Durham Police yesterday said a male is in custody after attempting to break into a residence in Whitby.
On Wednesday, October 25 at about 11:50 am, members from Central West Division responded to a break-and-enter in progress in the area of Kirby Crescent and Holden Court in Whitby.
A male suspect attempted to gain entry to a residence by breaking a window, but fled prior to entering the home. Police set up a perimeter and located the suspect a short distance away. He was taken into custody without incident. The suspect was found in possession of numerous break-in tools, said a police statement
The 51-year old of Maple was charged and held for bail hearing.
Anyone with new information that could help investigators is asked to contact D/Cst. Reeves of the Central West Criminal Investigation Branch at 905-579-1520 x 1825.
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