The suspect or suspects entered the residence in the 500 block of Emmet Street through an open window and damaged the screen in the process, police said. A purse containing a driver's license, money and credit cards was taken.
The purse was right next to the window, according to the release.
The break-in was reported Tuesday morning. Police were dispatched to the residence at 8:30 a.m.
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