On Wednesday (July 8th) afternoon, two residential burglaries took place, one in Woodman Township and the other in Mt. Ida Township.

One home was entered through an open door.  The other was entered by kicking in a garage side door and entering. Both burglaries took place while the home owners were away. The intruders took money and other personal items from the houses.

The house near Woodman belonged to Steve Farrell.  The Mt. Ida home belonged to Oscar & Connie Peterson.

Grant County police have not captured the intruder. They believe he was driving a white two-door car. The year and make of the vehicle are unknown.

Police are asking for help. If you have any information on these burglaries contact the Sheriff’s Department at 608-723-2157 or Grant County Crimestoppers at 800-789-6600.