breaking and entering
Example Sentences
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Mr. Otieno was taken into custody on March 3 by Henrico County police, who were responding to a report of breaking and entering from a neighbor.
From New York Times
As Mata’afa and her supporters gathered under a large white tent on the parliament lawn, her opponent held a news conference to accuse her of “breaking and entering.”
From Washington Post
He was arrested on charges for larceny of more than $1,200 and breaking and entering into a vehicle to commit a felony.
From Fox News
But the trust that runs the castle says they need reinstating due to "ongoing issues of breaking and entering".
From BBC
Gentry was charged with assault with a deadly weapon on a government official, breaking and entering, two misdemeanor counts of assault with a deadly weapon and other charges relating to property damage.
From Washington Times
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