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Ruse Burglaries

    The Hickory Hills Police would like to inform all residents that there has been a substantial increase in Ruse/Gypsy type burglaries. There have been about 10 reported attempts and actual burglaries since January of this year. The offenders may appear to be male Hispanic or Arab and generally target elderly citizens. During the crime, the offender will advise the victim home owner that they recently purchased the home behind the victim’s home. The offender will then walk into the home and attempt to lure the victim to the rear of the residence to show them some work they will be doing on the new home. While the victim is in the rear of the residence, other offenders will make entry into the home and steal jewelry and other valuable items. Other variations of the crime include the offenders saying they work for the water department and need to gain entry into the residence. And again lure the victim to the basement or other part of the home. Also be aware of subjects offering to reseal your driveway or other unsolicited repairs of your home.

     We would like all citizens to take precautions when dealing with any unknown subjects that come to your home. Do not let anyone unknown to you into your home. Always try to keep the storm door locked when talking to unknown subjects. Request identification from anyone who says they are from any city department. Ensure that they have proper identification prior to allowing them into your home. If you have any doubts about the person trying to get into your home, Call The Police.

     When you call the police, let them know who you are and your address. Then let them know that an unknown person is trying to gain entry to your home. Try to provide the police with a description of the subject. If you see a vehicle, let the police know the type and color of the vehicle.   

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Last modified: 01/31/12