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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 March 9, 2007 Altercations/Disorderly Conduct: Assaults: Dorre, 3/3, 0000-0400 hrs. Complainant came to the station to report that while riding in a car
with a 24-year-old male from Warren, a 20-year-old male from Ferndale and a 21-year-old
female from Ferndale; the 24-year-old struck the female, to which complainant
took offense and in retaliation struck the 24-year-old. When they arrived at a residence on
Dorre and he exited the car the two males assaulted him. He stated he passed out and later
woke up in the street.
Apparently a neighbor assisted him into the residence. He took himself to the hospital
in the morning for treatment of his injuries. Skateworld, 2825 E. Maple, 3/2, 2235 hrs. Officers responded to a report of a fight in progress. Upon arrival a security officer
pointed out a large group of older teens who arrived as Skateworld was
closing and reportedly began to harass and intimidate a small group of 12 to
13-year-old males who were standing out in front of the building. A 17-year-old male from Sterling
Heights was identified as an instigator among the larger group. When interviewed by officers he
claimed he was jumped and punched by a male subject for no reason. He stated the suspect had already
departed in a Dodge Durango driven by a female. A responding officer located and stopped the Durango in
the vicinity. The 17-year-old
male passenger from Sterling Heights explained he was trying to defend the
younger kids from the older teens.
It appears his 15-year-old brother was among the group of younger
kids. He claimed when he
defended the younger group the aggression of the larger group turned towards
him. He stated he was
outnumbered and believed he needed to defend himself so struck the 1-
year-old in the face and fled to his mother’s waiting car. Officers reported receiving
conflicting stories from both groups as to what occurred however other
witnesses indicated there was talk the older group showed up to confront the
younger group and that the older brother or brothers of the younger kids
showed up to defend their siblings from the older group. All advised on procedures should they
wish to prosecute and released at the scene. Athens High School, 4333 John R, 3/7, 0725 hrs. A 16-year-old female from Troy came to the station with her mother to
report words were exchanged between her and a 17-year-old female from Troy
that morning on the bus, during which the 17-year-old threatened to beat her
up when they got to school. She
stated that while sitting in the cafeteria with her friends the suspect
approached her table with two of her friends and proceeded to punch her in
the face three times. No
apparent injuries. Assist Other Department/Law Enforcement: Auto/Vehicle Thefts: Business Lot, 570 Executive, 3/2-3/4, 1500-0504 hrs. A ’05 Ford F-150 pickup was stolen from lot. Oakland Mall Lot, 412 W. 14 Mile, 3-4, 1230-1300 hrs. A ’01 Dodge Caravan was reported stolen from lot. Oakland Mall Lot, 412 W. 14 Mile, 3/3, 1600-2040 hrs. A ’05 Dodge Ram pickup was entered and steering column/ignition switch
damaged. Oakland Mall Lot, 412
W. 14 Mile, 3/7, 1400-1545 hrs. A ’00 Dodge Stratus parked on south side of Macy’s was stolen. Investigating officers recovered a
’99 Dodge Stratus stolen out of Auburn Hills on 3/6 parked directly next to
where stolen vehicle had been that was reported stolen. The plate affixed to
it was reported stolen from a ’94 Dodge Intrepid in Detroit on 3/5. Breaking and
Entries: Crash Investigations: Chopin, 3/3, 0400 hrs. Complainant attempted
to report his ’93 Mercury Cougar stolen from his drive. When officers made a computer query
on the plate they discovered it had been impounded earlier at the scene of a
hit and run crash in Troy. The
Cougar had crashed into a parked car and the driver was reportedly observed
by witnesses fleeing on foot from the scene. The complainant matched the description of the fleeing
driver. When challenged with
that information the 28-year-old complainant from Troy admitted driving,
crashing it into a parked car and then leaving the scene. He was issued a citation for “Failing
to Stop and Identify Self at the Scene of a Crash” and released at the scene. Credit, Check, Identity Theft, and other Fraud: Complainant received
notice via mail that her bank account was overdrawn. Upon investigating she discovered
seven counterfeit checks generated and cashed using her account number but
listed to a name and address of a female in Detroit. Total fraud: $672.78. Two separate reports
taken regarding complainants receiving automated phone calls from someone
claiming to be a representative from a bank requesting they contact the
bank. One of the complainants
has a loan from the bank but no other accounts. When she dialed the number an automated system requested
her credit card account information.
Neither complainant provided the requested information. Complainant received a
call from his credit card company that someone had made suspicious purchases
on his credit card. He advised
the credit card company representative that he had not made the
purchases. He discovered
additional information that the items being purchased were being shipped to
an address in Detroit with which he is not familiar. Somerset North, 2800 W.
Big Beaver, 3-4, 1430-1800 hrs. Complainant reported
losing his credit card at the mall.
