BOSTON — Boston police apprehended a man late Wednesday night suspected of a series of breaking and entering incidents in the downtown area.
James Lynn Schaff, 57, of Cambridge, was arrested around 11:30 p.m. on Feb. 21 after officers from District A-1 responded to a call at 103 Charles Street.
Following a report of a smashed window and a subsequent alarm at Thieves Next Door Jewelry Store at 53 Charles St, police were on high alert.
As officers conducted a search, they noticed a door slightly open at 15 Charles St and heard noises from within.
Inside, they discovered Schaff holding a brick, along with several stolen jewelry items.
Schaff is facing multiple charges, including Breaking and Entering at night, destruction of property, and being a Common and Notorious Thief.
He is expected to appear for arraignment at Boston Municipal Court.
