Wilkinsburg community asked to watch for suspicious man accused of breaking into home

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WILKINSBURG, Pa. — Police in Wilkinsburg want the community to be on the lookout for a suspicious man seen around the 800 block of South Trenton Avenue and nearby areas early in the morning.

The man is described as being heavier set and has been seen wearing all black clothing, a full face mask and gloves.

Police say on Nov. 17 around 4 a.m. he entered a home and the homeowner woke up to him standing over top of her. He then ran from the home when she began screaming and kicking him.

Then, on Nov. 19, police say someone tried to open a home’s door in the same area of the first report.

Anyone who sees anything suspicious should contact Wilkinsburg police by calling 412-244-2930.

Neighbors we spoke to said they’re taking every precaution to stay safe.

“Lock the doors, and check that I locked the doors,” one resident told Channel 11.

“I have two dogs, and they’ll let me know if somebody is at the door,” another neighbor said.

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