Manager warns of spike in property thefts

Petersburg Borough Manager Steve Giesbrecht has warned the public as a part of the manager’s report during the Petersburg Borough Assembly meeting Tuesday evening that there has been an increase in property crimes, specifically vehicle burglaries in town.

“We are encouraging any witness to come forward,” Giesbrecht said. “We would also like to remind everyone to lock their doors and not leave anything of value in your cars.”

Giesbrecht explained that there is no explanation for the spike and the police do have some suspects in mind, but it would be helpful if anyone would come forward and tell...