Police Crime Alert

Community Services Section

CHARLES T. CRAFT

Chief of Police

500 West Big Beaver Rd.  Troy, Michigan 48084 (248) 680-7224

TroyPDCrimeAlert@troymi.gov

 

                                                                                               

Crime Alert for period ending July 27, 2007

 

Altercations/Disorderly Conduct:

 

Assaults:

 

Elliott and Minnesota, 7/25, 2038 hrs.

Officers responded to a report of a fight in progress.  Upon arrival, they spoke to a 19-year-old male from Sterling Heights who had been driving a Dodge Stratus.  He had a facial injury.  He was evaluated by EMS, but did not wish further treatment.  He was in the company of his 16-year-old girlfriend from Troy, three 18-year-old males and a 16-year-old male, all from Hamtramck.  He explained the group had been in Hamtramck when another group of teens accused them of stealing their wallet.  A chase apparently ensued from Hamtramck N/B on I-75 to 14 Mile.  The other vehicle was a champagne colored Honda, which reportedly tried running the Stratus off the road several times on the freeway.  The driver of the Stratus stated he exited at 14 Mile, drove to a nearby industrial subdivision where he tried to lose the other car.  For some reason he apparently stopped during that effort when the driver of the Honda “signaled him so they could talk.”  He stated at that point additional vehicles arrived in the area and numerous occupants got out and started beating him through his open car door.  His girlfriend’s purse was reportedly stolen by one of the subjects.  The vehicle sustained some minor damage during the incident as well.  Officers reported the information provided at the scene was vague at best.  All suspects were gone when officers arrived.

 

Playground Susick Elementary School, 2200 Castleton, 7/25, 2130 hrs.

A 14-year-old male complainant from Troy came to the police station to report that he was approached by a group of young males while he was playing basketball that wanted to join him.  When the game was over and he wanted to leave, one member of the group described as a W/M, approximately 14-years-old “grabbed and threatened him, demanding he leave his basketball and give him his money.”  Another member of the group, described as a B/M, approximately 17-years-old, 5’-3,” 250 lbs., wearing a white T-shirt, blue shorts, and unlaced Nike Air One shoes, reportedly removed what appeared to be a “real handgun from his waistband, brandished it at him, and also threatened him.”  He was able to leave and unknown if anything was taken.

 

Assist Other Department/Law Enforcement:

 

Auto/Vehicle Thefts:

 

Lovington, 7/21-7/23

’95 Honda Civic stolen.

 

Breaking and Entries:

 

Intraco, 530 Stephenson, 7/22, 1345 hrs.

Officers responding to a burglar alarm discovered the east door leading into the building with the glass smashed out.  Investigation revealed an interior office suite’s entry door had the glass smashed with a rock and the office apparently entered.  A business representative responded and could not determine what if anything had been stolen at that time.  Another suite belonging to a different business had the entry door pried in an unsuccessful attempt to enter.

 

Selik Financial, 1771 W. Big Beaver, 7/25, 2151-2153 hrs.

Officers responding to a burglar alarm discovered an exterior office window smashed out.  Investigation revealed the suspect(s) entered and unsuccessfully attempted to remove two large LCD monitors that were mounted on walls in two separate rooms.

 

Crash Investigations:

 

Credit, Check, Identity Theft, and other Fraud:

 

Complainant reported being contacted by one of his credit card companies regarding a suspicious cash advance attempt for $2600.00.  The card had not been used in ten years, but the account was still open.  Apparently a female suspect called in to add herself to the account and provided all of the complainant’s personal information as verification/authorization.  She had the card shipped to a local shipper where she arranged to pick it up in person. The credit card company called to verify the transaction after noting the added name and activity on the dormant account.  Transaction verified as fraudulent by complaint.  No losses.

 

Complainant reported discovering three unauthorized withdrawals for approximately $2400.00 in total from his bank account by three different businesses.  Bank investigators froze outside access to complainant’s account after he reported the frauds.

 

Complainant discovered unauthorized withdrawals made from his bank account apparently from ATM’s in California for approximately $1500.00.

 

Complainant reported that her husband’s business checks were stolen from her home, forged and fraudulently cashed at area banks with one for $80.00 in Troy.

 

Restaurant Depot, 1304 E. Maple, 7/23-7/25

Counterfeit $20.00 discovered when cash deposits were being processed at cash depository.

 

In addition to the above, two other credit fraud reports were filed during the reporting period.

