Crime & Safety

Police Request Help In Search for Daytime Burglar

Police are looking for a suspect daytime burglar described as a white male in his 20s.

Homewood Police Chief Larry Burnson is asking for your help in finding a man suspected of residential burglary.

A notice from the chief says the man is described as a tall, thin white male with light hair—somewhere in his 20s. Police say he drives a dark sedan, posssibly with a spoiler.

According to Burnson, the man goes around knocking on doors to see whether or not anyone is home. When a resident is home, police say he pretends to be looking for someone at the wrong adddress and then leaves peacefully.

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Residents who may have information on the suspect burglar are asked to contact the Homewood Police Department.

If you think you see the burglar or his vehicle, police ask you remain calm and dail 911.

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