Residents in the Government Hill neighborhood of San Antonio are dealing with a rare problem in their community. In recent months, criminals have been targeting homes and businesses in the area for break-ins and other destructive activity.

Concerned Homeowners

Homeowners reported having damage done or property stolen. Rose Marie Hill said a strange man forced his way inside the duplex on Mason Street where her 106-year-old mother and disabled brother call home. The alleged burglar opened an electric panel box and shut down the electricity to the home, then pried open a window and climbed inside.

Hill, who also serves as president of the Government Hill Neighborhood Alliance Association, said she is determined to spread the word to her neighbors. She recently released surveillance photos on social media of the man who she said entered her family’s home.

Police Response

The San Antonio Police Department said the department understands the frustration for victims and people living in the area. Although the department cannot identify any trends attributing to the recent reported crimes, East SAFFE will increase patrol-bys in the area.

Original reporting: San Antonio, TX News (HLL/CB) — read the source article.