Suspected Barrow County burglar caught thanks to alert neighbor

WINDER, Ga. - Authorities in Barrow County are crediting a vigilant resident with helping to lead to the arrest of a man in connection with multiple burglaries.

Deputies were dispatched to a residence at 2325 Atlanta Highway SE on Tuesday after a neighbor reported seeing an unidentified man enter the home and exit through a side window.

 According to the Barrow County Sheriff's Office, deputies arrived quickly and deployed a K-9 unit to track the man. The trail led deputies to a nearby residence where items believed to be stolen were found outside.

Daniel Arellano-Mata, 28, of Winder, was charged with one count of burglary, with additional charges pending as the investigation continues.

Deputies say a search of Arellano-Mata's home uncovered evidence connecting him to four additional burglaries in Barrow County and the Statham area.

He was booked into the Barrow County Detention Center. 

Authorities urge anyone with information about this case or related burglaries to contact Investigator Wyatt or Lt. Roberts with the Criminal Investigation Division at 770-307-3080 ext. 3087.