Officers took reports of the incidents and immediately started an investigation. They conducted neighborhood inquiries and reviewed CCTV footage. When another report of a break-in came in, multiple units went out to look for the suspect.
Suspect Caught in the Act
In the night from Friday to Saturday, September 6, around 03:15, the phone rang again at the control room. A resident discovered that a break-in was occurring in his home. When he caught the perpetrator, he fled, leaving some of the loot behind. The victim was able to provide a description immediately.
Officers went straight to the location and saw a man in the vicinity who matched that description. He was checked and arrested. He is a 19-year-old man without a fixed residence. The suspect is being held at the police station.
Investigation into Previous Break-ins
The police are investigating whether this suspect is also involved in other break-ins and burglaries reported in recent days. They are also looking into which items were specifically taken.
Police Seek Witnesses and CCTV Footage
The police are calling on local residents to assist with the investigation. Did you see anything suspicious or have CCTV footage in the vicinity of Kasteelstraat at the following times?
- Wednesday, September 3 around 05:00
- Thursday, September 4 between 01:30 and 02:00
- Friday, September 5 between 14:30 and 15:30
- Saturday, September 6 between 03:00 and 05:00
If you have information or footage, please contact the police. You can do this via the tip line at 0800-6070 or through the tip form.