The Cambridge Police Department is warning Cambridgeport residents of a recent increase in housebreaks or attempted housebreaks. Since May 3, six incidents have been reported. The suspect(s) is primarily seeking entry through unlocked or open windows and doors. Various items have been targeted, including electronics, bicycles, and jewelry.
The housebreaks have been reported on the following streets:
- Magazine Street
- Pearl Street (2)
- Pleasant Street
- Rockwell Street
- William Street
Cambridge Police have directed extra attention to this area, but are encouraging homeowners to take the following precautions to protect themselves and their belongings from theft:
- ALWAYS lock your doors and windows at your home, particularly your basement door(s) and don’t forget about those that can be accessed by a fire escape.
- Install guards on windows that prevent them from being raised more than a few inches.
- NEVER prop open a door or let someone in behind you if you live in an apartment building, particularly if you don’t know them.
- Install motion sensor lights around your home and out of reach.
- If you SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING. It is critically important for residents to report any crime or activity that may appear to be suspicious such as an unfamiliar person checking on windows.
Additional tips to help you protect your vehicles and belongings from theft can be found at www.CambridgePolice.org/SafetyTips. For more information about crime in Cambridge, please reference the latest edition of BridgeStat located at www.CambridgePolice.org/BridgeStat.