Seeking Public Assistance - Nighttime Break and Enter

The Calgary Police Service is seeking public assistance in relation to a nighttime break and enter.

At approximately 2:45 a.m., on Monday, March 16, 2015, the owners of a residence located in the 1300 block of 40 Street S.E., were asleep when they were awoken by a sound in the home. The female resident left her room to see what the noise was, and discovered a man within the home. She screamed and the man fled the residence, getting on a bicycle and leaving the area.

The man is described as having wavy hair, and wearing a black jacket.

It is important to note that these incidents can happen anywhere in the city, and all Calgarians are urged to take steps to protect themselves.

• Hide or preferably remove all valuables, keys, garage door openers and other property from unattended vehicles.
• Ensure all home and garage doors, patio doors and windows are secured even when you are home, day or night, including the door from an attached garage to the house.
• Develop a routine to make sure the garage doors have been closed and secured. Don’t drive away from your home until you’ve seen the garage door close completely.
• Check all vehicles, doors and windows before turning in for the night.
• Consider installing home and vehicle alarm systems and vehicle anti-theft devices.
• Let your neighbours know if they’ve left doors open or vehicles unlocked.
• Report any suspicious activity to the Calgary Police Service (403) 266-1234. If you believe a crime is in progress, please call 911.

Anyone with information about this incident or the identity of this individual is asked to call police at 403-266-1234, or Crime Stoppers anonymously using any of the following methods:

TALK: 1-800-222-8477

TYPE: www.calgarycrimestoppers.org

TEXT: tttTIPS to 27463

Case # 15105642 / 3900