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Police Investigating Significant Residential Break-Ins

Sarnia police are asking for the public's help as they investigate a pair of break and enters in the city.

The first incident happened on December 8 at a Blanche St. home. Police say American and Canadian money, a bracelet, rings, chains, sunglasses, iPhones, watches and a laptop were taken.

Constable John Sottosanti says a second break and enter occurred on Hannah Cres. sometime between 9am December 10 and 10:30am December 11.

Items taken include a solitaire white gold band, Bose speakers, a MacBook Pro, a number of gift cards from different stores, a Bell modem, American coins, quarters from special events released by the Mint Company, and a black Fender electric guitar with a black case.

Constable Sottosanti says police don't believe the incidents are related and aren't making the connection at this time.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Constable Jeff Rovers at 519-344-8861 ext. 6159 or Crime Stoppers.

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