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Police Crime
Alert Community Services Section CHARLES T. CRAFTChief of
Police 500
West Big troypdcrimealert@ci.troy.mi.us |
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Crime Alert for period
ending October 6, 2006 Assaults: Hooters,
1686 John R, 9/26, 2250 hrs. Complainant,
a 19 year old waitress came to the station on the 27th to report
that the previous night she was punched by a former 19 year old female
employee who was in the restaurant and articulated dissatisfaction with the
service Complainant provided.
Complainant stated she approached the suspect and inquired about what
she was dissatisfied about, when the suspect began cursing at her, stood up
and grabbed her by the face, and eventually punched her. She stated she swung back and the
altercation was broken up. Apartment
complex entrance, Coachman and Rochester Ct. 10/3, 0158 hrs. Officers
summoned to the entrance of an apartment complex on a report of two people
arguing. Upon arrival they
located a 21-year-old female from Madison Heights and her 25-year-old
boyfriend also from Madison Heights in a car near the entrance. The female stated she was with her
boyfriend and her 22-year-old sister from Troy at a bar in another city when
she got into an argument with her sister. She stated she punched her sister
after her sister became physically assaultive with her at the bar. They all eventually left together,
and while enroute to drop her sister off at her apartment in Troy, her sister
began kicking and punching her.
Her sister had already returned to the apartment when police arrived,
and the 21 year old stated she didn’t want to press any charges. Auto/Vehicle Thefts: Community
Center, 3179 Livernois, 1810 hrs. Complainant stated his car
keys were removed from his unlocked locker and his car was missing in the
lot. Officers checked the lot
and discovered the car had been moved from its original location and left in
an adjacent lot. The inside had
been gone through, wallet, 50 CD’s, cell phone, and a class ring were stolen
from the car. Information
developed indicated two 17-year-old males might have been involved; as one
was observed driving victim’s car through the lots; investigation continues. Big Beaver near Rochester,
10/2, 1818 hrs. Officers located a ’90
white Olds four-door reported stolen out of Madison Heights. A stop was attempted, however the
driver attempted to flee. He entered the shopping plaza on the southwest corner
and proceeded through the lot.
When he reached the far west side of the lot, he was facing several
high/large curbs. One of the
responding patrol units was able to pin the suspect vehicle between the
patrol car’s push bumpers and curbs, which prevented the suspect from
continuing. The 40-year-old male
driver from Detroit was arrested without incident. Breaking and Entries: New China Restaurant, 2805
E. Maple, 9/228, 0000-1000 hrs. Rear door pried and several
hundred dollars of cash stolen from two cash registers. Asia
Mart, 5047 Rochester, 10/1-10/2, 1900-0950 hrs. Rear door pried and two
cash registers, which contained a small amount of currency and two cash
drawers, which were empty. A
printer was also taken. Crash Investigations: Louis Street, 9/30, 0253
hrs, Complainant reported
discovering damage on his Subaru Forester, which was parked legally on the
street that was consistent with being struck by another car. In checking the area, he noticed a
blue ’97 Ford Taurus parked in a lot across the street with damage on it
suggesting it was the responsible vehicle. Officer inspected the suspect vehicle and noted damage
consistent with striking complainant’s car, including complainant’s missing
hubcap stuck up under suspect vehicle’s frame. Officer also located damage to the turf and wall of the
lot where the suspect vehicle was parked. The vehicle’s owner, a 45-year-old female from Roseville
was on the scene with her brother attempting to tow the vehicle. She stated her 18-year-old daughter
called her at 0300 hrs. that morning, told her she had been in a crash, but a
male had been driving. She
stated she came to the scene, moved the car to the lot, and drove her
daughter home. The daughter was
contacted and met officer at the station. She indicated she had been at a party, had been drinking,
met an unknown male, and because she has a restricted license from a recent
drunk driving conviction arranged for him to drive her car because she
thought he was sober. She stated
they got lost and crashed the car, at which time the unknown male fled on
foot. She went on to explain she
is on probation for a recent MIP violation and apparently isn’t supposed to
be drinking at all. The officer
warned her about filing a false police report and potential charges that
could follow. The next afternoon
she re-contacted the officer and admitted fabricating the story, stating she
was the sole occupant of the vehicle and was driving at the time of the
crash. She was issued traffic
tickets for being at fault in the crash, “Failure to Report the Crash,” and
“Violating her Restricted License.”
