Dateline: Washington ,DC. Breakin!

     The Minister of Latin American Affairs had a rude awakening after work on Monday.  Leaving his office at the OAS in midafternoon, he returned to his home to find the door ajar and the customary hall lights extinguished.  Upon entry, he immediately noticed some missing items: TV's and computers.  He called 911 to report a possible burglary in progress.  DC police responded within minutes.   First arriving officers called for the Metro S.W.A.T. team who arrived moments later.  They used a tactical team approach to make sure the house was clear and safe.
     A full report was given to the PD, and a known inventory of missing items added to the report.   His impending move to a new apt. seems timely.  Fortunately, his losses were minimal, but his 4 housemates have losses.  It was a reminder that big cities continue to offer opportunities to the criminal elements found everywhere.
     Our minister, ever the optimist, took the invasion in stride, and has moved on, literally and figuratively.  He was advised by the Mayor to get his renters' insurance policy immediately.  He agreed it was time.