Man Nabbed For Breaking Into Westchester Home During Owner's Vacation, Stealing $11K In Cash

A 33-year-old man faces criminal charges after stealing $11,000 in cash from a Westchester home while the resident was away on vacation, police announced.

The incident that led to the arrest happened on Friday, April 19, when a man, who police did not name, illegally entered a North White Plains residence while the homeowner was away on vacation and stole money, the North Castle Police Department announced on Wednesday, May 1.

After the theft, the department began a two-week investigation that eventually led to the arrest of a 33-year-old man from North Arlington, New Jersey who was charged with:

• Second-degree burglary;
• Third-degree grand larceny;

The suspect, whose name has not yet been released, will appear in court on Tuesday, May 7, the department said.