The following was shared by Town of Manchester MD on February 21st:
On February 17, 2024, at 2930 Hanover Pike, St Bartholomew Catholic Church, unknown suspect(s) smashed windows and stole items from multiple vehicles in parking lot. The Manchester Police Department are investigating this incident. Two leads have been developed regarding suspects.
If anyone has additional information, please email us at info@manchestermd.gov or call us at 410-239-6900 or 3200.
As a reminder, when you park your vehicle, please be certain that you do not have any valuables in plain view. Unfortunately this is not a new trend in Carroll County, and in most cases although the doors have been locked thieves have spotted purses and other valuables, resulting in windows being broken and items taken. This type of criminal activity is known as “Smash and Grabs”.
These incidents are not isolated and can happen anywhere including our parks and not limited too. Please be mindful and aware.
If you see any activity which you deem to be suspicious, please dial 911 and the closest Officer/Deputy will respond.
We will be sure to share any additional information that we obtain.
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Here is the location of the incident: 2930 Hanover Pike, St Bartholomew Catholic Church
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