Cops seek Koreatown burglars

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) is asking for the public's help for any information leading to the arrest of a crew of burglary suspects targeting businesses in Koreatown.

On various dates, several commercial business burglaries have occurred between 10 p.m. and 7 a.m., when the businesses are closed.

Suspects have been captured on surveillance cameras in possession of burglary tools and wearing hooded sweatshirts, scarves, gloves and headgear designed to cover up their faces. Suspects are able to gain entry by using pry tools and various entry points such as rear and front doors, windows and from the roof. These suspects are in the business of searching for basic, hand-carried valuables such as cash or jewelry.

Note: The LAPD would like encourage all business owners to review their security plans and determine the best methods of operation for their own business in order to minimize the chances of overnight burglaries.

Anyone with information regarding this series of business burglaries or other crimes is encouraged to contact Olympic Burglary Detective Adrian Chin at (213) 382-9440. During off-hours, calls may be directed to a 24-hour, toll-free number at 1-877-LAPD-24-7 (527-3247). Callers may also text "Crimes" with a cell phone or log on to www.lapdonline.org and click on Web tips. When using a cell phone, all messages should begin with "LAPD." Tipsters may remain anonymous.