Police Arrest Serial Burglar

A Buffalo man has been arrested and charged in connection with a string of nine burglaries that occurred this month across the city’s B and D districts, according to police.

Authorities identified the suspect as 52-year-old Dale Gabler who was apprehended shortly after 1am on the 800 block of Amherst Street. Police said two residents reported Gabler had been in their car moments before officers caught up with him.

The investigation revealed that Gabler entered the complainants’ home and attempted to load one of their vehicles with stolen property including a television and other electronics. He was confronted by the homeowners before being taken into custody. When police arrested him, Gabler was allegedly in possession of two wallets and 14 credit and debit cards not belonging to him.

Officials noted he also matched descriptions from several other recent burglaries. Gabler has been charged with multiple felony counts including burglary, grand larceny, and criminal possession of stolen property, along with additional misdemeanor charges.

The reported break-ins occurred between September 5th and September 15th on Middlesex and Hallam Roads, Plymouth and Richmond Avenues, Niagara and Amherst Streets, Lincoln Parkway, and Fordham Drive. Police also confirmed Gabler was on parole for previous burglary convictions at the time of his arrest.

Anyone with video footage or information that could assist the case is asked to call or text the Buffalo Police Department’s confidential tip line at (716) 847-2255.

The investigation remains ongoing to determine if the defendant is affiliated with any additional thefts.

Police Arrest Serial Burglar