BELLEVUE, Wash. — The Bellevue Police Department announced Thursday they arrested a suspect wanted in connection to a recent string of burglaries.
According to police, the suspect confessed to six robberies in downtown Bellevue. He was caught after he was seen pulling on door handles to businesses Wednesday night.
Businesses are still urged to lock up cash and post signs stating there’s no cash on the premises.
The burglaries happened between July 19-24. The suspect smashed the doors of the business and stole cash. Police also believe he staged a car to flee the scene quickly.
Authorities believe he is the only suspect responsible for the break-ins.
“We urge businesses to lock up all cash, deposit it or remove it from the premises,” said Investigations Captain Joe Nault. “It’s also a good idea to prominently post that there is no cash in the business. If possible, invest in a security alarm and camera system. You don’t want to be an easy victim.”
Three men were arrested earlier this summer in connection to a string of residential and small business burglaries across western Washington, including Bellevue. Those men are believed to be part of an organized crime ring responsible for 200 burglaries since 2021, resulting in more than $4 million in losses in cash and jewelry. The case is still an active investigation.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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