Similar burglaries in Cedarhurst and Lawrence

Burglars entered both buildings through the roof

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Police are investigating the burglaries of the Staples on Rockaway Turnpike in Lawrence and the Chase Bank on Central Avenue in Cedarhurst.

Both occurred on Nov. 13 and the alleged burglars got into both buildings through the roof. However, the police said that at this time there is no evidence linking the burglaries.

At about 7:45 a.m. on Sunday, the Staples manager found that several laptops and tablets were missing. The bank burglary is believed to have occurred at 5:20 a.m. on the same day. No money was taken, police said.

Nassau County Crime Stoppers and the police are asking anyone with information about either incident to call (800) 244-8477. All calls are confidential.