She told police the woman spoke in a foreign language over a walkie-talkie and then left. Nothing was taken, Tamagny said. Similar incidents have been reported in Fort Lee, Hackensack, and Washington Township, police said. The woman is described as in her mid-20s, about 5 feet 4 inches, with cropped blond hair. Police believe she has a male accomplice who burglarized the houses.
Police urge residents to make sure they lock their homes, even when they are in the yard or nearby.
Anyone with information about such scams should contact their police department.