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The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office is investigating whether three recent residential burglaries in Portola Valley and Emerald Hills are connected and urging the public to stay alert; check home surveillance systems and report any suspicious activity.
The first incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. Thursday, July 17, in the 300 block of Golden Oak Drive in Portola Valley. Video surveillance showed suspects forcing their way into an unoccupied home. The burglary was reported early the next morning. Authorities have not yet determined the total loss.
On Friday, July 18, at about 10:30 p.m., deputies responded to an attempted burglary in the 200 block of Scenic Drive in Emerald Hills. The victim was home at the time and told deputies the suspects broke in through the rear of the residence. They fled before law enforcement arrived, and nothing was reported stolen.
Roughly an hour later, deputies were called to another burglary in the 3800 block of Woodland Way in Emerald Hills. Suspects reportedly forced entry and took valuables before leaving the scene. The total loss remains under investigation.
Detectives are actively investigating all three incidents to determine if they may be related. Deputies have increased patrols in the neighborhoods and have been canvassing for leads.
The Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to keep homes well-lit, use alarm systems, trim overgrown landscaping that could provide cover for intruders and avoid publicizing travel plans on social media.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Det. Baggetta at abaggetta@smcgov.org or 650-363-4192. Anonymous tips can be shared by calling 1-800-547-2700.
