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Police
Crime Alert Community Services Section Gary
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Crime Alert for period ending Date:
January 4, 2010 Assaults: Mon Jin Lau, 1515 E Maple RD, 12/24, 1:30 AM: Two complainants reported being the victims
of separate assault & batteries at the restaurant. The first complainant reports that a
suspect was harassing a female acquaintance.
When he intervened, the male suspect spit gum in the complainant’s
face. The first complainant informed
the second complainant about the incident.
They chose to move to another part of the restaurant. However, a fight started. The second complainant reports she was
punched in the face twice by a second male suspect. She admitted to punching the suspect after
she was hit the second time. The
complainant reports an injury to her right eye and check bone. The investigation continues. TGI Friday, 591 West Big Beaver Road, 12/28/09, 5:30 pm: Complainant reports two males assaulted him
in the parking lot. The suspects are
former employees of the complainant. Golfview & Lakeview, 12/28/09, 5:10 pm: The complainant was walking in the area
with a friend. Two subjects approached
them on the sidewalk. The taller of
the two subjects reached out and touched the female complainant’s buttocks
with his hand. The subject fled the
area. The taller subject is described
as a black male, 5’0”-5’3”, 10-12 years of age, wearing a winter jacket with
the hood up. The second subject is
described as a black male, shorter than the first subject, 10-12 years of
age, wearing a winter jacket with the hood up. DEB, 412 W 14 MI RD, 12/24, 4:00 PM:
The complainant was making a purchase when an acquaintance came up
behind her, grabbed her hair, scratched her face and pulled her down before
witnesses stopped the assault. The
suspect, a 21 year old female resident of Highland Park, and the victim have
been fighting over a mutual boyfriend.
Embassy Suites, 850 Tower Drive, 01/01/10,
1:10 am: The Troy
Police Department received numerous 9-1-1 telephone calls reporting a large
fight in the lobby of the Embassy Suites Hotel. The hotel was the site
of a New Year’s Eve party attended by approximately 800 persons. Police
Officers found a fight in progress involving at least 20 persons.
Security officers from a private company hired to staff the event were
attempting to establish order. Police Officers began to make
arrests. Two of the suspects involved in the fight attacked Police
Officers. The Troy Police Department called for mutual aid from the
Bloomfield Township Police Department, Clawson Police Department and Oakland
County Sheriff’s Office. Police Officers restored order after making
five arrests. It is
unclear how the fight started. It is believed to have initially
involved approximately eight persons on the dance floor. It escalated
as security officers intervened in the incident. One victim, a 32 year
old male resident of Westland, was transported by Alliance Mobile Health
paramedics to Troy Beaumont Hospital for injuries to his jaw and ankle.
Officers
made the following arrests: ·
A 21 year old male
resident of Sterling Heights for Aggravated Assault ·
A 26 year old male
resident of Sterling Heights for Assault & Battery on a Police Officer ·
A 34 year old
female resident of Rochester Hills for Assault & Battery on a Police
Officer and Disorderly Conduct ·
A 29 year old male
resident of Sterling Heights for Assault & Battery and Disorderly Conduct ·
A 26 year old male
resident of Warren for Assault & Battery The 21 year old suspect was
released from custody pending further investigation. The other suspects
were released after posting cash bonds pending their appearances in
court. The investigation continues to include possible Michigan Liquor
Control Commission rules violations involving the hotel. Assist Other Department/Law
Enforcement: Troy Officer and K-9 were dispatched to assist Bloomfield Township
Police to track home invasion suspect.
K-9 was successful in tracking through yard and adjacent retail
parking lot, but track was ultimately lost.
Auto/Vehicle Thefts: Hi-Tech Environments, Inc., 1890 Crooks Road, 12/30/09-12/31/09, 6:30
pm-9:00 am: Complainant reports black
open landscape trailer with wooden sides was stolen from ungated rear parking
lot. Breaking and Entries: Troy Professional Pharmacy, 2891 E Maple RD, 12/30, 4:40 AM: Police Officers responded to alarm at the
pharmacy and found an unlocked door.
