Burglary Associated with Attempted Burglary

Fort Morgan Police are investigating one burglary that may have occurred because someone wanted to commit another burglary in a nearby business. On June 10th an officer was called to a store in the 100 block of West Kiowa Avenue where the owner had discovered someone had broken into their business, however nothing appeared to be missing. Upon further investigation, evidence was located that suggested the suspect’s intention may have been to gain access to the business next door after failing to gain access to it from the outside. While nothing was taken and damage was minimal, breaking into a building with the intent of committing a crime within is a burglary which is a class 4 felony. Second degree burglary is punishable by a jail sentence of two to six years and a fine between $2,000 and $500,000. Police are asking anyone with information in this case to call police at (970) 867-5678. If a person with information wishes to remain anonymous they can call Crime Stoppers at (970) 542-3411 or submit your tip online and remain anonymous. Anyone giving information that results in an arrest could receive a cash reward.

Police Investigate Attempted Burglary

Fort Morgan Police are looking for information in connection with an attempted residential burglary and theft from a storage shed. On January 30th, a homeowner returned home to their residence in the 900 block of Meeker St. to find that someone had attempted to break into the home through the front door. The thief tried to force the door open, but was unsuccessful because a deadbolt lock was used to secure the door. While the door sustained about $100 damage, the burglar did not gain entry into the dwelling: however; a nearby storage shed was broken into and some items may have been taken. The exact value is still under investigation. Burglary of a residence is a class 3 felony and punishable by four to twelve years in prison. Anyone with information related to this case is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678, or CrimeStoppers at 542-3411.

Fort Morgan Police Investigate Holiday Residential Burglary

Fort Morgan police are investigating a Holiday burglary that occurred between December 25th and December 27th in the 900 block of Deuel Street. The homeowner was out of town for a couple of days and had another person watching the residence while they were away. When the owner returned they found the home had been illegally entered and several items taken, including a 60 inch Sony television, a Phillips DVD player and four speakers all valued at $1,550. Police are investigating the case but have no new leads or information on who may have committed this crime. No visible force was used to enter the residence and police are asking for the public’s assistance. Anyone with information on this or other crimes is asked to call the Fort Morgan Police Department at 867-5678, call CRIMESTOPPERS at (970) 542-3411, or submit your tip online and remain anonymous. Anyone giving information that results in an arrest could receive a cash reward.