Police Investigating Burglary at Riverhead Restaurant

Police are investigating a burglary that occurred at a Riverhead restaurant early Friday morning, according to Riverhead Town Police.

Police responded to a report of a commercial alarm at Jerry and the Mermaid Restaurant at 469 East Main Street at about 2:30 a.m.

Upon arrival, police found an east side door ajar, according to police.

Officers discovered that an unknown person entered the rear covered deck portion of the establishment and then forcibly entered the main building by breaking out a south side window, according to police.

While it is clear that entry was made, it is unknown what, if anything, was taken from within the restaurant, police said.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone who may have witnessed anything suspicious in the area at that time, or who has information regarding the crime, is asked to contact the Riverhead Police Detective Division at 631-727-4500 ext 332.

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