Crime & Safety

Tampa Police Seek Man Who Pulled 2 Restaurant Burglaries

The burglar forced his way into Ella's Caf at 5119 N. Nebraska Ave., and Martha's Place, 5202 N. Nebraska Ave.,

TAMPA, FL -- Tampa Police officers are searching for a man who burglarized two restaurants over the weekend.

The burlgar forced his way into Ella's Caf at 5119 N. Nebraska Ave., and Martha’s Place, 5202 N. Nebraska Ave., between 2:50 and 3:30 a.m. Dec. 16, according to

The burglar is black, in his late 30s with facial hair. He was wearing a light-colored beanie cap, light-colored gloves, a royal blue hoodie with the words “Air Jordan” on the back, dark pants, black shoes with white soles and a red shirt.

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Anyone with information on the identity or whereabouts of this man is asked to contact Crime Stoppers at 800-873-TIPS. Anonymous information that leads to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.

Video at Martha's Place via Tampa Police Department

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