ESSEX, MD – Police are investigating several residential burglaries that were reported in the Essex area this week.

At just before 6 a.m. on Wednesday, August 21, an individual broke into a home in the 700-block of Pine Branch Place (21221) via the front door. The victim’s wallet and car keys were stolen.

At 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, an individual broke into a residence in the 1200-block of Sugarwood Circle (21221) and stole a game console and a hunting knife.

At 4:30 a.m. on Thursday, August 22, two individuals stole various personal items and a vehicle from a home in the 800-block of Dorsey Avenue (21221). Some of the items were later recovered nearby. Several other homes in the area were also burglarized.