When he reported it to his bank he discovered the card was used to
make fraudulent purchases at an unknown location. Domestics/Family Troubles: Troy Officers responded
to four incidents involving family troubles/domestic disputes where
investigations revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no
formal enforcement action taken/required. Drugs/Narcotics: N/B I-75 N/O Big
Beaver, 3/3, 0330 hrs. While impounding a ’01
Ford Ranger from a crash scene, officer located 4 grams of marijuana and a
marijuana pipe in the center console.
The 21-year-old male from Oak Park that had been driving was arrested
and charged with “Possession of Marijuana.” Big Beaver and John R,
3/2, 0946 hrs. Complainant reported
observing the driver of a green Mitsubishi Mirage “smoking marijuana/ganja/a
fatty.” When officer located and
stopped it, he could smell the odor of burning marijuana coming from inside
the car. The 22-year-old male
driver from Troy admitted smoking just prior to being stopped. He pointed to a tin box on the front
passenger seat that he stated contained a marijuana pipe. When the officer opened it he located
the pipe, which was still smoking.
Two small baggies of marijuana were recovered from a canvas bag that
was inside the car. Subject was
arrested and charged with “Driving under the Influence of Marijuana” and
“Possession of Marijuana.” A
blood test was obtained with toxicology results pending. John R and Big Beaver,
3/2, 2206 hrs. Complainant flagged
down an officer on patrol and reported observing the occupants of a green
Jeep rolling a marijuana blunt/fatty while parked in a nearby parking
lot. Officer located and
approached the vehicle. While so
doing he could smell the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle. The
22-year-old male driver from Troy turned over a small baggie of marijuana
from his pants pocket. He was
cited and released at the scene for “Possession of Marijuana.” His 22-year-old passenger from Troy
was released with no enforcement action taken against him due to no
violations. Drunk/Intoxicated Driving Incidents of Interest: 6000 Block of
Rochester, 3-4, 0240 hrs. Complainant reported a
Ford Taurus was stuck up to its front axle in his front lawn with the driving
revving the engine and spinning the wheels in the mud trying to get it
un-stuck. Responding officers
located a 20-year-old male from Royal Oak on foot at the house next door. When asked, he denied being the
driver however a witness identified him. At that point he explained he was “attending a party at
the house next door when someone wanted to leave.” His car was apparently blocking that car in the drive so
he drove onto the front lawn of complainant’s house to let that car out and
got stuck. He failed sobriety
tests and was arrested. He blew
.08 on breath test. S/B I-75 S/O Adams,
3/6, 0013 hrs. Cell caller reported
observing a silver Bonneville traveling at extreme speeds and swerving all
over the freeway. The vehicle
reportedly had no plate. The
caller was unable to keep the Bonneville in sight. Responding officers located the vehicle near Rochester
Road. It was traveling at speeds
around 110 mph. It was observed
swerving around slower traffic. Officers were able to get into position to
stop it S/O 12 Mile and activated their emergency equipment at which point
the driver abruptly cut over to the right shoulder and stopped almost
striking an ambulance that was traveling in the right lane. The 25-year-old male driver from
Flint smelled of alcohol. There
was an open and almost half empty pint of Cognac under the front passenger
seat with the cap off. There was
also spilled liquor on the front passenger seat floor area. The driver claimed he had had
“nothing to drink in two hours” and had “drank only two beers.” He failed sobriety tests and was
arrested. He blew .18 on a
breath test. A license plate was
found inside the vehicle with the driver claiming he “just purchased the car
and hadn’t put it on the car yet.”
His license was also found to be suspended for which he was also
charged. Embezzlements: Delphi, 1441 W. Long
Lake, 6/13/06-9/28/06 Company representative
came to the station to initiate an investigation against a 35-year-old female
from Rochester Hills who is a former contract employee that made several
lap-top computer purchases, had them charged to the company but had them
shipped to her attention at various addresses other than the company’s. Investigation continues. Home Invasions: Home Invasion, 2000
block of Rochester, 3/3, 0608 hrs. Complainant reported
being awakened when her bedroom door opened. She looked toward the door and observed an unknown male
subject crawling across the floor of the bedroom on his hands and knees. Both she and her boyfriend challenged
him and he walked out. They
heard a car start and drive off from a nearby parking lot. A window was found open on the
residence and the screen had been cut.
Nothing stolen/missing.
