Home Burglary In Basking Ridge, Police Seek Help From Public

BASKING RIDGE, NJ — A home burglary in the Township has prompted police to ask the public for help on Monday.

Bernards Township Detectives are investigating a residential burglary that happened on Aug. 21 on Fieldstone Drive at around 8:45 p.m.

Anyone who saw any suspicious activity or has camera footage of possible suspects and/or a suspect vehicle in the area of Fieldstone Drive, they are asked to contact Detective John Mulhall at jmulhall@bernardspd.org or call 908-204-3058.

Police offered the following tips to reduce the chance a burglar will target your home:

• Lock your home at all times. Thieves will often target unlocked homes
• Put lights and televisions on timers or delay switches when not at home
• Keep records/photos of valuable possessions. Retain make, model, and serial numbers of valuable electronics
• Do not leave trash containers, newspapers, or mail uncollected
• If possible, leave a vehicle or vehicles in the driveway
• Consider a home security or camera system

If you see any suspicious activity, contact the Bernards Township Police Department immediately at 908-766-1122 or 911 for emergencies.

"The police rely on our residents to be our eyes and ears. Descriptions of people and vehicles including license plates could prove important," said Bernards Township Police Department.

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