The following is compiled from police reports. Descriptions of perpetrators are included only when the description makes identification possible.
Ellicott City
Bonnybridge Place, between 11:30 a.m. and 1:20 p.m. Nov. 19. Entry gained to residence by locating key. Cash and two video game systems stolen.
Elkridge/Jessup
Nightwind Court, 8000 block, 12:35 p.m. Nov. 19. Resident reported unknown man attempted to gain entry to home by tampering with rear sliding door. No entry gained.
Savage/North Laurel
Moonshine Hollow, 9000 block, between 6:30 p.m. Nov. 19 and 7:30 a.m. Nov. 20. Entry gained to residence by prying front door open. Electronics, video games, jewelry and tools stolen.
Clarksville/Fulton
Bollman Place, 8700 block, 1:06 a.m. Nov. 8. Attempt to gain entry to Fulton Armory by breaking front door unsuccessful.
If you have any further information about these crimes, call Howard County police at 410-313-2200.