Franklin County, MO – Deputies are investigating an early-morning residential burglary after a homeowner reported their house was broken into while they were sleeping, with a cell phone stolen during the incident.
According to the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office, deputies were dispatched at approximately 4:00 a.m. Wednesday to a residence in the 8100 block of Highway O in response to a reported burglary. Authorities said the victim told deputies their home had been entered while they were asleep and that a cell phone was taken.
Investigators reported that the victim was able to use a cell phone tracking application to monitor the stolen device. The app showed the phone was stationary at a specific location, which deputies used as part of their investigation.
The sheriff’s office has not released details about any suspects or potential arrests, and it remains unclear how entry was gained into the residence. Authorities have also not said whether additional items were taken during the burglary.
Deputies are continuing to follow up on leads related to the phone’s location and are asking anyone in the area who may have noticed suspicious activity overnight to contact law enforcement.
Residents are reminded to lock doors and windows, secure valuables, and report any suspicious behavior immediately. The sheriff’s office encourages the use of security cameras, exterior lighting, and tracking technology on personal devices to help deter and investigate crimes.
This investigation remains ongoing.
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