Cincinnati police are asking for help from the public after a man allegedly slipped into an unlocked East Price Hill apartment, grabbed several items, and took off while the resident was still asleep. Investigators say the break-in happened in the 3700 block of Westmont Drive, and they have released surveillance photos as they work the case.
Police release photos and describe the break-in
According to WLWT, officers say the suspect was seen checking several apartment door handles in the building before finding one that was unlocked. He then went inside, took items from the unit while the occupant slept, and left. WLWT reports that police have shared images of a person of interest and are asking anyone who recognizes him to contact investigators.
How to report tips
Anyone with information is asked to call Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Crime Stoppers at (513) 352-3040 or reach Cincinnati Police District 3 at (513) 263-8300, per the city's Cincinnati Police Department website. The Cincinnati Police Department site also lists online reporting options for those who prefer to submit tips electronically.
Recent reports on Westmont Drive
Police neighborhood data shows multiple burglary and theft incidents on the 37XX block of Westmont Drive in May and early June, suggesting the area has seen repeated property crime calls recently. The Cincinnati Police Department West Price Hill neighborhood report lists several Part 1 property crimes on Westmont Drive in the last month, and officers say they are reviewing that activity as they follow leads.
What neighbors should know
As of the most recent report, police had not announced any arrests in the case and are asking anyone with security camera footage or other information to come forward. Authorities are also reminding residents to lock doors and windows, stay alert to unfamiliar faces in common areas, and pass along any tips to Crime Stoppers or the police, per the Cincinnati Police Department.
