More Burglaries Reported Near Baldwin-Whitehall
Three burglaries were reported in Brookline this past week, all while the victims were at home and sleeping. Another happened in Castle Shannon.
Three home burglaries were reported in Pittsburgh's Brookline neighborhood this past week, and the victims were not only home during the break-ins; they were asleep.
The first occurred in the 700 block of Berkshire Avenue on Thursday between 4:45 and 6:45 a.m. The victim told police that someone forced open a side window of his home and entered his residence while he was sleeping. Money and jewelry were stolen.
Then, either late on Thursday or early on Friday, two similar burglaries were reported, both in the 1600 block of Greencrest Drive.
In both cases, a burglar forced open windows to enter the homes. Cigarettes, money and a checkbook were reported stolen from one home, and money was reported stolen from the other.
The Pittsburgh Bureau of Police are investigating the three break-ins.
Similar burglaries and attempted burglaries have also been reported recently in nearby Castle Shannon Borough, and the Castle Shannon Police Department is continuing to investigate those incidents.
The latest happened on Nilden Avenue, just over Baldwin Township's southern border, either late on Monday or early on Tuesday.
The would-be burglar, or burglars, climbed an outdoor table to gain access to an unlocked kitchen window, according to the Castle Shannon municipal website. It is then believed that the suspect, or suspects, was/were frightened off by dogs before entry could be made to the kitchen's home.
Three other burglaries were reported in Castle Shannon from Aug. 7-15, including one near Whitehall Borough and two near Baldwin Township.
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Baldwin Township Municipal Building (Administrative Offices)
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Borough of Whitehall Municipal Complex (Administrative Offices and Outdoor Recreation)
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Frank
11:57 pm on Tuesday, August 21, 2012
Well obviously, we have a burglar here in the South Hills. He's climbing in yo windows. He's snatchin' your things up, tryin' to take 'em. So ya'll need to hide yo kids, hide yo wife and hide your husband, cuz they're taking everything out here!
Tyrion Lannister
8:55 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
OMG, I wish Antoine Dodson lived in the South Hills. Bravo.
Robert Edward Healy, III
12:00 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Best comment we've ever had.
Sarah
12:04 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Glad you find this humorous Frank. Personally, I do not. I am going around closing and locking every door and window in my house. Every time I hear a strange noise I get scared.
Thankfully, I have protection and am not afraid to say that I have two loaded guns and a loaded shotgun in my house. I have a loaded .357 and a loaded .44 right where I can grab and shoot anyone who dares to enter my home without an invitation. And I do know how to use them absolutely.
Kathleen
8:58 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Probably shouldn't let the world know what's in your house...
Frank
7:13 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Sarah, I don't find this situation funny at all. Someone attempted to rob my neighbors house last weekend! My comment was closely referencing a video from a few years ago on YouTube that went viral and was a big hit. Robert got the joke. And thanks for your comment Robert :)
Margaret French
9:29 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Thanks Tyrion. I couldn't think of that guy's name. I was going to ask Frank the next time I saw him. I wanted to go to you tube and watch that video again. I need a good laugh.
Bill Antantis
10:04 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
I found the " Protected by Smith & Wesson" sign on my front door a decent deterrent... saw something recently on FB that was good said the the door was locked for your protection !!
Margaret French
11:20 am on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Good one Bill! LOL
Concerned Citizen
3:12 pm on Wednesday, August 22, 2012
would love to catch someone breaking into my house!!! they have no idea what they would be in for..
Robin Ketter
9:25 am on Saturday, August 25, 2012
I got your reference as well Frank, lol. Long live Antoine Dodson. Sarah, Kathleen is correct. You should never show your hand. Shouting publicly that you have guns in your home is less of a deterrent, and more of an advertisement if this burglar is on drugs. If he/she is on drugs, they don't have anything left to lose. They either get their fix or die trying. Stay safe Sarah.