Authorities in northern New Jersey report three would-be crooks tried stealing a washer and dryer from the basement of a vacant house.
North Plainfield police responded to reports of a suspicious van.
Officers say the driver took off, with the rear doors still open.
There was a dryer in the driveway and police say two suspects were carrying the washer up from the basement.
All three are now charged with burglary and attempted theft.
