Portland police say thieves seeking cash and cigarettes have broken into six convenience stores during the past month.
The burglars, usually wearing masks, pried open doors or smashed windows to get into the stores. Police on Tuesday released security images of the people responsible for some of the burglaries.
The burglars stole cash and a large quantity of cigarettes from the following stores:
• Clipper Mart, 55 Riverside St., Monday.
• The Riverton Gas Station, 1585 Forest Ave., Sunday and Monday
• Jakes’ QuikStop, 205 Brighton Ave., Sunday
• Cigarette Shopper, 263 St. John St., Dec. 30
• Peace Food Market, 21 Chestnut St., Dec. 24
• Hilltop Superette, 135 Congress St., Dec. 16
Police have increased patrols near certain markets and gas stations. They also are urging businesses to avoid storing cash overnight and to evaluate the placement of security systems. Police asked that anyone with information call 874-8533.
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