Iola police are seeking the public’s help in resolving a series of car burglaries Sunday morning, while the vehicle owners were at church.
The incidents were reported to vehicles parked at St. John’s Catholic Church, 310 S. Jefferson Ave., and Wesley United Methodist Church, 301 E. Madison Ave.
Rebecca Ritch and Susan Waldman told officers someone had broken their windows and stole several items from each vehicle. Karen Lee and Marshall Barnhardt reported broken windows, but nothing apparently missing.
A photo of a suspect wanted for questioning has been released. The heavy-set man was wearing a khaki shorts and a dark shirt.
Warner declined to say where the photo was taken.
The suspect was believed to be driving a red sport utility vehicle, although the make and model are not known.
People with information regarding the case are encouraged to contact the Police Department, 365-4960.
Burglar sought by Iola police
