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Police Probe String of Catonsville Break-Ins That Hit Seven Businesses Before Dawn

Detectives are seeking tips to determine whether the same suspects carried out the smash-and-grab spree.

Overview

  • Officers responded around 5:40 a.m. Sunday to a burglary alarm on the 700 block of Frederick Road and found evidence of multiple break-ins.
  • Baltimore County police say seven shops were hit, with property taken, and they are searching for several suspects.
  • Businesses reported include Franco's Italian Bistro, Taneytown Deli & Sandwich Shoppe, El Guapo, Painted Whims, Blue Iris Flowers, and others noted on local social media.
  • Blue Iris Flowers' cameras showed two young men breaking in around 5 a.m., and about $100 was taken from a cash register tray.
  • The Burglary Unit is investigating and asks for tips at 410-887-4636, with separate weekend break-ins in Rosedale reported but not officially linked.