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Mississauga, Ont. homeowners warned after series of break-and-enters

The Peel Regional Police logo is seen on the side of a car in this file photo. Isaac Callan/Global News

Police are warning residents in Mississauga, Ont., to remain vigilant after three similar break-and-enters were reported in the first six days of June.

In two of the incidents, Peel Regional Police said a suspect went into people’s homes in the early hours of the morning while they were sleeping.

During the third incident, someone was reportedly assaulted and sustained minor injuries.

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Police said that in all three break-and-enters, the suspect fled with cash.

Residents were reminded to keep doors locked, even while people are home, and to consider locking devices on sliding doors. Officers also recommended a home security system.

“Investigators are doing everything possible to identify the suspect and lay the appropriate charges in these incidents,” police said.

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