She was not charged with filing a false police report. Credit, Check, Identity Theft, and other Fraud: Complainant stated he had
a car posted for sale on an Internet site and discovered someone had changed
the e-mail address on his account and was trying to sell the vehicle on the
changed account. The Internet
site corrected the alteration, and tracked the origin to a location in
Virginia, however complainant is concerned the suspect may have accessed
other personal information. Troy Transmission, 2810
Rochester, 9/12 Complainant reported
making repairs on a car on behalf of an auto sales company in Detroit with
which he has apparently had business dealings in the past. He stated the car was delivered,
repaired, and picked up by employees of that company whom he knew from
previous contacts, and knew they were employed by the company in
question. They paid with a check
from the company, which when complainant attempted to deposit was advised a
stop payment had been placed on it.
When complainant contacted the owner of the company in question, he
was advised the company’s checks were stolen, that his employees did not pick
up the car in question, and would only pay $400.00 of the $1972.00 bill. Investigation continues. Complainant reported
discovering someone opened a fraudulent cell phone account in his name. The billing address was to a location
in Detroit with which complainant was not familiar. Domestics/Family Troubles: Detectives are
investigating a 911 call wherein when officers arrived, they were informed by
the resident that he and his wife got into an argument during which she
pushed and kicked him. She left the
scene prior to officers’ arrival. Detectives are
investigating a domestic assault in which male victim was assaulted by his
male roommate. The suspect
reportedly assaulted victim by throwing hot water on him, striking him with
pots and pans, as well as a hammer.
Victim required transport to hospital for treatment. Suspect was gone when officers
arrived. Detectives are investigating a domestic assault in
which male suspect hit victim several times and a third party called. Both fled before officers
arrived. Officers eventually
located the victim. She
indicated the suspect assaulted her again after they left their original
location and argued again at another. Troy Officers responded to two incidents involving
family troubles/domestic disputes.
In one case, the investigation revealed no assaults or other crimes
occurred, therefore no formal enforcement action taken/required. In the other, officers responded on a
request from Oakland County Sheriff’s Department to investigate a report they
received regarding a possible domestic assault that occurred in Troy. Officers were only able to locate and
interview one of the parties.
She stated she and her husband argued, and apparently engaged in a
mutual physical exchange that apparently occurred in Troy. That investigation continues. Troy Officers responded to
one incident involving a family trouble/domestic dispute where investigation
revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no formal
enforcement action taken/required. Drunk/Intoxicated Driving Incidents of Interest: John R and Long Lake,
10/2, 0149 hrs. Officer observed a blue
Ford F-150 pickup driving recklessly through a subdivision near Stoddard, S/O
Long Lake and nearly struck the patrol car when the pickup went through a
stop sign. The truck
eventually proceeded west on Long Lake and attempted to cut through the
parking lot of the 7-11 store on the northeast corner of John R and Long
Lake, but hit a landscape rock and became stuck. The driver was revving the wheels attempting to get the
truck dislodged as the officer walked up. The 20-year-old male driver from Troy smelled strongly of
intoxicants, and stated he had 5-6 beers at a friend’s house. He failed sobriety tests and was
arrested. He blew .18 on a
breath test. He was driving on a
paper/temporary driver’s license from a pending drunk driving arrest. Embezzlements: Jiffy Lube, 1760 W. maple,
9/30-10/2 Complainant reported
Friday’s and Saturday’s cash drops missing from the safe. The alarm system had been deactivated. The cash register key was missing, as
was the opening cash left in the drawer. Suspect is an employee who had access to the alarm codes,
cash register key, and safe code.
He failed to show up for work as scheduled on the 30th.
