TPD Seeks 'Blanket Bandit' Suspected Of Auto Burglaries

Tuscaloosa AL

25 January, 2021

1:19 PM

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TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Tuscaloosa Police Department says an individual clad in a blanket is suspected of recently breaking into vehicles parked in student housing areas. Click here to subscribe to our daily email newsletters and breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices for free. You can also support local journalism by donating as little as $5 a month to become a supporting member or by downloading our free Patch mobile app. TPD says the burglaries have been reported around Meador Drive, Parkview and surrounding areas. "Please remember to lock your vehicle doors and call us if you see the Blanket Bandit walking around," TPD said. "Most of the break-ins occurred between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m." Those with any information into this case are asked to call TPD at (205) 349-2121 or CrimeStoppers at (205) 752-7867. Follow Patch here for updates or on Facebook and Twitter.