 

Domestics/Family Troubles:

 

Troy Officers responded to four incidents involving family troubles/domestic disputes where investigation revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no formal enforcement action was taken.

 

Drugs/Narcotics:

 

Drunk/Intoxicated Driving Incidents of Interest:

 

Shoreline, 7/22, 0313 hrs.

Officers responded to a report that a gold ’00 Chevy Impala had driven across a lawn, into a tree and then struck an electrical box before coming to a stop.  Upon arrival officers located the 20-year-old male driver from Troy.  He stated he “was on his way home after visiting a friend.”  He stated he was “unsure of what happened in terms of how/why he crashed.”  He stated he was “traveling between 30 and 35 mph. before leaving the roadway.” He stated he “had one beer at his friend’s house.”  He smelled of alcohol and his speech was slurred.  He failed sobriety tests and was arrested.  He blew 0.14 on a breath test. He was not injured in the crash.

 

Embezzlements:

 

Home Invasions:

 

Allison, 7/13-7/22

Residence entered by unknown means as there was no sign of forced entry.  Jewelry reportedly missing from a master bedroom, as was a jar of quarters.  Apparently the residents were on vacation and their 28-year-old son who was also on vacation arrived home a couple days before his parents.  He reported observing nothing unusual/no doors or windows open or damaged when he returned.  When his parents arrived home they noticed the items missing.

 

Kirkton, 7/23, 1230-1545 hrs.

Rear door forced open and an unloaded 9mm handgun stolen from a dresser drawer.

 

Larcenies:

 

Wilcox Brothers Lawn Sprinklers, 85 Minnesota, 7/20, 0110-0145 hrs.

Lock cut on gate leading into business parking lot.  Catalytic converters stolen from three company ’97 Ford vans, and one company ’03 Chevy truck parked in lot.

 

Tallman, 7/22-7/23, 2300-0700 hrs.

Garage entered via unlocked pedestrian door.  A black 24” Mongoose bike, three sets of golf clubs, a GPS golf locater, and a skateboard were stolen.  Two golf bags minus the clubs were located in a side yard.  Two vehicles parked in the drive were ransacked however nothing taken with no forced entry.  Incident may be related to larcenies from autos listed below that occurred during same time frame on Leetonia and Randall (Tallman is in the same subdivision).  Officer located a speaker box in a neighbor’s front yard, however it is unknown whom that belongs to at this time.

 

Kroger Lot, South Boulevard and Crooks, 7/23, 1530 hrs.

A 14-year-old male complainant from Troy parked his yellow Haro X-16 Jump bike outside the store along with some of his friend’s bikes.  When he came out, he observed a W/M, approximately 25-years-old, with what was described as a three-week growth of beard, wearing a white T-shirt with “Harvard Medical” printed on the front and tan cargo shorts, loading his bike into the rear of a white Ford Explorer.  He described the car as a 1999-2000 model with rust spots.  The suspect was last seen driving away W/B on South Boulevard with complainant’s bike in his vehicle.

 

Church Lot, 5500 Adams, 7/21-7/23

Black utility trailer stolen from rear of lot.  A storage shed was also broken into however nothing was missing.

 

Kirk Lane, 7/23-7/24, 1630-0800 hrs.

Complainant reported his pharmacy dropped off 5 prescriptions at his residence, placing them between his front screen and main door that came up missing.

 

Beauty First, 1337 Coolidge, 7/25, 1945-2015 hrs.

Complainant reported someone stole three zippered moneybags from a drawer behind the register, two of which were empty; the third contained $100.00 in currency.

 

Mon Jin Lau, 1515 E. Maple, 7/25, 2230-2340 hrs.

Complainant reported parking her car using the valet.  She left her purse inside the car.  When she returned to the vehicle, the purse was missing.  No forced entry and valet denied knowledge of missing purse.

 

Troy Sports Center Locker Room, 1819 E. Big Beaver, 7/25, 1905 hrs.

Complainant arrived late for practice and entered locker room to observe a w/m, 5’-6,” 130-140 lbs., brown hair, 15-17 years old, wearing a white T-shirt going through a teammate’s pants pocket, stealing a wallet.  Complainant’s team was already out on the ice.  Complainant confronted the suspect who threw the wallet on the floor and exited.  When the owner of the wallet checked it, he found $49.00 missing.  Suspect is possibly a 16-year-old male from Sterling Heights whose team had just finished using an adjoining locker room.  Investigation continues.

 

Larcenies from Autos:

 

Lakewood, 7/20-7/21, 1900-0930 hrs.