Investigation continues. Home Invasions: Cadmus, 9/27, 1515-1600
hrs. Complainant reported
someone entered home via unsecured window and stole approximately $10,000.00
in cash. Streamview, 10/1-10/2,
2100-07115 hrs. Complainant reported finding
a window in the family room open, and the wooden dowel used to secure the
door wall removed from the tract and leaning against the wall. A TV and a cell phone were stolen. Complainant thought the window in
question was locked, however there was no sign of forced entry. He stated he thought he heard a noise
on the first floor during the night, but didn’t perceive it as suspicious. Larcenies: Panda Express, 412 W. 14
Mile, 9/27, 1730 hrs. Complainant reported after
making a purchase, she left her wallet and cell phone near the sales
counter. She returned sometime
later and found both missing. She contacted her credit
card company and discovered a fraudulent charge made at a gas station in
Detroit. Troy Seventh Day Adventist
Church, 2775 Crooks, 9/27 Soundboard stolen from
church. Church was open/not
secured at time. Troy Union Elementary,
1340 E. Square Lake, 9/27-9/28, 0830-0900 hrs. Two class rooms had
unlocked storage drawers entered and money stolen; approximately $320.00 in
total. No forced entry/damage to
school, classrooms, or storage drawers. Camden, 10/2, 1915-2115
hrs. Complainant left garage
door open while she went out.
When she returned, she discovered a set of golf clubs missing. Athens High School, 4333
John R, 10/2, 0730-1830 hrs. Blue and white, Mongoose
Ace BMX bike stole from bike rack. Larcenies from Autos: Tacoma, 9/22-9/27 Unlocked ’94 Acura parked
in drive entered and stereo/CD player stolen. Trombley, 9/224-9/25,
1300-1500 hrs. Set of golf clubs stolen
from ’00 Jeep Cherokee.
Complainant thought it was left locked, but there were no signs of
forced entry. Tarragona Way, 9/27-9/28,
2000-1100 hrs. Unlocked ’05 Dodge Grand
Voyager parked in drive entered and CD’s and DVD’s stolen. Lesdale, 9/29, 0125 hrs. Complainant stated she
looked outside when her dog started barking and saw the driver’s side door
open on her car parked in the drive.
The vehicle had been gone through. Officers located two other vehicles in the area that had
been entered and gone through, as well as two books of CD’s and a cell phone
discarded in the street.
Officers located an adult walking in the subdivision who indicated he
had just confronted three subjects who took off running. Officers located one of the three,
but lost track of him during a foot pursuit wherein the 17-year-old male from
Troy lost both shoes and both socks while running through yards and over
fences. Another resident in the
area saw the subject on a neighbor’s porch and reported him in as a
suspicious person when he did not recognize him as residing there. Officers proceeded to that location
and detained the subject. He
indicated he was with two other associates who had been out breaking into
cars. Other officers searching
the area found a black Dodge Durango parked on Lesdale with a pellet gun and
bolt cutters inside. The car
registered to a subject in another area of the subdivision. He was contacted and stated his 18-year-old
son was supposed to have the vehicle.
He ended up bringing his son back to the vehicle when his son returned
home. The 18 year old stated he
had been with two associates and they had entered several cars in the
area. He stated he didn’t take
anything. He also stated the
other two broke into a shed at a residence in the area where one of the
subjects heard there was a stash of marijuana plants. He claimed he had
followed while they broke in.
Having found no marijuana plants inside, they took a bolt cutters,
stick, and street sign that were inside. Those were recovered from the pickup. He stated they then proceeded to go
through 3-4 cars and took some CD’s and a cell phone. The third subject was identified, but
not located. Both were arrested
and then released pending further investigation. Suburban Hummer, 1755
Maplelawn, 9/29-10/1, 1800-1400 hrs. Three Hummers entered and
in-dash stereo systems stolen. There was no sign of forced entry, and
complainant indicated they were found locked. Malicious Destruction of Property: Hounds Chase, 9/28-9/29,
2300-0830 hrs. Driveway spray-painted
with white paint. Newburg, 10/1-10/2,
1700-1900 hrs. Complainant stated he
discovered fresh chips and cracks in newly poured driveway and sidewalk. He asserted when he contacted his
contractor, the contractor made some reference about it was his way of
getting his money. Apparently
complainant had not yet paid for the labor involved in the job. Possibly a civil matter. Minors and Alcohol: Probation Office 52-4
District Court, 520 W. Big Beaver, 9/28, 1015 hrs. Officers summoned on
report of a 20-year-old male from St. Clair reported for a pre-sentence
meeting for a drunk driving charge smelling of intoxicants. He advised
officers he had seven beers the night before, with his last being around
midnight. He blew .04 on a PBT and was cited for “MIP.” When asked how he arrived, he stated
he drove. Arrangements were made
for him to be picked up and driven home. Neighbor Troubles: Officers responded to
complaint regarding a neighbor cutting complainant’s lawn too close/scalping
it along property line. It
appears neighbor may have a lawn service that cut too low. Peace Officer/Civil: Creative Hot Rods, 286
Executive, 8/23-10/3 Complainant reported he
contracted with an individual from the business he knew only by first name to
restore his ’66 Chevrolet Impala.
