Police Investigating Business Break-Ins

Smithfield Police do not believe two business break-ins Thursday night are connected.

Around 8:25pm, the first break-in was reported at Anna Kate’s Gifts and More located at 1004 South Brightleaf Boulevard. Police said someone attempted to gain entry through a door causing an estimated $500 in damages.

Around 10:40pm, police responded to a break-in at Perfect 10 Salon & Spa located at 521 Outlet Center Drive.  The suspect or suspect broke out a section of the glass store front and removed a small amount of petty cash from the business.

Captain R. Sheppard said evidence collected at both scenes showed no indication the two crimes were related.

Anyone with information about the break-ins is asked to contact the Smithfield Police Department  at 919-934-2121 or the Police Department Tip Line at 919-989-8835.