The Brief
- Novi police believe transnational South American gangs are behind the latest string of break-ins in the city
- Four homes were targeted since the end of October, with each incident following similar home invasions noted elsewhere in Oakland County
- The thieves use jamming technology to disrupt home security systems, enabling them to get inside without alerting authorities
NOVI, Mich. (FOX 2) – Novi police are investigating a string of home invasions that took place over the past few weeks that authorities believe are related to the ongoing issue of transnational gangs targeting wealthy homes in Oakland County.
There have been at least four reported incidents throughout the community where unknown suspects had broke into homes through windows and stole items inside.
In each of the four home invasions that police are investigating, the suspects approached the targeted home either via wooded areas or large fields that are located behind the residences. …