Unlocked ’05 Ford Taurus parked in drive entered and satellite radio and cell phone charger stolen.

 

Ashbury, 7/22, 0330-1159 hrs.

A ’93 Pontiac Grand AM had driver’s side window smashed out and stereo and amplifier stolen.

 

Leetonia, Randall, 7/22-7/23, 2100-0615 hrs.

Seven vehicles parked on Leetonia and one parked on Randall were entered and ransacked over night.  All were unlocked except one, which had its window smashed.  Most were parked in drives.  Loose change, an envelope containing $119.00, an uninstalled car alarm, and a case of energy drinks were stolen from four of the vehicles.  Purses and wallets were gone through in a couple cases, but were left behind, as were credit cards.  In one case a piece of ID was stolen from a wallet.  Officers responded to the area and discovered the incidents after a resident called to report a suspicious male with a thin build wearing a white shirt looking into vehicles and trying vehicle door handles at about 0500 hrs.  Responding officers did not locate him.  A mountain bike was stolen from outside a garage where one of the vehicles had been entered and gone through.

 

Sylvan Glen Golf Course, 5501 Rochester Road, 7/23, 1815-2230 hrs.

’06 Jeep Liberty had rear driver’s side window smashed out and a laptop and Rx eyeglasses stolen.

 

Parking Lot, 4924 Rochester, 7/23, 2100-2200 hrs.

’07 Jeep Grand Cherokee had rear passenger side window smashed out and purse stolen, as was $40.00, MI driver’s license and a bankcard all of which were in the center console.  Credit cards from the purse were used to make a fraudulent purchase and a cash advance at two locations in Troy.

 

Renshaw, 7/18-7/19, 2330-0745 hrs.

Dodge Caravan entered and computer tablet, wireless card, and printer stolen.  Complainant stated she pressed the automatic lock from inside the house, however it may not have activated, as there was no sign of forced entry into the van.

 

Suburban Toyota, 1821 Maplelawn, 7/21-7/23, 1600-0700 hrs.

 

 

 

 

BMW 325ci parked in lot found on cinder blocks and all four tires/wheels stolen.

 

Business Lot, 1897 West South Boulevard, 7/24, 1130-1215 hrs.

’05 Honda Accord had rear passenger side window smashed out and purse stolen.

 

Garry, Rode Island, Isabell, 7/22, 0100-0700 hrs. 07-27494

 

Garry, Unlocked Chevy Silverado parked in drive entered a Sirius satellite radio and cell phone stolen.

 

Garry, Reportedly locked Ford pickup parked in drive entered and rummaged.  Nothing was missing and no damage.  Unknown on how entry accomplished.   Reportedly locked Ford Windstar parked in drive at same residence entered and rummaged.  Nothing was missing and no damage.

 

Garry, Unlocked Pontiac Sunfire parked in street entered and $10.00 in change stolen.  Locked Ford Bronco parked in drive at same residence entered via vent window, rummaged through with nothing missing.

 

Garry, Unlocked Toyota Camry parked in drive entered and sunglasses and driver’s license stolen.

 

Rhode Island, Locked Chrysler LHS parked in street had unsuccessful entry attempt by prying door lock with nothing missing.

 

Milverton, Unlocked Mercury Sable parked in street entered, rummaged with nothing missing.

 

Isabel, Unlocked Ford Econoline van parked in drive entered and $10.00 in change stolen.

 

Isabel, Pontiac Sunfire parked in street with window down entered, rummaged with nothing missing.

 

Isabel, Unlocked Dodge Ram pickup parked in street entered and watch stolen.

 

Rhode Island, Unlocked Chevy Express van parked in street entered, rummaged with nothing missing.  Unlocked Chevy Suburban parked in drive at same residence entered, rummaged with nothing missing.

 

Malicious Destruction of Property:

 

Minnesota, 7/22, 0300 hrs.

A 19-year-old male complainant from Troy reported hearing loud bangs outside his residence and when he looked outside, observed two males walking away from his ’98 Ford Ranger pickup.  When he went outside to investigate he discovered the center back window kicked in and the driver’s side window cracked.  He observed a footprint on the centerpiece of glass that had been kicked out that had a pattern he recognized as being from a pair of Nike Shock shoes.  He thought the two males he saw walking away from the truck resembled on old friend and his younger brother from Troy.  They are 18 and 15-years-old respectively from Troy.  He knew the 18-year-old had a pair of Nike Shock shoes, so he went to their residence and confronted them.  Both were fully dressed at 0300 hrs. in the morning.  They denied responsibility for damaging his car, however the 18-year-old refused to show complainant his shoes.  Complainant stated there was no negative history between him and the suspects.

