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String of Home Invasions Strike Clawson; Crimes May Be Connected, Police Say

The following information was supplied by the Clawson Police Department.

Three home invasions have been reported to the Clawson Police Department by residents since Oct. 19.

According to Detective Lt. Scott Sarvello, officers believe the three crimes may be connected, with the suspect entering and exiting the property on foot or by bicycle.

The first crime happened on Oct. 19 in the 300 block of West Tacoma; the second on Oct. 24 in the 200 block of Park Drive; and the third as recently as Oct. 25 in the 200 block of Lincoln.

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In each of the separate incidents, the suspect entered the home by way of an unlocked window during the daytime, when the victims were at work. Items including an X-Box, jewelry and an iPad have been reported missing.

Anyone who notices suspicious activity or has any information about the incidents is asked to call 9-1-1 or Clawson Police at 248-435-5000.

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