Crime & Safety
Computers, Electronics Stolen from Meriden Home
The theft put a huge dent in the possible career path of a teenager.

MERIDEN, CT - Stolen computers and electronic equipment from a Meriden home earlier this month could stunt the possible career path of a Platt High School senior.
Many of the items belonged to Jake Bayer, an aspiring video game developer who has been honing his craft for the past five years, reports the Meriden Record-Journal.
Since the theft, Bayer has been unable to develop new games, a passion that he told the Record-Journal represents who he is.
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The family, which has lived in the city for more than 15 years, urges anyone who may have information on the theft to contact the Meriden Police Department.
Click here to read the full story on the Meriden Record-Journal website.
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