A neighbor contacted me to alert me that there have been several break-ins in the Lewis Mountain neighborhood this past week, with the intent that this information be passed along. Evidently the police have at least one suspect reported and are investigating around the Minor/Alderman area.
I've not had a chance to learn any more about these breakins, but they appear to be similar to those reported in the news in the Georgetown/Hessian Hills/Canterbury Hills areas. Evidently the police were conducting increased patrols and may still be.
Since so much of the neighborhood is tied to the University's academic calendar, and so many are away for the winter break, this is a prime time for criminal break-ins. Please be sure to be extra vigilant about locking up, and note strangers coming and going, particularly to homes where the residents appear to be away.
