Burglary reported at Heidelberg Township auto body shop, suspect sought

South Heidelberg police are investigating a burglary that occurred Monday night at a local auto body shop.

According to the South Heidelberg Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 9:42 p.m. on March 30, 2026, to 41 Brick Plant Road in Heidelberg Township for a report of a burglary at D and R Bodyshop.

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Upon arrival, officers determined that an unknown suspect had entered the business through a door. A search of the building found that the suspect had already fled the scene.

South Heidelberg Police Department.

Police said a review of security camera footage showed the individual removing electronic devices from one of the offices before leaving.

The suspect is described as a white male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches to 6 feet tall, weighing between 160 and 180 pounds. He was last seen wearing a light-colored hoodie, light-colored jeans, and white Skechers sneakers. Police said the suspect also had a light-colored cloth or bandana covering his face.

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The investigation remains ongoing.

Anyone with information or who can help identify the suspect is asked to contact the South Heidelberg Police Department at 610-670-9885 or 610-655-4911, or submit a tip online at sheidp.org. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Alert Berks at crimealertberks.org, which may offer a cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

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