Police are investigating four home burglaries in Avon in the last few weeks, including two that were reported Thursday night.
The police department said they responded to Woodford Hills just after 6 p.m. Thursday to investigate a burglary when they were called to Hazen Drive to investigate another.
The residents weren't home when the burglaries happened. Police say they don't know if the incidents are connected.
The burglars responsible for the incidents that were reported Thursday night broke in through the back or sliding doors of the homes, according to police.
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Avon police are warning residents to leave the lights on in the home, even when no one is present, use an alarm system and report any suspicious vehicles or activity.
They said the burglaries have not been limited to Avon and are occurring in other towns.
Some neighbors say they’ve noticed people casing the area.
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“They know when you’re not there. They steal jewelry and money because you can’t get furniture,” Karl Krapek, who lives in Avon, said.
Neighbors have mobilized and messaged each other on different strategies to deter potential burglars and to be vigilant.
“Whoever is doing it is paying attention, but we’re now paying attention,” Robin Baran, who lives in Avon, said.
If you have information, call Avon police at 860-409-4200.
