WPB Police Nab Burglary Suspect
Nov 21, 2007 - Newsletter
Residents of Andros Isle, Baywinds and RiverWalk who had been concerned about a string of burglaries along Okeechobee Boulevard can rest a bit easier. West Palm Beach Police have arrested a man who they say is responsible for more than 20 burglaries in western West Palm Beach neighborhoods. On November 5th, police on a stakeout spotted the suspect entering RiverWalk wearing black clothing and carrying a screwdriver and a jewelry box.
Police say the suspect, Alvara Valdez, confessed to at least one burglary and is a suspect in many others. They say Valdez had recently been released from prison after serving ten years in connection with more than 100 burglaries. “I commend our officers for making this significant arrest and getting this suspect off the street,” said Police Chief Delsa Bush. “We believe this suspect is a career criminal who would have continued to commit crimes if we hadn’t apprehended him.”
The police investigation is ongoing, and residents are asked to help with further burglary prevention by keeping all doors and windows locked and reporting all suspicious activity.
