A burglary at a townhome under construction ended with police getting some important tips about even more burglaries and car prowls. On August 17, officers were called to the townhome in the 800 block of NW 52nd Street where someone broke in and stole construction equipment and tools including a compressor, drill, and nail guns.Â
A person who lives in an apartment across the street told officers that his roommate was responsible and had actually bragged about the theft before going out to pawn the items. The man says he believes his roommate is to blame for burglaries and car prowls across Ballard, and that the roommate will disappear for 3 or 4 days after each crime. Seattle Police tell us a burglary detective has been assigned to the case and that the investigation is still active.Â
You can read the full police report below and check daily reports from around the neighborhood on the new Seattle Police crime map.