By Kate Day

The recent spate of thefts from cars and homes in Los Altos may have come to an end last week. Los Altos police arrested a man in possession of items allegedly stolen from properties and vehicles in Los Altos and neighboring jurisdictions during the last three months.

On April 10 police executed a search warrant in the 100 block of Del Monte Ave., home of Andrew Donald Lee, 19. Police seized cell phones, computer equipment, motor scooters, vehicle keys, concert tickets and designer clothing with an estimated value of $5,000. Lee, a graduate of Los Altos High School, was arrested for possession of stolen property.

The search was the result of an ongoing investigation into 35 burglaries in Los Altos, Los Altos Hills, Hillsborough, Burlingame and Belmont since Jan. 1.

“We hope that we have made an impact on the recent burglaries,” said Police Sgt. Paul Epley. “I would like to remind everyone to keep doors locked, windows rolled up and cars locked and to report any suspicious activity to the police.”

Police continue to identify owners of the property now

in their possession but believe some of it may relate to unreported crimes, Epley said. Police suspect that much of the stolen property has been sold via the Internet and might not be traceable.

Police recently recovered a $45,000 2005 Mustang GT by Roush Performance in unincorporated Los Altos Hills and are investigating a possible connection with the other burglaries.

Anyone who may have purchased stolen goods or has any information about these crimes is asked to call Detective Scott McCrossin at 947-2770.