Police: Economic News Could Cause Increase in Residential Burglaries

Reports that the price of gold reached a record high earlier this week may be good news for most, however local police say people should be aware that such news could also result in an increase in residential burglaries.  

Michael Colaneri, chief of the , said that in his 32 years on the police force he has seen the number of home burglaries climb due to economic related news such as the rising price of gold. 

Officials say people need to keep these things in mind so as to take precautions. Councilman Justin DiPisa, the borough's police commissioner, spoke about the link between rough economic times and increase in home burglaries during the council meeting Tuesday. He stated that rough economic times have even been linked to increased incidents of thefts at construction sites of materials such as copper tubing.

Colaneri said the department has not seen any recent spike in residential burglaries but they want residents to be aware and to take precautions so as to avoid any possible incidents.

He said residents should always lock doors and windows. Leave a radio on or when planning to be away or use timers on light to make the house looked occupied. 

The police chief reminded residents to report any suspicious activity to the police department by calling 201-288-1000.