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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

 

 

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Crime alert for period ending December 5th, 2008

Altercations/Disorderly Conduct:

 

Assaults:

 

Assist Other Department/Law Enforcement:

 

Auto/Vehicle Thefts:

 

Breaking and Entries:

 

1197 Rochester Rd. – Between 11/24 &11/25 – 14:00-08:00:  Unknown gained entry by removing the cover to a lockbox and used the key in that lockbox to gain entry into this business.  Taken were bank checks, debit cards, misc. power tools, and a Town & Country van.  No suspects at this time.

 

125 E. Long Lake – Automobile Club of Michigan Insurance – Between 11/25 &11/26 – 17:45-08:16 hours:  Although entry was gained to the temporary office for a 2nd time in approximately one week it appears that nothing was taken during this occurrence.

525 E. Elmwood – United Systems – Between 11/26 and 11/27 – 16:00-11:00 hours:  B&E Business & UDAA – Taken from the front parking lot of this business was a 2005 GMC Sierra Silver Pick-Up Truck.  Entry was gained by unknown means as there was no evidence of forced entry.  It appears the suspects were primarily after copper tubing as welding cable and power cords were cut from numerous pieces of equipment.  There appears to be over 2000 feet of cable/cord missing valued at over $10,000.00.  Also taken were multiple power tools.  No suspects at this time.

450 Park St. – Between 11/27 & 11/29 – 12:00-07:45 hours:  Entry was gained through possibly unlocked rear door.  Complainant arrived to his building and observed water streaming out from the inside as a result of a main water pipe being cut.  Taken were auto parts from multiple vehicles that are kept inside of this building.  The entire building including two offices with locked doors were kicked out and ransacked.  No suspects at this time.

 

Crash Investigations:

 

Credit, Check, Identity Theft, and other Fraud:

 

Domestics/Family Troubles:

 

Troy Officers responded to 7 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:

 

Embezzlements:

 

Home Invasions:

 

Westwood Dr. – 11/25 – Between – 06:20-14:20 hours:  Entry was gained by force of the garage entry door to this residence.  Unknown ransacked the entire house.  Taken was cash, computer, DVD player, I-Pod, I-Pod Home, and surround sound speakers.  Detective Bureau to do follow up on possible suspect information.

 

Danbury St. – 11/26 @ approximately 21:22 hours:  For the second time in a week unknown attempted to break into this residence through the rear door that had just been replaced.  Although there were pry marks found it is not believed entry was gained

 

Canmoor St. – Between 11/25 & 11/26 – 20:00-05:15 hours:  Entry was gained by possibly open garage door.  Taken was a Craftsman air compressor valued at $ 400.00.  No suspects.

 

Daniel St. – Between 10/15 & 11/29 – 08:00-09:00 hours:  Forced entry was gained through the front door of this residence. This residence has been unoccupied since mid October. It is currently unknown if anything was missing from this residence as homeowners are in Florida. No suspects.

 

Medford Rd. – 11/29 – approximately 22:30 hours:  Entry was gained by an unlocked garage pedestrian door on the side of the house.  The master bedroom was ransacked and taken was $ 750.00 cash, a Compaq laptop computer valued at $ 600.00, and an unknown amount of jewelry.  No suspects at this time.

 

Larcenies:

 

 

901 Wilshire – Care Tech Solutions – Between 11/21 & 11/25 – 17:00-07:00 hours:  Taken from suite #110 were two Laptop computers.  Unknown gained entry by using an entry badge during the week end.  Complainant states that no one should have been in the office over the weekend.  Both computers taken were Apple brand valued at over $ 4,000.00.  No suspects at this time.

 

Woodfield – Between 11/28 & 11/29 – 18:00-14:00 hours:  Taken from complainant’s unlocked garage was a new in the box garage door opener system valued at $ 139.99, with receipt attached to the box. No suspects.

 

Larcenies from Autos:

 

Golfview – Between 11/24 & 11/25 – 20:00-10:00 hours:  Unknown broke out the driver’s window to gain entry to a 2008 Chevy 4dr.  Taken was a GPA Navigation System valued at $300.00. No suspects.

 

Mary Ann Dr. – Between 11/29 & 11/30 – 19:00-08:00 hours:  Taken from complainant’s work truck and landscaping trailer was multiple lawn care equipment valued in excess of $ 1450.00.  No suspects.

 

71 Park St. – Attempt L.F.A. – 11/26 – Between 08:00-10:10 hours: While complainant was at work unknown smashed out the driver’s door window to attempt to steal personal items that were left in the back seat in plain view.  Nothing was taken and there are no suspects at this time.

 

Malicious Destruction of Property:

 

Minors and Alcohol:

 

Neighbor Troubles:

 

Peace Officer/Civil:

 

Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats:

 

Retail Fraud:

 

Robberies:

 

Hurst St. – Robbery Unarmed – 11/30 approximately 00:18 hours:  Officers from the Troy Police Department arrested several individuals for a robbery (not armed) of a pizza delivery man. Victim stated that he works for Domino’s Pizza and was making a delivery of 2 pizzas and 2 orders of bread sticks to a residence and as he exited his vehicle and approached the house he was confronted by an individual who walked out of the darkness from the west side of the house and another individual approached him from the east side of the house.  The suspect that came from the east side of the house was wearing a grey mask that covered his face.  He grabbed the delivery bag containing the pizza and took off running south. The victim ran after the suspect and tackled him holding him to the ground as the other suspect ran up from behind and placed a choke hold on the victim preventing him from breathing until he fell unconscious.  The victim stated that passed out for a couple of minutes, but when he regained consciousness both subjects and the pizza were gone.

