Appliance Theft and Arrests in Wilkes-Barre Township

On the night of July 31, 2023, a burglary occurred at a business located at 1000 Wyoming Avenue in Wilkes-Barre Township, Pennsylvania. The suspects gained entry by breaking a window and proceeded to steal various appliances, including a washer, dryer, stove, and refrigerator. The total value of the stolen items is estimated to be around $2,500.

Two individuals, identified as 22-year-old John Doe and 24-year-old Jane Smith, were arrested in connection with the burglary. The suspects were apprehended after a brief chase, during which they attempted to flee the scene in a vehicle. No injuries were reported during the incident or the arrest.

Police have not yet released details on how the suspects were identified or the specifics of the chase. However, they have appealed to the public for any additional information that could aid in further investigations. The stolen appliances have not yet been recovered.