 

Minnesota, Wisconsin, 7/22, 0000-0600 hrs.

Two mailboxes on Minnesota and five on Wisconsin broken off their respective stands in front of residences.

 

Villa Park, 7/19-7/20, 2200—830 hrs.

’07 Pontiac G6 had passenger side door scratched/possibly keyed.

 

Vacant building 1150 Naughton, 7/20-7/22

Graffiti spray-painted on south exterior wall.

 

Hill Elementary School, 46oo Forsyth, 7/19-7/20, 1600-0817 hrs.

Tar spread on south sidewall.  It appears suspect climbed onto roof to do so.  Initials “KLC” were left on the wall.

 

Merrick, 7/21, 1630-2130 hrs.

Home under construction entered and second floor rooms had holes kicked into the drywall. Shoe print observed on one of the damaged walls.

 

Subdivision Park, Coral and Diamond, 7/23-7/25

Graffiti/”gang type” signs painted on the slide and trash can.

 

Minors and Alcohol:

 

Corbin and Connolly, 7/23, 0315 hrs.

Officers were dispatched on a report of a male passed out inside a parked, non-running vehicle.  Upon arrival officers located a ’97 Olds Cutlass with an 18-year-old male from a nearby residence inside.  There was an empty beer can outside the vehicle on the ground and a full can on top of the car.  Officers had trouble waking the subject.  When they did, they found him extremely intoxicated.  He did not “know where he was.”  He blew 0.20 on a PBT.  EMS was called to the scene to evaluate him.  His parents eventually came outside, were briefed on the situation, and after consulting with paramedics took custody of their son.  He was cited for “MIP” (Minor in Possession).

 

Neighbor Troubles:

 

Peace Officer/Civil:

 

Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats:

 

Four harassing telephone call reports taken.

 

Two harassment reports taken.

 

Two threats report taken.

 

Retail Fraud:

 

Macy’s, 500 W. 14 Mile, 7/20, 1350 hrs.

LPO’s (Loss Prevention Officers) reported 32-year-old male from Detroit, known from prior retail frauds, entered the store and took several items of clothing into a fitting room.  When he exited the fitting room, a pair of pants and a shirt was missing from what he originally carried in.   LPO’s approached him regarding the concealed clothing.  He pushed them away and fled.  As he did, he dropped a cell phone he was talking on.  He dumped the jeans in a stairwell.  The shirt was not recovered.  He was last seen entering an awaiting silver Ford Explorer driver by a B/F which drove off toward 14 Mile.  It is suspected he may have been talking to the driver on his cell prior to his escape.

 

CVS, 2963 E. Big Beaver, 7/22, 2030 hrs.

Two W/M’s approximately 20-years-old entered the store on Friday, 7/20/07, filled two shopping carts full of beer and tried to exit without paying.  Store personnel stopped them from doing so.  Apparently the same two showed up again on Sunday 7/23/07 and again loaded several cases of beer into two shopping carts.  Upon attempting to exit they were questioned and claimed they “paid at the pharmacy.”  The pharmacy however had closed hours earlier.  The one subject was able to exit with his shopping cart and beer, while the second grabbed cases out of his cart as he fled.  They entered and escaped in an older dark green ’94 Plymouth, dropping several cans of beer in the lot as they did. Total stolen approximately $100.00.  The plate on the car registers to a 38-year-old male from Fowlerville.

 

Robberies:

 

Bus Stop, Oakland Mall, 412 W. 14 Mile, 7/21, 2240 hrs.

A 19-year-old male complainant from Detroit claimed that while waiting at the bus stop and talking to a female who was also waiting, a green older Ford Taurus pulled up, occupied by two B/M’s, both wearing white T-shirts.  The passenger reportedly got out and pointed a black handgun at the complainant, demanding his ”money and the female’s purse.”  He stated he turned over his wallet, and was unsure if the female turned over her purse, as both he and she ran off in opposite directions as the suspects fled the scene in the car.  He stated he last saw the car turning east on 14 Mile from John R. He ran to a nearby gas station to use a pay phone to call 911.  He did not know where the female went.  Responding officers were unable to locate her and she never contacted the PD to report being robbed.  The complainant stated she dropped a shopping bag that contained a shirt when she ran.  The complainant turned that over to investigating officers.  The description of the suspects was limited to that which was outlined above.

