Maverick County Sheriff Tom Schmerber states that they remain vigilant and attentive of such situations.
Sheriff Schmerber states that during January numerous home and vehicle burglaries have been reported to his department, which he attributes to numerous variables.
Schmerber states that in many cases thieves take advantage of an opportunity such as unsecured homes, property left out in the open in yards and within vehicles.
There are over 12 cases being investigated at this point in different sectors of the community, including in the Pueblo Nuevo, Chula Vista, Loma Bonita and Rosita Valley sectors of the community.