Seven Residential Burglaries in Four Months in Burlingame

Seven residential burglaries occurred in the last four months in the areas of Arguello Drive and Los Altos Drive in Burlingame. The Burlingame Police Department has found trends in these burglaries and is offering tips on how to stay safe.

These crimes primarily take place between 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Suspects knock on the front door. If no one answers, the suspect tends to walk to the back of the home and gain entrance using a crow bar.

On May 24, , resulting in the arrest of a woman who was seen leaving the scene.

The following tips come from the Burlingame Police Department on how to deter residential burglaries:

1) Secure all your doors and windows before you leave your residence, even if you only plan on being away from home for a short time.

2) Set the alarm if you have one.

3) Be aware of people who knock on your door, particularly when they ask for someone who does not live in your home.

4) Be particularly aware of solicitors who come to your door, as this a common ruse to determine if anyone is home.

5) Stay informed about crime trends in Burlingame by accessing our frequently updated website at www.crimereports.com.

6) Report any crimes to the Burlingame Police Department as soon as possible so the police can take immediate action to stop potential crimes.

7) Burlingame Police Department is an excellent resource for information about crime prevention and crime trends. For information, access the City of Burlingame’s website at www.burlingame.org. Select the “Be Informed” tab listed in the Burlingame Police section.

8) For important notifications, you can sign up for SMC Alert and Rapid Notify. Burlingame Police Department also has Facebook and Twitter pages.

9) Alert Burlingame Police Department immediately if you notice any suspicious activity or persons in your neighborhood. For any information related to the recent residential burglaries, contact Inspector Steve Vega at (650) 777-4100.

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