Equipment, weapons stolen out of police vehicle

By: Andy Cunningham Email

Updated: Fri 7:29 PM, Jul 27, 2012

A theft investigation is raising safety concerns today.

27 NEWSFIRST has learned that someone was able to break into a Lexington Police detective's unmarked-vehicle and steal several pieces of equipment and two weapons.

Sherelle Roberts, spokesperson for the Lexington Division of Police says she couldn't provide specifics because its an on-going investigation.

Roberts said the theft occurred on Wednesday and the detective had his weapons locked up and followed protocol.

If you have any information about this theft, you can contact Bluegrass Crime Stoppers at 859-253-2020 or 1-877-970-2020.

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