Friday, November 7, 2014 (Updated at 1:24 p.m.):  We have been informed that the second male suspect was arrested yesterday morning. Both suspects are facing multiple felony counts and should be locked-up for a while. The Troy Police Department has distributed this press release on the open house larcenies. They believe the arrest of the two main suspects will have a significant impact on the reduction of thefts during open houses. The police also said these arrests were truly a team effort among REALTORS^® and several law enforcement agencies. In fact, one of their most significant leads came from an alert agent who recognized the suspect and captured his cell number.

Tuesday, November 4, 2014 (Updated): The suspect (the taller, slender male) thought to be the ring leader of the open house thefts was arrested on Thursday of last week. He has confessed to being involved in thefts that have taken place in 15 communities since June. He is being held on a $100k bond. So far, he is the only suspect that has been arrested and held in connection with these thefts. Please continue to take all necessary safety precautions when holding open houses, broker tours, and showing properties.

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