Valuables stolen in suspected Hillview Crescent burglary; police seek information, Singapore News

It is unclear if all three cases involve the same individual.

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In the Hillview Crescent incident, three police cars and four tactical vehicles belonging to the Special Operations Command were parked near the estate at about 7am on Monday, reported Lianhe Zaobao. 

An Upper Bukit Timah resident said he spotted several officers, including Gurkhas, searching the forests. He also saw a drone flying nearby.

Residents interviewed by Zaobao said it was their first time encountering a case of housebreaking and burglary in the neighbourhood.

A man in his 60s, who lives near the affected property, revealed that his dog was barking wildly in the early morning. He learnt about the incident only when the police visited his home at 5am to ask if anything had been stolen.

“I often see people walking in the forests, and they don’t look like residents of this area,” he said, adding that he is considering installing a fence at the back of his house.

Members of the public with information relating to this incident are advised to contact the police at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential.

The police also advised residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious persons or activities immediately.

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