A quiet residential block was disturbed by opportunistic raiders, with a home in the unit block of Barry Lane falling victim to a brazen burglary, the Atherton Police Department reported. Police say that somewhere between December 29 and January 1, a residence was targeted and forcefully entered through a basement's sliding door. The incident, striking close with the dawn of the New Year, remains shrouded in mystery as suspects are still at large.
According to a statement obtained by the City of Atherton's official website, the authorities are knee-deep in an investigation with few leads. The police seek the public's help, urging neighbors to comb through their surveillance footage for any clues that could lead to the arrest of these elusive intruders.
In the wake of the burglary, Atherton residents are reminded to stay vigilant and to take proactive measures to secure their homes. Officials loftily promise free Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) reviews and extol the virtues of locked doors, switched-on lights, unseen valuables, and security systems as deterrents against such brazen acts.
Anyone with relevant information or surveillance video that might aid the investigation is encouraged to step forward and contact the Atherton Police Department at 650-688-6500.
