Greenwich Police have seen a pick up in home burglaries. Since September 1, police have responded to 11 burglaries mostly in mid-country Greenwich by an organized gang called the "South American Theft Group."
Members of this crime ring come from South America (many from Chile), entering the U.S. on tourist visas and returning to their home countries with the loot. They are sophisticated criminals often using surveillance, specialized tools and ladders. They typically enter the house through second floor windows or doors.
Between the lines: These are not your local miscreants. They are professionals capable of rapidly ripping out heavy safes containing the homeowner's cash and jewelry.