 

Arrested and arraigned on Robbery Unarmed:

Michael David Gentile – 8/22/1991 Troy resident

John Albert Abke – 5/27/1989 Troy resident

Robbery – Unarmed – Felony: 15 years.

 

Suspicious Incidents:

 

Traffic Altercations:

 

Vandalism:

 

Weapons Offenses:

 

Welfare Checks:

 

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

 

Special Events Information:

 

 

2008 14th Annual Troy Police VFW Post ##4037 Sponsored Food & Gift Drive!!

With the holiday season just around the corner our annual food/gift drive is in the process of soliciting assistance throughout the Troy business, government and residential community in collecting food/gifts, financial donations and adopting families in Troy who require assistance.

Recent economic troubles have hit everyone in our area, but with disproportionate impact to those already experiencing economic hardships.  Our well-organized groups of dedicated and caring Troy volunteers ensure that collected Food/Gift contributions are given directly to those persons needing assistance. Again we call upon our community volunteers to keep this annual program running smoothly.

 

 This is my fourth year coordinating the food/gift drive along with Charlie Solis of the VFW and I look forward to assisting you in this worthwhile program.  Please contact me with your point of contact person, any ideas, family adoption requests and coordination concerns.

 

P.O. Andy Breidenich – Troy Police Department

(248)524-3464

a.breidenich@troymi.gov

 

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Miscellaneous Information:

 

Case Updates:

 

Arrest Summary:

 

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

 

OWI – 7

DWLS – 7

Warrant Arrest – 7

Retail Fraud – 9

 

 

 

 

 

Events & Programs

 

Please click or go to the below link for community events for the coming December 5th – 12th week!

 

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

 

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UPCOMING EVENTS FOR THE CITY OF TROY IN DECEMBER

 

December 1-12: Toys for Tots Collection, Museum, during operating hours. ‘Tis the season to help the U.S. Marine Corps collect toys for needy children. Bring new, unwrapped gifts to the Museum.

 

December 1-17: Troy Police/Veterans Food Drive, Police Station. Drop off food items at the Police Desk or the Troy VFW (2375 W. Maple). Grocery gifts cards and money donations also accepted.

 

December 1-22: Decorate the Winter Warmer Trees. Donate new mittens, gloves, scarves, and hats by placing them on Trees located at City Hall, Library, and My Craft Room (6020 Rochester).

December 5: Troy Community Chorus “Joyful and Triumphant” Holiday Concert, Athens High School, 8 pm. Tickets in advance are $9 adults and $6 seniors/children under 12. Tickets at the door are $12. Call 248.879.0138 to order.

 

December 6: Have Fun with Santa, Community Center, 9 or 10:45 am. Join Santa and his helpers for a holiday party! Make decorations and get picture taken with Santa. Ages 18 months-6 years. Register. Fee: $10.

 

December 6: Graham Cracker Houses, Library, 11:45 am and 2:30 pm. Build a house of candy to celebrate the holiday festivities with this traditional family activity. Ages: 5+. No registration. FREE.

 

December 6: Teen Video Game Tournament, Library, 12 pm. Come hang out and play in a Super Smash Brawl Tournament, DDR and Guitar Hero. Snacks and beverages provided. Registration required. Ages: 13-17. Register. FREE.

 

December 6: Santa’s Village, Troy Museum, 1-4 pm. See the Museum all dressed up for the holidays. Santa will arrive in a horse-drawn carriage at 2 pm. Join the elves for delicious cookies and a chance to meet the Mr. and Ms. Claus. Park at Zion Church and ride the free “Polar Express” shuttle to the Museum.

 

December 6: Deer Santa, Nature Center, 9 am and 1 pm. Discover all about our local deer on our special “Reindeer Trail.” Inside, join Santa as he tells tales about his reindeer and life at the North Pole. Ages: 3-8. Register. Fee: $11.

 

December 7: Fine Art at the Library, Library, 3:30 pm. Join Michael Farrell as he examines “Egypt, Empire and a New Religion.” All ages. No registration. FREE.

 

December 9: Holiday Dinner Dance, Community Center, 5:30-9:30 pm. Troy senior citizens are invited to a dinner dance with music by Mike Wolverton. Tickets are $22, call 248.524.3484 for details.

 

December 12: Playtime at the Library, Library, 10:15 am - 12 pm. Chat with other parents while the children make a craft and play. No registration required. All ages. No registration. FREE.

 

December 12: Techonology Club, Library, 4:15-5:30 pm. Share educational fun on the Internet. Limited space. Ages: 9+. Register. FREE.

 

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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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Crime Prevention Tips

 

 

Ø If you would like to have the security of your residence or business inspected please contact the Troy Police Crime Prevention Officer at 248-524-3464!

 

 

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 underaged 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 248-524-0777.

 

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.

 

 

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Upcoming programs at the:

Stage Nature Center

6685 Coolidge Highway

Troy, Mi  48098

248-524-3567

 

http://www.troymi.gov/ParksRec/

NatureCenter/SpecialPrograms/

 

 

 

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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 Standards for Alcohol Use

 

 

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