PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Police are searching for a man wanted in connection with several break-ins on the East Side last week.

According to Providence Police Major David Lapatin, an arrest warrant has been issued for 52-year-old Tracy Alston, a career criminal who has been in and out of prison since his first arrest in July 1984.

Lapatin said more than 15 houses were broken into last week, spanning several neighborhoods.

He said soon after detectives began their investigation, they uncovered surveillance video from one of the homes that showed Alston sneaking around in the area.

Lapatin said house break-ins are Alston’s specialty, and while he is currently only being charged with at least one of the break-ins, he is the prime suspect in several others.

Anyone who knows Alston’s whereabouts should contact the Providence Police Department at (401) 272-3121.