Upper Makefield Township police are investigating two early-morning burglaries along River Road that occurred on Jan. 2, with evidence suggesting the same suspects targeted both Voltage Bikes and Francisco’s on the River.
At a Glance
- Two River Road businesses burglarized within hours on Jan. 2
- Voltage Bikes alarm triggered at 2:42 a.m.; nothing stolen
- Francisco’s on the River later reported cash stolen after forced entry
- Why it matters: Local business owners are on alert as police seek public help identifying repeat offenders
The first break-in activated an alarm inside Voltage Bikes on the 1000 block of River Road in the Washington Crossing section. Officers found the front door had been forced, but the intruders fled empty-handed before police arrived.
Hours later, staff at Francisco’s on the River-only a few blocks away on the 1200 block-discovered their restaurant had also been entered through the front door. This time, cash was missing from the premises.
Investigation Status
Detectives believe the same individuals committed both crimes due to:
- Proximity: Both businesses sit along the same stretch of River Road
- Method: Front doors were forced in each incident
- Timing: Crimes happened within the same morning
Anyone with information is asked to contact Upper Makefield Police at 215-968-3020.
Key Takeaways
- Two burglaries occurred on Jan. 2 along River Road in Upper Makefield
- Voltage Bikes lost no property; Francisco’s on the River reported cash stolen
- Police seek tips to identify the repeat burglary suspects