Complainant went to the business to check on the progress, and found
that the building had been cleared out along with complainant’s vehicle. He stated the building owner was
there, and advised him the business had moved out and left no forwarding
information. Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats: Business representative
reported an employee who he terminated began threatening him, as did an
associate of the terminated employee who also works at the business. Both were escorted off the premises
by security. Property leasing agent
reported being threatened by an associate of a current lessee. One threatening and
obscene telephone call report was taken. One report was taken
involving an ex-girlfriend harassing complainant while at work over money she
claims he still owes her. Complainant at fast food
restaurant reported receiving a call from an unknown female trying to place
an unusually large order for the next day. When he asked for her name and contact information to
verify the order due to its size, she became obscene and threatened him and
the business before hanging up. Suspicious Incidents: Wass School Lot, 2340
Willard, 9/27, 0849 hrs. Principal reported being
advised by a parent that there was a black Ford Explorer backed up near a
fence in the school lot occupied by a W/M approximately 50 years old with a
video camera. Principal spoke
with the male driver/lone occupant who produced a security badge and stated
he was conducting surveillance on someone regarding a financial case. He advised there were two other
security officers in the area and they had notified Troy PD. Troy Dispatch
reported receiving no notification of surveillance in the area. Santia, 9/28, 2045 hrs. Complainant observed a
male standing up against a neighbor’s bedroom window. Upon officers’ arrival, the subject
was gone. Officers located fresh
footprints in the grass near the windows of the house in question. They also located a stack of
landscape bricks under one of the windows. The homeowner indicated two of the windows involved were
bedroom and bathroom windows, and the third was a family room window. He stated the landscape rocks were
not there earlier in the day.
The original complainant stated the rocks were from beneath one of
their bushes. A Police K-9 Unit
conducted a track, which ended on English Street with negative results. Complainant indicated there was a
similar incident at her residence earlier in the summer. She stated her husband came outside
and observed a male standing outside one of their windows with his pants
down. When her husband
confronted him, he claimed he was going to the bathroom and then left the
area. She stated the subject in
that incident matched the description of the subject in the incident at hand.
Suspect: W/M, dark complexion,
approximately 30 years old, 6-0, 200, short dark hair, bushy eyebrows,
“five-o-clock” shadow, dark zippered sweatshirt. Troy Library, 510 E. Big
Beaver, 10/2, 1830 hrs. Complainant reported
observing a male subject who appeared to be taking photos of a female patron
with his cell phone camera. The
complainant stated the subject lowered his cell phone several times under a
desk where a female was sitting such that the angle of the camera would
provide a view up her skirt. Officers spoke to the female who indicated she
was not aware of the subject’s actions.
Officers located the 49-year-old male from Waterford who after some
hesitation admitted taking photos of women. He appeared to be trying to hide
the phone from officers. He did
not want to display the pictures when they asked if he would be willing to
show them. When asked if the
cell phone contained photos up women’s dresses, the subject replied in the
affirmative. The phone was confiscated. The subject was released pending
further investigation, which will include a review of the phone’s photos by
the Tech- Crimes Investigator, and based on those results a review for
possible charges by the prosecutor. Retention Pond near 1400
Stephenson Highway, 10/1, 1930 hrs. While checking the building
in response to an entry alarm, which was determined false, officers detected
a strong chemical odor that appeared concentrated near the storm water
retention pond next to the building.
There appeared to be a film on the water. The Troy Fire Department’s Special Response Unit
(Hazardous Materials Unit) responded.
