Crime & Safety
Early Morning Intruder Armed With Gun Demanded Homeowner's Valuables
Hastings-on-Hudson police reminded residents to "always be vigilant in keeping their homes and vehicles locked and secured."
HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON — A homeowner was surprised by an early morning intruder, according to police, who say that, as of now, the suspect eluded capture.
The Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department is investigating the early morning burglary of a home on Broadway. The suspect, described as a man, 5'9, wearing all black, was armed with a handgun and demanded money and jewelry from the victim.
No injuries were reported.
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Officers searched the area but could not find the suspect.
"To protect the investigation's integrity and respect the victim's privacy, no other information can be released now," the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department said in an alert. "In addition, the Hastings-on-Hudson Police Department reminds residents to always be vigilant in keeping their homes and vehicles locked and secured."
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The department also offered residents an ounce of prevention. The Hastings-on-Hudson Crime Prevention team offers free crime prevention surveys. If you would like to have your home surveyed, just contact the police desk at 914-478-2344.
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