SMITH COUNTY, Texas (KETK)-- Two East Texas men were arrested on Wednesday after they attempted to steal from vehicles in Smith County.

According to the Smith County Sheriff's Office, at 1:05 a.m., deputies responded to the 11800 block of Bird Point Trail just south of Tyler, where a burglary was in progress involving multiple vehicles.

Deputies began speaking with witnesses who reported that two suspects had begun lifting vehicle door handles in their driveway. The homeowner confronted both suspects, who then ran from the area.

"A suspicious vehicle of interest, a 1994 Dodge 1500 maroon in color, was located in the neighborhood," officials said. "After observing the video provided by the homeowner, deputies were able to determine that the suspects were attempting unlawful entry into ve

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