During the early morning hours of Feb. 19, there was a burglary near 200 South Laura in which a laptop was stolen. Two days later, police say, the owner of the laptop was able to use the built-in webcam to take a picture of the person using the computer. Police say this is a picture of the suspect. This person may be responsible for other burglaries as well. If you have any information about this crime, please contact Det. Varnell at 316-268-4317 or DVarnell@wichita.gov. Courtesy of Wichita Police Department

Crime of the Week

March 07, 2014 9:16 AM

Crime Stoppers seeks public’s help in business burglaries

The crime

Sometime between 3 and 6:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 19, someone broke into three businesses at 230 S. Laura. At Kraybill Architect, the burglars took computers, electronics, tools and cash. The loss is valued at more than $30,000. One suspect’s picture was captured on video.

Whom to contact

If you have information about this burglary or any felony crime, call Crime Stoppers at 316-267-2111. You can also submit a tip online at www.WichitaCrimeStoppers.com or from your mobile phone by texting TIP217 then your message to CRIMES (274637). All ways are secure and anonymous. If your tip leads to an arrest you may be eligible for a cash reward up to $2,500, and Crime Stoppers will never ask your name. Crime Stoppers of Wichita/Sedgwick County is a nonprofit organization of citizens against crime.