Police: Burglar hits same 7-Eleven two days in a row, steals 30 packs of cigarettes

Police: Burglar hits same 7-Eleven two days in a row, steals 30 packs of cigarettes
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PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Police are searching for a man they say stole merchandise from a 7-Eleven in Juniata Park on two separate occasions.

On Aug. 13 around 2 a.m., surveillance footage shows the man breaking the front window of the East Luzerne Street convenience store. He reaches in and steals 30 packs of cigarettes, investigators say.

The man came back about 24 hours later. Police say he removed plywood that covered the broken window and stole more items from the store.

Anyone with information is asked to submit a tip by calling or texting 215-686-8477. Tips can also be submitted anonymously online.

Surveillance video

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