Crime & Safety
Rash Of Burglaries At Luxury Apartments Leads To Warning From Police
Rye police are urging residents to secure their homes, set burglar alarms and protect valuables before leaving home.
RYE, NY — A tony new apartment complex in Rye has drawn affluent new residents to the enviable address, but the property has also captured the interest of thieves, police say.
Because of a recent rash of residential burglaries at the St. Regis apartments on Old Post Road, the City of Rye Police Department is advising residents to secure their homes and property.
"Before you leave your residence make sure you activate your house alarm, (especially 2nd & 3rd floors) and all doors and windows are locked," the department said in a Burglary Alert posted on social media. "The perpetrators are possibly targeting unoccupied residences."
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Police urged residents to secure any valuables in a safe or safety deposit box. Thieves are looking for jewelry, designer bags and cash, police said. Officials asked that if neighbors see anything suspicious, to call the Rye Police Department at (914) 967-1234 immediately.
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