WISN: String of Burglaries Hits County

A Brookfield homeowner's dog was able to scare away a thief in one of several attempted burglaries in the county recently.

Charles and Lillian Landey were sleeping during the attempted break-in, but their dog scared the intruder away, according to WISN.com. The only damage was a ripped screen. Homeowners in the Forest Walk condominiums have always reported break-ins.

Last week,  a thief entered a Brookfield home through an unlocked patio door, stealing electronics and the homeowner's wallet.

Other cities where similar break-ins have been reported include: Sussex, Menomonee Falls, Glendale, Bayside and Mequon, according to WISN.