On Thursday, July 11, 2024, at approximately 3:20 a.m., a deputy responded to a burglary report at a residence off Lazarus Road (Cemetery Road) in Fredericksburg. The complainant, who had been out of town visiting friends, reported that the burglary occurred between 10:00 p.m. and 3:00 a.m.

The complainant stated that several firearms were missing from the residence. Entry appeared to have been made through a back window where an air conditioning unit was installed.

The stolen firearms were described as follows:

• Aero Precision .300 caliber Blackout with a chameleon color bolt and Black Stinger red dot sight
• Aero Precision 6.5 Creedmoor with a Primary Arms scope
• Daniel Defense 5.56 caliber rifle with a Vortex scope
• Aero Precision .223 caliber rifle with a Vortex scope
• Aero Precision .300 caliber Blackout with Holosun red dot sight
• Panzer Arms 12 gauge shotgun

The investigation is ongoing. Authorities are urging anyone with information about this burglary to contact Sergeant James Ahrens or the Gillespie County Sheriff’s Office at (830) 997-7585. Those wishing to remain anonymous can reach Gillespie County Crime Stoppers at (830) 997-8477 (TIPS), or submit tips via the P3 Tips phone app or online at www.gillespiecountycrimestoppers.com.