Suspect in Madison Burglaries Caught on Surveillance Camera

Madison Police reported burglaries at two downtown Madison businesses early Friday morning.

The suspect gained access to each location by forced entry and money was taken from each business, police said. The suspect was caught on surveillance camera footage prior to entering the Community House.

Madison Police provided the three surveillance images of the suspect and a description of him from the images.

“[The] suspect appears to be white. His coat has a distinct front with two rows of buttons going down the front, like a pea coat. The coat has a hood which he had up. We are not sure if the coat is rain coat material or regular jacket type material,” Madison Police said. “He was carrying a back pack, only using one strap over his right shoulder. The back pack appears to be black or dark in color with a small insignia at the top of the outermost compartment.”

Police added that the suspect walked very slowly through the parking lot and was very aware of his surroundings. “He obviously takes his time and is not worried about being encountered,” Madison Police continued. “When he left, he had an umbrella which he was not using prior to entering the building. He then walked towards Main Street so he definitely has the mentality of ‘hiding in plain sight’.”

Police are urging anyone with information regarding the burglaries to contact Detective Ken Shannon at (973) 593-3004.

(Image a screen capture from the Madison Police Department Facebook)