Valparaiso police are investigating a rash of burglaries, vehicle thefts and thefts from vehicles that hit one east-side neighborhood on Saturday morning, and they have increased patrols in the area.
According to a department release, officers responded to six locations: the 3000 block of Blue Grouse Street, the 2900 block of Sanderling and the 3300 block of Kestrel Street among them. The incidents include a home burglary, a burglary of a garage, two vehicles stolen from residents and three thefts from vehicles. One of the stolen vehicles was taken in the garage burglary, and one vehicle was later recovered in Lake County.
Items reported stolen include electronic devices, power tools, purses, clothing and entertainment devices.
Police are asking anyone with information about suspicious activity to contact the Valparaiso Police Department at 219-462-2135, or text a tip to Tip411 (847-411) with the word Valpo in the message.
