Feb 24, 2021

Police investigate attempted burglary in Hays

Posted Feb 24, 2021 11:30 PM
Courtesy photo pulled from video footage shows a what is believed to be a newer model Ford F-150 pickup outside of Tractor Supply Co. during an attempted break-in. (Courtesy photo)
Courtesy photo pulled from video footage shows a what is believed to be a newer model Ford F-150 pickup outside of Tractor Supply Co. during an attempted break-in. (Courtesy photo)

By JAMES BELL
Hays Post

The Hays Police Department is searching for information about a recent burglary attempt at Tractor Supply Co., 235 W. 48th Street in Hays.

"In the early morning hours of Feb. 21, at approximately 2:28 a.m. someone attempted to burglarize the Tractor Supply," said Police Chief Don Scheibler.

While the attempt was unsuccessful, video was captured of the incident — and now the department is searching for the white male, shown in the video wearing blue jeans and a black jacket.

The video shows the individual pulling into the parking lot and getting out of the vehicle, Scheibler said.

He then said it appeared the suspect used a circular grinder to cut two locks off of the gate in order to gain access.

When the suspect moved the fence, however, an audible alarm was triggered and he fled the scene in his pickup.

"If anybody has any information, we ask them to call the Hays Police Department and request to speak to Master Police Officer Ryan Blecha or the on-duty supervisor."