Police Warn of 'Serial Burglar' in Montco

By Kara Seymour

Multiple police departments in Bucks and Montgomery counties are investigating what they believe is a serial burglar who strikes residential properties during the daytime.

According to the Hilltown Township Police Department, approximately 10 burglaries associated with the same subject have been reported in recent months.

“The targeted single family dwelling houses have been located along secondary streets, not in traditional residential developments,” Hilltown police said. According to authorities, the pattern of burglaries began in mid to late 2014 and have continued up until the last week.

“In almost all the burglaries, jewelry has been the only item that was stolen. The actor uses a bed spread, pillowcase or dresser drawer from the victim’s residence to carry away the stolen property,” Hilltown police said in a warning to area residents.

Last week, a resident reported that a man with an olive complexion and approximately 40 to 50 years old backed into her driveway in a beige Honda. He knocked on the door and when she answered, he said he was lost and needed directions.

“Burglars typically use a ruse, seeking directions, lost pet, etc., to approach a residence to determine if anyone is home,” police said.

Police believe this subject is connected to the burglaries. A burglary was later discovered one mile away from where this subject had approached the resident, according to Hilltown police.

“Police are requesting that the public report any suspicious person or activity involving a beige or tan Honda passenger car with anyone matching the description of the suspect to their respective police department,” Hilltown police said.

Anyone with more information about the subject should call the Hilltown Township Police Department at 215-453-6011.

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