 

Suspicious Incidents:

 

LaSalle bank Lot, 5014 Rochester, 7/19, 1400 hrs.

A 27-year-old male from Dearborn cited and released for “Soliciting without a Permit” after trying to sell stereo equipment out of his car to a passerby.

 

Wattles, 7/23, 0130 hrs.

Complainant stated he observed a subject trying to pick the lock on the back door of his residence.  He reportedly scared the subject off who was last scene running south on foot.  A Police K-9 track proceeded south across Wattles, into the adjacent subdivision, and then west onto Rochester Road where it was lost in a business parking lot.  The complainant stated he had no idea who the subject was, but indicated similar incidents have occurred in the past.  Suspect:  B/M, wearing a dark colored hooded sweatshirt with the hood pulled over his face, dark blue jeans, and extremely white shoes.

 

Axtel, 7/24, 1900-1634 hrs.

Passenger door lock pushed in on a ’00 Chrysler Town and Country van parked in the carport of the apartment complex lot.  No entry gained.

 

Traffic Altercations:

 

Vandalism:

 

Weapons Offenses:

 

Welfare Checks:

 

Troy Officers responded to three incidents involving individuals experiencing emotional/psychological difficulties and assisted w/transport to the hospital for evaluation/commitment.  

 

Special Events Information:

 

Miscellaneous Information:

 

N/B I-75 near Wattles, 7/21, 0150 hrs.

When officer was passed by a white motorcycle that was traveling at a high speed, the officer activated emergency equipment in an attempt to catch up and stop it.  The motorcycle rapidly pulled away, so the officer ceased efforts to catch up.  The driver appeared to be a B/M, wearing a black and white jacket.

 

Bicycle and other Self-Propelled Vehicle Registration

Free program to Troy residents to register their bicycles, scooters, skateboards or any other non-motorized, self-propelled ride-on vehicle with the Police Department. Registrants are issued a non-removable, numbered registration sticker that will assist in returning the property if it is stolen or lost. The only requirement is that you complete a registration form (file size 8k) with the make, model, color and serial number of your vehicle along with your name, address and phone number to contact you. Registration forms can be picked up at the Police Records desk or downloaded here.

 

 

Case Updates:

 

Arrest Summary:

 

In addition to those outlined above, the following arrests were also made during the period:

 

Drunk Driving:  10

Drove While License Suspended:  6

Driving Under the Influence of Drugs:  1

Retail Fraud:  9

Warrants:  7

 

National Night Out Block Party in Troy

 

Target, in partnership with the Troy Police and Fire Departments, and the City of Troy are hosting a “National Night Out” event on the evening of Tuesday, August 7, 2007 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. in the open area behind Troy City Hall located at 500 W. Big Beaver.  All are welcome to this family friendly free event held in conjunction with this year’s kick-off of the National Night Out Against Crime Project.  The National Association of Town Watch sponsors the project.  According to the National Town Watch website, the project is designed to heighten crime and drug prevention awareness, generate support for and participation in crime prevention programs, strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships, and send a message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. This Troy based block party is aimed at encouraging citizens and neighbors to get outside, get to know one another, and be one another’s, as well as the police department’s eyes and ears against crime in the community. Troy Police Department will be providing Child Fingerprinting, Bike registration (See above or bring you bike or just make, model, color and serial number), Bike Safety and other useful crime prevention tips!  The Target Corporation is a major sponsor of the National Night Out program, and we sincerely appreciate Target’s efforts in bringing this event to Troy.  Hollywood Market has graciously donated hotdogs and buns; Agrusa’s Fruit Market has donated watermelons to round off this great event.  For additional information, please see the below flyer.  Contacts for the project are: Mr. Dennis Dixon of Target Corporation 248-614-9792 x3209; Ms. Cindy Stewart, City of Troy Community Affairs Director 248-524-1147; Sgt. Robert Kowalski, City of Troy Police Department 248-524-3448.

 

                               

 

Special Events Information:

 

 

You’re invited to help us kick off

 

Target

In partnership with:

Troy Police Department

Troy Fire Department

And the City of Troy

Are hosting this Crime/Fire Prevention night!

 

 

Tuesday, August 7, 2007

6pm to 8pm

 

Location: Rear of Troy City Hall

500 Big Beaver

Troy, MI 48084

 

All Troy area residents are welcome!

 

Events and activities

Hot Dogs and Pop

“Faith” the Fire Dog!

