Smokes and the bandit: Thief breaks into deli via cellar, steals cigarettes

A burglar broke into a Boerum Hill deli via its basement and made off with cigarettes and cash on June 4, according to a police report.

The sneak thief entered the bodega at Warren and Bond streets just before 11 pm by taking advantage of an unlocked cellar door then breaking through a locked basement door, police said.

Once inside, he swiped three cartons of smokes and $300, cops said.

Police ask anyone with information about the crime to call (800) 577–8477, submit tips at www.nypdcrimestoppers.com, or text 274637 followed by TIP577. All calls are strictly confidential.