting crazy in somerville! i mean, break-ins on a string? that's so not right. u think it's just someone looking for an easy score or is it more than that? 
! somerville is like my fave neighborhood in boston i live nearby and idk what's gonna happen next 
, which is super unfair to the residents who are always keepin it real 
. anyone got any tips on how to prevent this stuff from happenin'? 
, another string of break-ins in Somerville? It's like they just can't catch a break (no pun intended 
). I mean, who leaves their porch light on all night anyway? Not exactly rocket science, right? 
And what's with the puffy jacket-wearing scooter dude? Sounds like something out of a bad movie 
. Seriously though, residents need to step up their game and get some decent security cameras or alarm systems already! 
. And what's with the lack of arrests so far? You'd think they'd have at least one lead by now... 
. I mean, who breaks into people's homes? It's like they're not even human anymore 
. And a scooter with a puffy jacket? That's so sketchy! I'd be on edge 24/7 if I lived in that neighborhood 
We need more than just security measures, we need community support! Let's get together and make our neighborhood safer for everyone 
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I'm not surprised to see a string of break-ins in Somerville, especially during the holiday season when people are away from home more often 
. It's a perfect storm for potential burglars to take advantage of lax security measures. The fact that the suspect is operating a scooter and wearing a puffy jacket makes them seem quite agile and able to quickly move around the neighborhood 
. I think it's great that the police are urging residents to stay vigilant, but we also need to recognize that this is a bigger issue than just individual home security 
. We should be looking at broader community solutions to prevent future break-ins, such as improved street lighting and increased foot patrols in high-crime areas 
I mean I get it, security is a top priority, but this is getting out of hand. residents should be worried, especially if they have kids living alone. 
. It's crazy that they're targeting homes when no one's around - can you imagine how scary that must be for residents? 
And, omg, a guy on a scooter with a puffy jacket sounds like the ultimate bad guy 
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can't we be more than just victims of circumstance anymore? 
anyway just a heads up to all my friends who live in somerville pls be careful out there & dont leave ur windows open 
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anyway, gotta give props to the police for keeping everyone informed and encouraging residents to take security precautions... porch lights on all day when you're out would be a great start 
️. And what's with the "no one present" thing? Are they thinking we're all just gonna magically know if someone's snooping around our houses when we're not home? 
. We need more info, stat! And why did it take them this long to start investigating? This is basic surveillance 101