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Police: Two arrested in connection with 34 burglaries

KOSCIUSKO COUNTY, Ind. (WISH) – Authorities have arrested two people accused of being involved in at least 34 burglaries and thefts, according to the Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Department.

The arrests were made following a month long investigation and a tip from a man who was out fishing when he saw what appeared to be a burglary in progress. The man was able to provide photos taken on his cell phone, which eventually led to the arrest of Kurtis Michael Gunkel, 41, of Warsaw and Eric Warren Swick, 35, of Macy.

Both Gunkle and Swick have been charged with felony burglary and theft.

During the investigation, deputies located a number of items that had been reported stolen from local residents, including televisions, power tools, electronics, power washers, hand tools, chain saws, air compressors, generators, battery charges, fishing equipment, and other various items.

Officers have estimated that the over $20,000 worth of items were stolen since the beginning of April when sheriff’s department reports were first received.