Safety Printing

Fire Trucks

Troy Police bike patrol and K-9

Games and Activities for kids

 

 

 

 

Events & Programs

 

Please click or go to the below link for community events for the coming July 27th  - August 3rd  Week!

 

http://www.ci.troy.mi.us/calendar/

 

Chase the Traffic Blues Away and Stay in Troy for
“Jazz on the Corridor”
 

 

(TROY, MI) - The Columbia Center at 101 W. Big Beaver will be the backdrop for some fabulous music on select Thursdays this summer.  Stay after work, grab a bite to eat and listen to music from 6-8 pm.  Bring lawn chairs or blankets and relax with friends as cool jazz, R&B, swing, and classic sounds fill the air.  Food will be available from Gateway Deli.  The musical lineup is:

 

August 16:  One Beat Back Orchestra

This premier Detroit Big Band formed in 1991 as a high-energy band playing for the love of “Swing Music.”  With vocals, brass, reeds and a swinging rhythm section they play favorite classics like Frank Sinatra, Count Basie, Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Benny Goodman.

 

For more information, please call the Community Affairs Department at 248.524.1147.

 

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The Troy Community Coalition is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life for all who live or work in Troy, by promoting a lifestyle free from the abuse of alcohol and drugs.

Please feel free to contact any staff member for additional information or contact our office at (248) 823-5088

Troy Community Coalition 4420 Livernois Rd. Troy, MI  48098

We urge you to join us for one of our many exciting upcoming  community events.

 

 

The Troy Police Department offers the following free talks/seminars:

 

*   Work place safety

*  Alcohol abuse and prevention

*  Safety with Strangers

*  Home Security Audit

*  Personal Security

*  Got Caught (Shoplifting talk for teens)

*  Choose Wisely (Right choices for teens)

*  Home alone (home personal safety for teens and children)

*  Drug and drug paraphernalia talk for adults and also teens

*  Identity Theft

*  Internet Safety for adults and also teens

*  Harassing and Bullying Prevention for children

*  Retail Fraud Prevention

*  In addition, if you or your organization has a program/discussion idea or need that a police officer can deliver please call!

 

For more information or to schedule an officer to present a program please call:

(248) 524-3464 or e-mail the crime alert at:

 

TroyPDCrimeAlert@troymi.gov

 

 

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Self Defense Class for Women
Monday, August 13, 5:30-7 p.m.
Troy Sports Center, 1819 E. Big Beaver (west of John R)
$15 per person/$25 for two registering together
RSVP to 248-641-8151 or theteam@troychamber.com.

Be preparedclass starts promptly at 5:30 p.m. Bring your daughter (over 16, please) or a girlfriend and attend this informational, hands-on presentation. Just in time for heading back to college, this is a great class for students! The class will be instructed by John Parks of Anshinkan Aikido Dojo. John will teach simple, yet effective techniques. Dress comfortably.

 

 

Whether you need
a rose,
a hose,
clothes,
or someone to clean your carpets,
the Troy Chamber of Commerce probably has a member to help you! Visit the Business Directory anytime at:     www.troychamber.com

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.

theteam@troychamber.com

 

Choose Troy ,” a Troy Chamber-sponsored program, encourages residents to think about doing business
in Troy by choosing products and/or services provided by Chamber member businesses.

Click here for more information

 

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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.

 

Suspicious Incidents / people

 

If it appears that someone is up to no-good, they probably are.  Call the Police immediately.  We are trained to investigate suspicious circumstances and determine if criminal activity is afoot.

 

The best security system that you can have is a “Nosy Neighbor.”  Encourage your neighbors to be “Nosy,” especially if there is strange activity around your property.  Return the favor by keeping a watchful eye on their property and reporting it immediately.  This is the basis for the Neighborhood Watch program.

 

If someone or something seems “suspicious” to you or makes you feel uncomfortable, there is probably good reason for it.  Don’t get into the habit of second-guessing your intuition and instinct.

 

Sexual predators are usually progressive, starting out with public exposure and leading to more risky and dangerous behaviors. You can check the state of Michigan registered sex offenders list at www.mipsor.state.mi.us for offenders that live in your area.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Whether you need
a rose,
a hose,
clothes,
or someone to clean your carpets,
the Troy Chamber of Commerce probably has a member to help you! Visit the Business Directory anytime at:     www.troychamber.com

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.

theteam@troychamber.com

 

Choose Troy ,” a Troy Chamber-sponsored program, encourages residents to think about doing business
in Troy by choosing products and/or services provided by Chamber member businesses.

Click here for more information

 

 

 

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