Crime & Safety

Family Leaves Door Open for Cat, Burglar Strikes

The Dunwoody Police Department is urging residents to re-think leaving a garage door open.

Leaving the garage door open for the family cat turned out to be a bad move for Dunwoody residents.

Homeowners in the 4800 block of Cherring Drive reported to Dunwoody Police that overnight on Jan. 31 someone entered their garage through a garage door left slightly for the cat. The suspect entered both cars parked in the garage and searched the garage.

Find out what's happening in Dunwoodyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The thief made off with a weed-eater, car buffer, and personal bag.

Police urge residents to think twice about leaving garage doors open.

Find out what's happening in Dunwoodyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.