The business owner found cracks in a window on the N/E side of the
building. He suspects an attempt break
in. Hi-Tech Environments, Inc., 1890 Crooks Road, 12/30/09-12/31/09, 6:30
pm-9:00 am: Complainant reports black
open landscape trailer with wooden sides was stolen from ungated rear parking
lot. Debbie’s Nails, 3528 Rochester Road, 12/31/09-01/01/10, 5:00 pm-12:30
am: Complainant reports unknown
subject(s) entered business through rear door and laptop computer and six
nail machines were stolen.
Televisions, stereo equipment, furniture, and machinery were damaged
or destroyed. Hon Kong Chinese Restaurant, 6061 Rochester Road, 12/29/09-12/30/09,
9:30 pm-10:30 am: Complainant reports
unknown suspect(s) damaged rear door and entered business. Cash was reported missing from register. Credit, Check, Identity Theft,
Other Fraud: Two identity fraud Three credit/debit card frauds One internet shopping fraud One fraudulent gift card One Prescription Fraud report Domestic/Family Trouble: Police Officers responded to twelve incidents involving domestic
disputes in which there were no reasons for formal enforcement action. Drugs/Narcotics: Apartment on Coachman, 12/27, 12:53 AM:
The complainant reported an odor of marijuana coming from a nearby
apartment. Police Officers made
contact with four 18 year old male and one 18 year old female residents of
Troy in the apartment. Upon
investigation, Police Officers confiscated marijuana, a scale, grinder,
magnifying glass and narcotics paraphernalia from the apartment. The investigation continues. Embezzlements: Dunham’s, 1285 Coolidge Highway, 12/24/09, 6:05 pm: Complainant reports employee printed false
clearance price tags for merchandise and then purchased those items using
employee discount. Employee was
terminated. Macy’s, 500 West Fourteen Mile Road, 12/12/09, 12:00 pm: Complainant reports employee was conducting
sales transactions for friends in which small/inexpensive items were entered
into computer. Large items were not
tallied, but were bagged with small purchased items. Loss exceeds $4,000. 1 additional embezzlement report False Police Report: Somerset Collection, 2800 West Big Beaver Road, 12/28/09, 9:10 pm: An 18 year old male resident of Sterling
Heights reported he was robbed of an American Eagle gift card by a group of
males. Upon investigations, Troy
Officers learned he actually misrepresented a $50 gift card as a $75 gift
card as he sold it to the unknown males.
When the male learned it was not worth $75, he demanded his money
back. The 18 year old reported a false
robbery to officers. Investigation
continues. Home Invasions: Residence on Congress, 12/25, 3:20 PM – 8:15 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered the home by breaking a basement window. The suspect(s) stole two cellular
telephones, camera, jewelry and cash from the master bedroom. Residence on Limerick Lane, 12/25 – 12/26, 11:59 PM – 3:30 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered the residence through the pedestrian door from the garage while the
residents were home. The suspect(s) stole
cash and prescription medication from the kitchen and laundry room. The suspect(s) also entered a Chrysler
minivan parked in the garage. Residence on Davis Court, 12/23 – 12/26, 11:00 AM – 11:30 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered the home by breaking a kitchen window. The suspect(s) stole a television, digital
camera and jewelry from various locations inside the residence. Apartment on Century Drive, 12/26, 10:30 AM – 1:15 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered the apartment by forcing open the door. Nothing appears to be missing from the
apartment. Trombley Street, 12/26/09-12/27-09, 8:30 pm-5:00 pm: Complainant reports television, video
games, and jewelry were stolen from home.
Rear patio door was point of entry.
Newbury Place, 12/28/09, 3:05 pm:
Complainant reports couch and bed were stolen from attached
garage. Residence on Acorn, 12/24 – 12/30, 4:00 PM – 4:00 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered the home by pushing open a basement window. The suspect(s) stole a camcorder, necklace,
Wii Fit gaming system, Wii gaming system and 5 Wii games. Riverchase Court, 12/31/09-01/01/10; 6:00 pm-6:45 am: Complainant reports basement window
shattered and entry gained. Computer,
floor safe, and several pieces of jewelry were stolen. Trombley Street, 01/02/10, 4:00 pm:
Complainant observed suspects exit his home through rear
doorwall. Complainant reports
household items moved out of place, but nothing was missing. Investigation determined that entry was
through a lock rear doorwall. One
white male and four black male suspects fled area in white 1999-2004 four
door Chrysler 300M. The suspect driver
was a middle eastern male, 20 years of age.
