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Robert E. Waring

Robert E. Waring
Acting Police Commissioner

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WHAT TO DO IF YOUR HOME OR BUSINESS IS BURGLARIZED

If your home or business is burglarized you should take certain actions to aid the police investigation.

  • Call 911 as soon as possible after discovering your home or business has been burglarized.
  • Do not enter the building if you believe the burglar is still present.
  • Do not disturb the crime scene.
  • Do not touch any items or surfaces that may have been touched by the burglar.
  • Do not disturb or touch the burglar’s point of entry or exit.
  • Do not clean up blood or any mess left by the burglar.
  • Make note of any items moved or disturbed by the burglar.
  • Make note of any items missing.
  • Gather serial numbers and other identifying characteristics of missing items.
This website provides valuable forms and information in order to address the needs of our community. If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact the Department at 631-852-6000 or email us at SCPDINFO@suffolkcountyny.gov. Interpretation services are available for individuals with Limited English Proficiency.