Suspect description: B/M,
approximately 20 years, 6’-3,” 185, wearing a dark colored wool pea coat,
acid washed jeans, and a dark skull watch cap. Larcenies: St. Lucy’s Croatian
Catholic Church, 200 W. Wattles, 3/3-3/4, 1830-0050 hrs. Complainant stated
while attending a function she hung her black mink coat up in the self-serve
coatroom. When she returned it
was missing. Store, 740 John R, 3-4,
1400-1600 hrs. Three employees left
coats and purses in the employee break area. When they went to retrieve their belongings they
discovered some money and two cell phones stolen. DHL Express, 1170
Souter, 3/2, 1322 hrs. Package shipped from
complainant’s business containing a diamond ring found tampered with and the
ring missing upon delivery/receipt at its final destination in Madison Heights. Dalesford, 3/3-3/4,
1630-1100 hrs. Portable generator
stolen from house under construction. Rock Financial/Quicken
Loans, 800 Tower, 2/28-3/1 Five electronic store
gift cards valued at $20.00 each stolen from a desk drawer. They were reportedly used to pay for
a portion of a $278.74 purchase
at a store in Roseville and the balance was apparently paid with a stolen
credit card. Somerset Drive,
2/10-2/17 Complainant reported he
applied for a new driver’s license and never received it. When he contacted Michigan Secretary
of State he was advised it had been mailed. Larcenies from
Autos: Malicious Destruction of Property: Millpond, 2/28-3/1 Complainant stated her
’05 Chevy Malibu would not start.
It was transported to a mechanic who reported finding some type of
substance had been poured in the gas tank that clogged the fuel lines. Minors and Alcohol: Neighbor Troubles: Complainant reported
being informed that when he is away his neighbor has been walking onto his
property and taking photographs. Complainant and neighbor are apparently
involved in some sort of civil dispute.
Complainant stated he came home recently to discover neighbor backing
out of his (complainant’s) drive.
When he tried to talk to him the neighbor took his photo, made an accusation
and drove off. Peace Officer/Civil: Officers responded to a
business on a report of an argument between company rep and delivery driver
over money delivery driver was alleging business owed him. Both advised it was civil and directed
to make a civil claim. Delivery
driver advised not to return to property. Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats: One harassment report
involving an ex-husband taken. Complainant stated a
male subject has repeatedly shown up at her place of employment asking her
out on a date. She has
repeatedly told him no and asked him not to return. Officer was unable to contact him at time of this writing. Retail Fraud: Robberies: Suspicious Incidents: Golfsmith, 288 John R,
3/2, 1715 hrs. Complainant reported
observing a male in the corner of the store handling several golf
drivers. When complainant made
eye contact with subject he left.
Upon checking the area she discovered two security alarm sensor tags
had been removed from two of the clubs - one valued at $500.00 and the other
at $450.00. Complainant located
the broken tags discarded in a bag near the clubs in question. The subject was last seen entering a
dark colored Ford SUV. Suspect
is a B/M, 5’-10,” 180, 25-years-old, wearing a tan jacket and jeans. 2000 block of
Rochester, 3/7, 0558 hrs. Complainant reported
observing an unknown male standing/milling around the carports wearing a dark
coat and dark pants. The subject
was gone when officers arrived however tracks observed in the snow confirmed someone
was out on foot. Given the same
general area and overnight/morning times of occurrence it is possible this is
related to the home invasion listed above (under “Home Invasions”) and
re-printed below. (*), as well as the suspicious incidents that occurred on
Beech Lane also re-printed below.
Beech Lane is in the same general area. (**). * Home Invasion, 2000
block of Rochester, 3/3, 0608 hrs. Complainant reported
being awakened when her bedroom door opened. She looked toward the door and observed an unknown male
subject crawling across the floor of the bedroom on his hands and knees. Both she and her boyfriend challenged
him and he walked out. They
heard a car start and drive off from a nearby parking lot. A window was found open on the
residence and the screen had been cut.
Nothing stolen/missing.
Suspect description: B/M,
approximately 20 years, 6’-3,” 185, wearing a dark colored wool pea coat,
acid washed jeans, and a dark skull watch cap. ** Beech Lane, 2/21,
0230 hrs. Complainant reported
hearing her dog barking on 2/20 and 2/21 at about 0200 hrs. each
morning. (The dog was
inside the home). On 2/21
she discovered the rope that was holding the back-yard gate closed was cut
and there were footprints in the snow.
The footprints stopped short of the rear of the house at about the
spot her barking dog would be visible from someone outside the home. On 2-23 officers were called back to
the address during which time complainant reported that around 2230 hrs. on
2/22 she heard crunching noises in the snow outside the bathroom window as if
someone was walking outside. Tracks were observed in the snow in the
backyard. FedEx/Kinko’s, 1341
Coolidge, 3/7, 2000 hrs. Complainant reported
when he opened the rear door of the building where his truck was parked he
observed a B/M, 20-30 years old, thin build, leap out of the back of his Fed
Ex truck carrying a box. The
suspect entered a waiting early 90’s Pontiac Bonneville or Olds driven by a
heavyset B/M, 20 to 30-years-old that fled from the lot. Unknown on what if anything was taken
from truck at time of report. Traffic
Altercations: Vandalism: Weapons Offenses: Welfare Checks: An intoxicated adult
female located in the area of Coolidge and Big Beaver required transport to
the hospital for detox. Troy Officers responded
to four incidents involving individuals experiencing
emotional/psychological difficulties and assisted with transport to the
hospital for evaluation/commitment. Special Events Information: The
Selling of Addiction
The Troy Community
Coalition, Troy Youth Assistance and Troy Families for Safe Homes are
co-sponsoring a lecture on how marketing alcohol and tobacco creates new
addicts. The featured
presenter is Doctor Donna Learmont who is a media literacy expert. The presentation will be on Thursday,
March 22, 2007 from 7:00-9:00 p.m. at the Troy Community Center, which is
located on the west side of Livernois just north of Big Beaver. Register at 248-823-5088. Miscellaneous Information: Dollar Carwash, 1300 W.
