Police were asking people to be vigilant after the incident.
"If you're going out for any reason, secure your property including the garage and sheds. Not everybody can afford an alarm, but it's important to ensure all windows and doors are locked," Mr Adamson said.
"A dog can be just as good as an alarm, especially one that barks. If any members of the public see anyone floating around the neighbourhood that doesn't look like they're supposed to be there, they should call the police rather than wait."
Residents should work with their neighbours to report any suspicious activity, Mr Adamson said.
Hawke's Bay Today can also reveal the number of recorded burglary offences for the Napier and Hastings area in 2013.
Statistics obtained from police, via the Official Information Act, showed Napier had a total of 949 burglaries last year, while Hastings recorded 877.
Some of the outlying suburbs near the twin cities had their fair share of burglaries, with Flaxmere recording 312 last year, 128 in Taradale, 109 in Havelock North village, 51 in the township of Clive and 32 in the seaside community of Bay View.
August, 2013 proved to be the worst month for burglaries in Napier with 111 recorded, while 106 were also recorded in the Art Deco city in December as Christmas approached.
In Hastings, June was the month with the most offences at 101, with July second at 94. In Havelock North, March was the month for crime with 30, double the count of burglaries in December, the next highest month.
- additional reporting Harrison Christian
