Thief caught on camera stealing from car in wilkes barre

Thief caught on camera stealing from car in Wilkes Barre

WILKES-BARRE, PA – A 44-year-old woman reported items stolen from her vehicle after a thief broke in on Brook Street, police said.

Officers responded to the home on Tuesday at about 6:46 p.m. for a report of theft from a motor vehicle. The victim told police that an unknown suspect entered her car around 12:17 a.m. and took an undetermined number of items.

Surveillance footage of the incident was provided to investigators, and the case remains under investigation.

Thief caught on camera stealing from car in wilkes barre
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Key Points

  • A 44-year-old woman reported her vehicle was broken into on Brook Street.
  • The theft occurred around 12:17 a.m., with items stolen from the car.
  • Police are reviewing surveillance footage as the investigation continues.
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