Area police are investigating a suspected string of break-ins throughout the tri-county area.
A daytime burglary occurred Oct. 28 at 1207 Nye Road in Wood County. The suspect was described as a white male, approximately 5'10" with a slender build, 25-30 years of age and described as handsome with darker brown hair and a "chin-strap" beard.
The male was passive when confronted by the homeowner, stating he was looking for a female and had been driving around looking for her for three hours. The suspect quickly left with $73 from the victim's purse in what was believed to be a black, nicer Toyota sedan with a faded or discolored hood. During this incident the homeowner noticed the suspect had opened her kitchen window, possibly to listen for oncoming persons outside.
Similar incidences have been reported in Seneca and Hancock counties, wherein the suspect opened a window once inside the residence, physical similarities with the suspect and vehicle. Seneca County has had possibly eight to 10 incidences reported and Hancock County mentioned a few. Hancock County had one account where the letter "Z" was believed to be on the rear of the vehicle.
The suspect(s) initially appeared to be taking only cash, however they are now taking video game consoles as well. The burglaries have continued in Seneca County as of the last few days.
If anyone has any information that may assist Hancock, Seneca, or Wood County in these investigations, contact Detective Sergeant Scott Koch of the Wood County Sheriff's Office at 419-354-9088 (office) or 419-354-9001 (dispatch).
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