The RCMP SurreyBritish Columbia, are warning the public about a series of break-ins they say may be linked to crimes in other parts of Metro Vancouver.

The Surrey burglaries targeted the Panorama Ridge, South Surrey and Crescent Beach areas.

Police say the suspects work in three-person teams targeting unoccupied “large-scale” homes between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m.

Thieves usually enter by smashing the glass of a patio door, before ransacking the house looking for high-value items like jewelry, watches, cash and handbags.

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“Investigators believe thieves are scouting properties before striking; therefore, we encourage residents to keep their homes secure, look out for each other as neighbors, and call the police to report any suspicious activity or suspicious individuals,” said Sgt. Tammy Lobb said in a press release.

Surrey RCMP held a neighborhood watch meeting this week to educate residents about home securityand are planning a second one.

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They are also strengthening patrols in neighborhoods.

Police said all three suspects were wearing dark-colored hoodies, sweatpants and balaclavas. They also tightened the drawstrings on their hoods to conceal facial features.

The first suspect is six feet three inches tall and of heavy build, the second is six feet tall and muscular, and the third is five feet eight inches tall and slender.

Anyone with information is asked to call Surrey RCMP at 604-599-0502.

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