Deputy Constable's Arrest Serial Heights Burglar

HOUSTON, TX -- A man police believe burglarized a home in the Heights last month, was arrested by deputies from the Harris County Constable Precinct One Office.

The Harris County District Attorney’s Office accepted charges and of burglary of a habitation against Alan Alvarado, 35, who was arrested by deputy constable's at his home on Wednesday.

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Alvarado was identified as the suspect in a burglary that took place on June 28 in the 200 block of Malone in the Heights.

Investigators said that $108,782 worth of jewelry and guns were stolen from the home, and that deputies believe Alvarado got into the home through a dog door.

The owner of the home sent investigators surveillance video of the burglary and deputies were able to identify Alvarado from previous cases.

Alvarado is believed to be responsible for multiple burglaries and thefts in the Heights area over the last few months. Precinct One deputies expect Alvarado's charges to be elevated due to his criminal history and the amount of the theft in these cases.

Image: Harris County Precinct One

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