(KRON) — There’s a concerning new trend among burglars in the Bay Area, authorities say.
Burglars are hiding surveillance devices like cameras at homes to monitor their potential victims, the San Jose Police Department announced Friday.
“The suspects plant hidden surveillance devices, often posing as delivery service providers, to determine when homes are unoccupied before committing burglaries,” SJPD said. “As a reminder, remaining vigilant and reporting suspicious activity helps keep our neighborhoods safe.”
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A resident in east San Jose called police Thursday after they allegedly found a hidden camera on their property at 2:44 a.m. Officers seized the camera, which had its own power supply and was positioned to face the home. No suspects have been arrested in the case.
“It is believed the camera was used to monitor the occupants of the residence in preparation for a burglary or other criminal activity,” SJPD said…