Three Coombs homes were broken into on Wednesday afternoon between 1.50pm and 9.45pm.
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In at least one of the incidents, the residents were at home when the burglary occurred but were unaware of the intrusion.
The thieves appeared to be targeting power tools and other portable devices.
Police attending the scene advised one of the affected residents that an arrest had been made in relation to these three incidents, but ACT Policing would not confirm this.
Police said investigations were ongoing and urged anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers.
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