Unknown Woman Enters Medford School, Steals From Teachers

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An unknown woman was able to gain access to Medford’s McGlynn Middle School on Friday. The suspect proceeded to steal from empty classrooms during the school’s lunch period, according to police officials.

Police have released surveillance images of the suspect with the hopes of positively identifying the alleged robber. Those with any information are asked urged to contact the Medford Police Department.

The McGlynn School’s staff allowed the woman to enter the building against protocol through a side door, according to Superintendent of Schools Roy Belson. The suspect allegedly stole close to $800 from purses belonging to four different teachers.

Belson said the suspect “should’ve been stopped.”

The suspect was reportedly approached while inside the school and offered assistance, according to Belson, but not questioned.

Parents of students at the middle school on 3002 Mystic Valley Parkway were left startled and concerned over the incident.

Several “petrified” parents spoke to Patch about the incident, calling it a “disgrace.” Some called for the implementation of security cameras in the school.

Belson said school officials have addressed the problem. The school has discussed ways to strengthen security measures in order to prevent such an incident from happening again.