New Jersey

Man Cuts Hole in Roof to Nab 30+ Guitars: Police

A New Jersey man has been arrested for and accused of cutting through a storage unit roof to steal more than 30 guitars along with other electronic equipment two months ago.

Jason Mackenzie of Berlin, New Jersey, was charged with burglary and related offenses.

Mackenzie, 34, is one of the four suspects believed to be involved in the March 25 incident, according to police.

Mackenzie and the other alleged trespassers broke into the Public Store storage unit at 2345 Castor Ave. that night by cutting a hole through the roof.

The men made off with 35 guitars, 10 amps, vinyl records and children’s toys, police said. 

Police arrested Mackenzie April 30 after spotting him along Frankford Avenue.

Anyone with information regarding the investigation is asked to contact Philadelphia Police at 215-686-3388. 

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