“Most of the burglaries have been occurring during business hours, Monday through Friday, when most people are at their place of employment,” explained Fairfield County Sheriff Herman Young.
According to the Sheriff, the suspects are targeting homes with and without alarm systems, and are taking various items.
“Investigators believe there are several individuals committing these burglaries,” Young said. “Investigators also believe the suspects are arriving at the residences and knocking on the doors to determine if anyone is at home. If someone answers, investigators believe that the suspects are giving a fabricated story to justify why they are there, such as offering to do lawn work or house work, and then leaving. If no one answers the door, the suspects them commit the burglary.”
The reason for the increase in break-ins is unclear, explained the Sheriff, even though he cited the troubled economy and the holiday season as possible reasons.
On Dec. 7 two suspects believed to be tied to burglaries in Fairfield County as well as in Richland and Kershaw counties were arrested. However, Young said his office is still looking for those committing the other break-ins, and hopes the community can be of assistance.
“Keep in mind that these burglaries have been occurring in all parts of Fairfield County, and any information, as insignificant as it may seem, could prove very valuable in helping to solve more of these incidents,” the Sheriff said.
The public is encouraged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 803-635-4141 or 911 if they have any information, or have noticed any unusual activity.
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