Crime

2 identified after Lexington police released images in neighborhood burglary investigation

Lexington police identified two juveniles who may have information about recent criminal activity in the area of Buckhorn Drive and Squires Road.

In the past two weeks, several residents of the southeast Lexington neighborhood have reported burglaries or attempted break-ins, police said.

Footage released by police shows two juveniles walking to a front door, then turning around and leaving when they see a security camera.

Lexington police asked for the public’s help identifying the teenagers. The individuals have been identified as 14 and 16-year-old males, police said.

Police did not state if the teenagers were charged. The investigation is ongoing.

Anonymous tips, including photos and videos, can be submitted by texting LEXPD plus the tip to CRIMES (274637). Information can also be sent anonymously through Bluegrass Crime Stoppers at (859) 253-2020 or www.bluegrasscrimestoppers.com.

This story was originally published January 23, 2019 at 2:49 PM.

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