Alliance Police seek public’s help in identifying burglary suspect

ALLIANCE, Neb. — Alliance police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man suspected of breaking into vehicles and stealing firearms.

According to the Alliance Police Department, officers received a report around 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, of a white man attempting to break into vehicles in the West Third Street area. Investigators say the suspect gained entry to a vehicle in the 1400 block of West Third Street, stealing two loaded Ruger handguns, a large amount of cash, and a brown purse.

Witnesses also reported seeing the man checking vehicle door handles in the West Third Street and Meadows Trailer Court areas. Police have since obtained surveillance footage of the suspect from nearby businesses.

Authorities warn that the suspect is considered armed and dangerous. Anyone who recognizes him is urged not to approach, but instead contact the Alliance Police Department at 308-762-4955.

Police Chief John Leavitt urges all residents to take precautions to prevent similar crime.

“We now have a criminal on the streets of Alliance with not one, but two loaded handguns,” Leavitt said. “We need gun owners to act responsibly. Please lock your vehicles, remove your keys, and take all valuables, including firearms, with you.”