Lincoln Police are investigating a string of home break-ins or attempted break-ins on September 19th.
Police were first called to a home just after midnight in the 7700 block of San Mateo Lane. Officers spoke with the resident who reported that while away for the evening, someone broke into his home. Officers saw that a sliding glass door was damaged. Once inside, the burglars ransacked the hose and took cash and jewelry totaling an estimated $16,000.
Officers then learned a neighbor in the 7500 block of Sn Mateo reported hearing a loud noise and seeing someone in their backyard with a flashlight. The person ran away but the homeowner found that a screen was damaged in an attempt to get inside.
In the 7700 block of S 41st Street, another neighbor reported finding their back yard gate open. They reviewed security video and saw several individuals looking through the windows of their home around the same time as the burglary. There was no damage or loss in this case.
This investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is encouraged to call Lincoln Police at 402-441-6000 or Crime Stoppers at 402-475-3600.