ROOSEVELT, NY — Nassau County police are searching for a man who allegedly burglarized an occupied home early Wednesday morning.
The incident occurred at 3:45 a.m. on Francis Street.
A 24-year-old victim observed the suspect standing on the roof and leaning into an open window.
When spotted, the suspect fled the scene, leaving a black tool bag in a spare bedroom.
Police describe the suspect as a male, approximately 5 feet 9 inches tall, between 25 and 35 years old, with a mustache and goatee and an athletic build.
He was wearing a black backpack at the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Nassau County Police Department 1st Squad at 516-573-6100 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-244-TIPS.
