COLUMBIA HEIGHTS (WCCO) — Police have issued a residential burglary alert for a Columbia Heights neighborhood after increased burglaries.

Columbia Heights Police say the burglaries have typically been between the hours of 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Items that have been taken include video game consoles, flat screen TVs, jewelry, tools and other miscellaneous electronics.

The areas affected include the 4100 block of Jefferson Street, the 44200 block of Jefferson Street and the 3700-3900 blocks of Van Buren Street.

Those who witness any suspicious activity are asked to contact the Columbia Heights Police Department at 763-427-1212.