They conducted water sample tests, which indicated the presence of
Ammonium Chloride. Continued sampling
up current along the storm creek and drain system that leads into the pond
produced similar readings. The
positive results for the chemical ended at a storm water grate on Allen
Street, which is in an industrial subdivision west of Stephenson. The pavement surrounding the grate in
question was wet. The storm
system was flushed with bio-solve to neutralize the chemical. Ammonium Chloride is commonly used as
an herbicide or pesticide. It is
suspected a portion of the substance was dumped/discarded into the sewer
system over the Allen Street sewer grate to which it was traced. There were no injuries or medical
conditions reported associated with the incident; nor were any wildlife found
affected. Welfare Checks: Troy Officers responded to
three incidents involving individuals experiencing emotional/psychological
difficulties and assisted with transport to the hospital for
evaluation/commitment. Special Events Information: Troy Community
Coalition Presents Annual Celebrity Night Dinner
Mr. Dennis Wholey, who
is a national talk show host, producer, and author, will be the guest speaker
at this year’s event. Tickets
are on sale; the Coalition is also seeking sponsors, as well as items for the
silent auction. The dinner is
scheduled for Wednesday, October 12th at 6:00 p.m., at the San
Marino Club. The San Marino Club
is located on the north side of Big Beaver, between Rochester and John R
Roads in Troy. Please see
attached flier on the event and biography on Mr. Wholey for additional
information. Arrest Summary: In addition to those
outlined above, the following arrests were also made during the period: Drunk Driving: 2 Drove While License
Suspended: 4 Warrants: 10 |
Events & Programs
Please click or go to the below
link for community events for the coming October 6th – 13th Week!
http://www.ci.troy.mi.us/calendar/ Other upcoming Events: Troy Community Coalition Presents Annual Celebrity Night
Dinner
Mr. Dennis Wholey, who
is a national talk show host, producer, and author, will be the guest speaker
at this year’s event. Tickets
are on sale; the Coalition is also seeking sponsors, as well as items for the
silent auction. The dinner is
scheduled for Wednesday, October 12th at 6:00 p.m., at the San
Marino Club. The San Marino Club
is located on the north side of Big Beaver, between Rochester and John R
Roads in Troy. Please see
attached flier on the event and biography on Mr. Wholey for additional
information. _____________________ Whether you need Click here to view the Troy Chamber's new
eNewsletter geared toward residents. Included you will find everything from
discount offers on pizzas to gym memberships and upcoming events presented by
Troy Chamber member businesses. To sign-up to receive it automatically on a
bi-monthly basis, please e-mail: deb@troychamber.com or call 248.641.1606. ______________________ Crime Prevention Tips
Larcenies from Autos / Car Theft Things that can
be done to combat auto theft and larcenies from autos include: Ø
Installing a car alarm. Ø
Using
steering-wheel locking applications like the club etc. Ø
Applications
of a hidden kill switch to the ignition system. Ø
Park in a
well lit well traveled area if possible. Ø
Always
maintain security of vehicle keys. Ø
Do not leave
anything of value in your vehicle in plain view. Ø
Always lock
your vehicle doors. Ø
Never leave
a vehicle unattended while running. Ø
There is a
trend of things being stolen from vehicles in the parking lots of fitness
centers and fun centers. While going to these places, be extra careful to
remove all items of value and secure your vehicle. Larceny Ø
Always keep
control of all your property. Ø
Your
belongings are not safe while you are playing sports or at work unless you
have them properly locked or are in possession of them. Ø
Thieves wait
for the right time and will take property quickly. Ø
Unfortunately
you cannot always trust co-workers or other business associates. Ø
Do not rely
on others to watch your belongings.
If they fail, you will be the victim, not them. Ø
Be cautious
of who you allow into your home. If you invite guests that you really do not
know into your home you are inviting trouble. Alcohol / Drugs Be responsible, if you drink, DO NOT DRIVE! If you serve alcohol, make
sure that your guests make it home safely. Don’t serve alcohol to under
aged children We all must share
the roads, don’t risk the lives of others or yourself. It is not a good idea to mix Alcohol
with other activities like boating or swimming. If you drink, do it in moderation and don’t drive or put
yourself and other at risk. ·
DO NOT use
illegal drugs ·
DO NOT drive
and endanger the lives of everyone if you have consumed alcohol or drugs. · If you are under 21 years of age, IT IS ILLEGAL to consume or possess alcohol. If
you have any information on illegal drug activity call our tip line at
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