Daytime Residential Burglaries in Queens NYC: Suspects Target Homes Using Rear Door Entry in 107 and 106 Precincts

Daytime Crooks Target Homes - Make Off with $39K Cash

By Staff Reporter

Queens Voice

April 29, 2026

QUEENS, NY - Cops are looking for a pair of burglars who broke into at least two Queens’ homes in broad daylight. In one case the thieves made off with $39,000 cash. 

On April 20, two unidentified individuals carried out what authorities describe as a calculated residential break-in. The incident occurred around 12:17 p.m. near 67 Avenue and 166 Street, where the suspects allegedly gained access by forcing open a rear door. According to police, the suspects entered the home and removed several valuable items, including jewelry, a purse, and approximately $39,000 in cash before fleeing on foot.

This case is now being discussed in connection with a similar incident just days later in the 106 Precinct.

On April 24, at approximately 3:05 p.m., two individuals attempted to break into a residence near Sutter Avenue and 96 Street. Investigators say the suspects used a crowbar in an effort to force open the rear door but were unsuccessful in gaining entry. The pair fled the scene on foot, and no injuries were reported.

Authorities have not yet confirmed whether the same individuals are responsible for both incidents, but the similarities are notable. Both cases involve two suspects, rear-door entry or attempted entry, and crimes committed during daytime hours.

Residents in affected neighborhoods are being urged to remain vigilant and take precautions to secure their homes, particularly rear entrances that may be less visible from the street.

Security experts often point out that daytime residential burglaries in New York City neighborhoods are not uncommon, as perpetrators may assume homes are empty during working hours. In both cases, the suspects appeared to rely on quick access and rapid exit strategies, highlighting concerns about rear door forced entry home invasion tactics in NYC.

Police are currently reviewing surveillance footage and encouraging anyone with information to come forward. Media obtained from the first incident is available through DCPI and may assist in identifying the individuals involved.

These incidents also underscore a broader trend of attempted home break-ins using crowbars in Queens residential areas, prompting discussions about home security upgrades and neighborhood awareness.

As the investigation continues, officials are emphasizing the importance of community cooperation and reporting suspicious activity. Anyone who recognizes the suspects or has information related to these cases is encouraged to contact law enforcement.

For now, both incidents remain under active investigation, with authorities working to determine whether they are part of a larger pattern of Queens burglary pattern involving rear entry residential homes during daytime hours.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to call the NYPD’s Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-800-577-TIPS (8477) or for Spanish, 1-888-57-PISTA (74782). The public can also submit their tips by logging onto the Crime Stoppers website at https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/, on X @NYPDTips.