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Man wanted for questioning in Sept. 18 Brighton Beach burglary

Man wanted for questioning in Sept. 18 Brighton Beach burglary

Police are asking the public to help them identify a man wanted for questioning regarding a burglary that occurred on Brighton Beach Avenue on Sept. 18.

The suspect allegedly climbed through the window of a home at Brighton 14th Street at 3 pm, where police believe he stole nearly $5,400 worth of jewelry, electronics, and cash from the 51-year-old resident’s home before fleeing on foot in an unknown direction. The suspect is a male in his twenties, according to police, and he was last seen wearing a white T-shirt and black pants.

Police are asking anyone with information regarding the incident to call Crime Stoppers at (800) 577–8477, or for Spanish, (888) 577-4782. The public can also submit tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com or by texting tips to 274637 (CRIMES) then entering TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.

Reach reporter Julianne McShane at (718) 260–2523 or by e-mail at jmcshane@cnglocal.com. Follow her on Twitter @juliannemcshane.