Police look for young Northeast High burglar [video]

Police are still looking for the person who broke into Northeast High School last month, and are asking the public’s help to identify him.

Described as a 16- to 20-year-old, the suspect broke into a gym roof window on the afternoon of July 17, and can be seen on video breaking another window to get into the main part of the school. Nothing was taken.

The suspect was wearing a black Nike shirt and dark pants, and had a blue backpack with yellow straps. He is 5’11” with a slim build and dark hair. You can submit a tip about him online, by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477) or by texting PPD TIP (773847).

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