Two of the other suspects were black males, 20 years of age. Larcenies: Express, 2800 West Big Beaver Road, 12/28/09, 8:30 pm-11:15 pm: Complainant reports inadvertently leaving
iPhone on counter while paying for merchandise. Store personnel report that telephone was
not located in store. La Bella Nail Salon, 12/24, 2:00 PM:
The complainant, an employee at the Salon, reports unknown suspect(s)
stole his cellular telephone. Arden B., 2801 W Big Beaver RD, 12/26, 4:00 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole her purse after she placed it on a clothing rack while she looked at a
jacket. A suspect is described as an
Indian female, 28 years old, 5’ 4” tall, 140 lbs., medium length dark hair,
wearing a dark purple or black coat. Macy’s, 2750 W Big Beaver RD, 12/26, 4:45 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole her purse after she set it on the floor while she tried on a pair of
boots. Heide & Maple, 12/18 – 12/26, 12:00 PM – 12:00 PM: The complainant owns a landscaping
company. The complainant reports
unknown suspect(s) stole a Kubata L3240 tractor and Komatsu D21 dozer
belonging to the company from a job site.
Class A Surfacing, 840 Kirts, 12/21 – 12/23, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole his laptop computer from his automobile or the business. There are no signs of forced entry at
either location. Best Recovery, 1970 Brinston Street, 12/29/09, 5:00 am-7:00 am: Complainant reports cash and work order
documents were stolen from file cabinet.
There was no sign of forced entry.
Kings Point Drive, 12/18/09, 5:30 pm:
Complainant reports two pieces of U. S. Mail in his curbside mailbox
were opened by unknown individual(s).
A restaurant gift card was stolen from one envelope. Lifetime Fitness, 4700 Investment, 12/27, 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole his gym shoes from the men’s locker room. Beaumont Hospital Information Technology Center, 1350 Stephenson
Highway, 12/18 – 12/28, 5:00 PM – 12:00 PM:
The complainant reports that employees discovered a laptop computer
missing while conducting a recent inventory.
Unknown suspect(s) stole the computer.
Troy Beaumont Hospital, 44201 Dequindre, 12/29/09-12/30/09, 7:00
pm-8:00 am: Complainant reports ring
missing from 85 year old female patient.
Dorchester Road, 01/01/10-01/03/10, 12:00 pm-3:25 pm: Complainant reports four boxes of 12 gauge
shotgun shells were stolen from basement storage unit. The chain lock was not damaged but the gate
latch was bent. Larcenies from Autos: Somerset Collection, 2800 W Big Beaver RD, 12/26, 2:40 PM – 2:45
PM: The complainant reports
inadvertent pressing the trunk release button on her 2007 Mercedes E350. When she returned to the vehicle, Christmas
ornaments and a jacket were missing.
Unknown suspect(s) stole the items.
Residence on Meadowbrook, 12/25 – 12/26, 10:30 PM – 9:00 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole a GPS from his vehicle parked in the driveway. There were no signs of forced entry into
the vehicle. Lifetime Fitness, 4700 Investment, 12/24, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole a wallet from his vehicle parked in the parking lot. Entry may have been made through an
unsecured rear deck lid. 5600 Crooks, 12/16, 8:40 AM – 6:30 PM:
The complainant reports unknown suspect(s) stole a GPS from her
vehicle parked in the parking lot.
There were no signs of forced entry into the vehicle. Residence on Warwick, 12/23 – 12/24, 9:00 PM – 10:00 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered his locked 2000 Honda Accord parked on the street. There were no signs of forced entry and
nothing appears to be missing from the automobile. Somerset Collection, 12/24, 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
stole two cellular telephones, a cellular telephone charger and cash from his
locked vehicle parked in the parking lot.
