EUGENE, Ore. — A break-in reported in Eugene’s Churchill neighborhood area on April 16 is believed to be part of a broader pattern of residential burglaries targeting homes where thieves think they can find cash, jewelry, high-end handbags and safes.
Eugene Police said residents called at 12:33 p.m. today, April 16, to report the burglary. Police believe burglary crews are selecting victims based on the likelihood they keep valuables at home, rather than focusing on a specific neighborhood or area.
In past cases, police said the crews have targeted Asian business owners and other professionals. The burglars have stolen safes and appear to have screened or surveilled potential victims, blocked or jammed surveillance devices, and then broken into homes while residents are at work, police said…