Burglar Swiped $9K From Lehigh Valley Restaurant, Police Say

A hooded thief broke into a Lower Saucon restaurant to steal thousands of dollars, according to authorities.

Suspect in the Plaza Azteca break-in on Dec. 6.
Photo Credit: *Lower Saucon Twp. Police Dept.*

12/14/2023 1:31 p.m.

The burglar broke a window and made his way inside Plaza Azteca on Route 378 around 3:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 6, investigators said.

Police said he forced his way into the back office and took about $9,000 in cash before leaving. The whole burglary unfolded in about three minutes, they added.

Anyone with information is asked to call Detective/Corporal Eric Marth at 610-625-8722 or email emarth@lowersaucontownship.org.

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