Wilkes-Barre thief swipes air compressor in home burglary

Wilkes-Barre police investigating burglary on Barney Street home

Wilkes-Barre, PA – City police are investigating a burglary reported Tuesday evening after a resident discovered items missing from his home on Barney Street.

The incident occurred around 6:34 p.m. on August 26, when officers responded to the residence. A 46-year-old male victim told police that an unknown suspect had unlawfully entered the property and taken an air compressor along with various cleaning supplies.

No suspects have been identified, and detectives say the case remains under investigation.


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  • Police responded to a burglary on Barney Street in Wilkes-Barre on August 26
  • The suspect stole an air compressor and cleaning supplies from a residence
  • Investigation is ongoing and no arrests have been made

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