Maple, 3/5, 1615 hrs. Complainant reported
59-year-old female customer from Oak Park entered the wash and put her ’99
Ford Taurus in reverse instead of neutral, striking the car behind her.
Apparently there was no damage as neither driver wanted a report. When employees assisted the driver
get her car in neutral she entered the wash, apparently shifted it into
drive, drove through the wash, going off the track as she did and struck some
pipes/equipment, causing some minor damage. There was a minor crack in the front bumper of the
Taurus. The driver provided
officers with a similar account of the day’s event, but claimed the car wash
was somehow responsible for her accident. Your Carwash, 366 W.
Maple, 3/5, 0017 hrs. A dark SUV, possibly a
Chevy Trailblazer, drove into the rear lot from an adjoining lot by driving
over the lawns that separate the businesses. The SUV approached a dumpster and then backed up, striking
the cash booth and damaging it.
The driver exited the car inspected the damage and then drove
off. Driver: W/M, 35 to 40-years-old. Case Updates: Arrest Summary: In addition to those
outlined above, the following arrests were also made during the period: Domestic Assault: 2 Drunk Driving: 5 Retail Fraud: 11 Drove While License
Suspended: 7 Warrants: 10 |
Events & Programs
Please click or go to the below
link for community events for the coming March 9th – March 16th
Week!
http://www.ci.troy.mi.us/calendar/
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 Selling of Addiction “How marketing alcohol and tobacco creates new addicts” When: Thursday, March 22, 2007 - 7-9 p.m. FREE to first 40 people who register by calling: 248-823-5088 $5.00 at the door Where: Troy
Community Center
3179 Livernois Sponsored by the Troy Community Coalition, in partnership with
Troy Youth Assistance and Troy Families for SAFE HOMES
Troy Rotary Raffle is helping Troy People Concerned! Our big fundraiser is being held on April 22, 2007 at LaSalle
Bank, 2600 W. Big Beaver from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. and we are having a
raffle along with dinner to raise much-needed funds. To obtain raffle tickets go to: ______________________________
The Troy Police Department offers the
following free talks/seminars:
* Alcohol abuse and prevention * Safety with Strangers * Home Security * 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@ci.troy.mi.us
______________________________ Crime Prevention Tips
Fraud Prevention: Ø
Remember
that nothing that is worth anything is free. Ø
If someone
that you do not know offers to do you a favor, they probably have an ulterior
motive. Ø
Never give
any personal information out to an unknown source over the phone or Internet. (If someone asks
for personal information, ask to speak to the supervisor and inform him or
her you will be calling the Police to make a fraud report.) No reputable business will call you or email you for this
information!!! Ø
If you
receive a phone call or email telling you that you have won something that
you did not apply for, it is more than likely a fraud. Ø
No
legitimate organization will ask for any money or a Credit Card number in
order to claim a prize Ø
Protect
yourself against identity theft by shredding all documents and safe guarding
your account numbers, social security numbers and credit card numbers. Ø
Always
maintain your credit cards and secure the credit card numbers. Ø
If you
suspect that you have been the victim of credit fraud, call your credit card
company and have them run a query of your charges. Ø
Never give
your bank account numbers over the phone. Especially if unsolicited!
Identity theft continues to be the fastest
growing crime in the world, and the city of Troy is no exception. We
continually get reports of identity theft and fraud on a regular basis.
While it may not be totally avoidable,
detecting the early signs of identity theft is one of the best ways to avoid
extensive losses and damage to your credit history. If your wallet/purse etc. gets stolen,
cancel all stolen credit and ATM cards immediately. Checking your credit history regularly is
a great way to keep appraised on the status of your credit. Here are three sources for checking your
credit history: (The
titles are links to the web pages) 1-800-525-6282 1-888-397-3742 1-800-680-7289 Alcohol / Drugs Be responsible! If you drink - DO NOT DRIVE! If you serve alcohol make sure
that your guests make it home safely. Do not 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 others 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
248-524-0777. Assaults Don’t let the traffic, gas prices, cold weather and unhappy people
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