Points of entry for the burglaries were large open windows with removable screens. Photo: Internet Source

One of those homes burglarised was that of a female resident who, upon entering her home, was approached by an armed suspect with his face covered demanding money and jewelry. He and his accomplice fled the scene with stolen items.

Points of entry for the burglaries were large open windows with removable screens. Cash, jewelry and electronics were among the items taken.

Police are reminding homeowners to be deliberate in securing all doors and windows especially those out of public view and to report any suspicious persons or activities. Residents are also asked to mark valuable items such as laptop, cellular phones and flat screen televisions so that they are easily identifiable and to record serial numbers of these items. In the case of jewelry, persons should also store photos particularly of treasured jewelry pieces to an online storage site in case of theft.

Persons are asked to contact the RVIPF three-digit non-emergency number 311 or the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339 if they have any information in relation to burglaries in these and other areas. Persons can also call the confidential Crimestoppers hotline number at 800-TIPS (8477) or any officer within the RVIPF.