Police in City of Washington looking for burglar seen in viral video

Police in the City of Washington continue to search for a man accused of two burglaries this week.

Two felony arrest warrants have been issued for Patrick Thurston, accused of burglarizing two businesses, Hidden Treasures and Sherwin Williams,

While Thurston is not believed to be a threat to the public, police say to not approach him if you see him.

A Washington detective tells KDKA Radio officers are “actively patrolling the areas.”

Police add that Thurston is also believed to be the man seen in a viral video, struggling to steal a safe concealed in a garbage can.

Anyone with any information on Thurston is asked to call Washington Police at 724-223-4225.

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