Baltimore's Businesses Under Siege: A Look at the Surge in Burglaries

Baltimore's southeast district is facing a troubling trend. Burglaries have skyrocketed by 150% compared to last year. This isn't just a few isolated incidents. It's a pattern. Juveniles are targeting businesses along Eastern Avenue. Just the other day, Taqueria El Sabor del Parque had its front door smashed in. The culprits? Kids who were asked to leave after trying to steal something. But it's not just the southeast district seeing trouble. Downtown Baltimore has its own issues. A suspect is wanted for a series of hotel room burglaries. No forced entry? That's right. The thief is getting in without breaking down doors. Electronics, credit cards, and clothing are among the stolen items.Citywide, robberies are down, but burglaries are up. That's a mixed bag. Fewer robberies are good, but more burglaries? That's a problem. Businesses are suffering. Customers are worried. And the police are working to catch those responsible. Why is this happening? It's hard to say. Maybe it's the economy. Maybe it's something else. But one thing is clear. Something needs to be done. The police are asking for help. If you know something, say something. Together, maybe we can turn this trend around.