Masked offender seen creeping around Dunedin suburb

Police are urging Forbury residents to stay alert after a masked offender was seen jumping over fences, entering properties and scoping out homes last night.

Senior Sergeant Craig Dinnissen, of Dunedin, said the balaclava-clad person was seen jumping a fence and entering a property the area of Richmond and Fitzroy Sts about 8pm.

That was not reported until 11.30pm, while another report rolled about that time of the person peering into windows and scoping out houses, he said.

A dog unit was deployed but no-one was apprehended and the suspect remains at large.

Snr Sgt Dinnissen urged residents of the South Dunedin suburb to remain vigilant and report suspicious activity to 111 without delay.

Dunedin police (03) 471-4800, Crimestoppers 0800-555-111. 

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