No Lenten break for QC thieves

QUEZON CITY, Philippines–Burglars broke into two Quezon City houses in separate incidents during the Holy Week and made off with nearly half a million pesos in valuables.

The first break-in occurred in the apartment of graphic artist Rohvel Yumul, 39, at Forest Hill Subdivision in Barangay Gulod, Novaliches, while the victim was away. The burglary probably happened between Wednesday and Maundy Thursday, said police investigator Fernando Tanghay.

Yumul reported losing a total of P185,000 worth of gadgets, collectible toys, clothing and shoes. Police said the burglars entered the apartment by destroying the front door.

On Good Friday, another break-in was reported at Road 20, Barangay Bahay Toro. Police said the victim, Fortunato Lamoglia, 24, was also out when the burglars struck in the afternoon. The victim said watches, jewelry and a Blackberry cell phone, worth a total of P300,000, were taken.

The burglary is believed to have happened between 1 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. while Lamoglia was away. Police said the burglars destroyed the door’s locks. Julie Aurelio