There were no signs of forced entry into the vehicle. Residence on Houghton, 12/24 – 12/25, 9:30 PM – 9:00 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
entered his 2003 Ford F250 pickup truck parked in the driveway through an
unlocked rear sliding window. Nothing
appears to be missing from the truck. Men’s Warehouse, 880 East Big Beaver Road, 12/29/09, 8:55 pm: Complainant reports observing a young black
male in her 2008 Chrysler 300 as she was approaching on foot. Suspect exited her vehicle and entered a
brown/gold/mustard-colored SUV (possibly Chevrolet Blazer or Ford Explorer)
driven by a black male. The suspect
vehicle fled the area at a high rate of speed. The passenger rear window of complainant’s
vehicle was shattered and the center console was damaged in unsuccessful
attempt to remove GPS/radio unit. Troy
Officers observed the driver rear window shattered on another 2008 Chrysler
300 parked nearby. The GPS/radio unit
was missing. The owner of this vehicle
reported that a wrapped gift was missing from the back seat. Palmetto, 12/23/09-12/24/09, 10:00 pm-9:00 am: Complainant reports unlocked 2007 Ford
pickup truck parked in driveway was entered and GPS unit, radio, cellular
telephone charger, and miscellaneous clothing items were stolen. Dean Sellers Ford, 2600 West
Maple Road, 12/31/09, 12:00 am-1:00 pm:
Complainant reports the locks on two toolboxes in 2002 Ford F-150 were
damaged while parked at dealership.
Complainant will provide inventory of missing tools. Longfellow Drive, 12/31/09, 12:30 am-9:15 am: Complainant reports four wheels and tires
stolen from 2009 Cadillac CTS parked in driveway. Malicious Destruction of Property: Apartment on Glouchester, 12/23 – 12/24, 8:15 AM – 11:30 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
cut the driver side front tire and wrote on her 2004 Nissan Maxima. The complainant suspects her former
husband. Residence on Talbot, 12/26 – 12/27, 10:00 PM – 9:00 AM: The complainant reports unknown suspect(s)
broke the driver’s door window on his 1998 Pontiac Montana minivan parked in
the driveway. Quartz Drive, 01/02/10, 10:00 pm:
Complainant reports several outdoor Christmas decorations were
destroyed. Complainant states a
similar occurrence in December 2009. Allison, 01/03/10, 12:45 am:
Complainant reports several outdoor Christmas decorations were
destroyed. Patterson Drive, 01/03/10, 12:00 am-11:00 am: Complainant reports several outdoor
Christmas decorations were damaged. Fairfield Street, 01/01/10-01/02/10, 9:00 pm-9:00 am: Complainant reports eggs and spray
confetti-like product damaged 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier at residence. Elsey, 12/17/09-12/31/09:
Complainant reports unknown vehicle drove across lawn and caused
damage. Windsor, 12/31/09, 12:00 am-12:00 pm:
Complainant reports driver’s rear tire on 2001 Pontiac Aztek was
slashed while parked at residence. Minors and Alcohol: Southbound I-75 & Crooks Road, 12/31/09, 10:15 pm: Troy Officers initiated a traffic stop of a
vehicle exceeding the speed limit.
Upon consent search of the vehicle driven by a 20 year old male
resident of West Bloomfield, officers located an open wine bottle and an
unopened champagne bottle. Officers
obtained a PBT reading of .000. The
driver was cited for “Person Under 21/Transport & Possession of Alcohol”
and speeding. Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats: Thirteen harassing or threatening telephone call reports One harassment Email report Retail Fraud: Target, 1301 Coolidge Highway, 12/28/09, 3:05 pm: Complainant reports suspect entered store,
proceeded to electronics department, concealed several Blue Ray DVD movies on
his person, and exited the store. Loss
prevention officers approached the suspect and he attempted to flee. During a struggle, the suspect revealed a
razor box cutter. Suspect swung razor
toward one LPO, but no contact was made.
Suspect is described as a white male, 6’0”, 275 pounds, 26 years of
age, heavy set, clean shaven, and wearing blue jeans, black jacket, dark
skull cap, and tan boots. Suspect
entered a waiting 2002 black two-door Grand Prix driven by an unidentified
driver wearing a white hat. Suspicious Incidents: Roseglen Court, 12/28/09, 10:45 pm:
Complainant reports a tall, thin male wearing a dark skull cap and
dark coat attempted to open the driver’s side sliding door of 2008 Chrysler
Town & Country parked in driveway that was occupied by complainant. Suspect fled in a dark color foreign sedan
parked at corner of Roseglen and Roseglen Court. Breeze Hill, 12/28/09, 1:00 pm:
Complainant reports receiving a telephone call from a subject who
claimed to be her grandson. The
subject stated he had been arrested, was in a Montreal jail, and needed $2900
for bail. Complainant was instructed
to forward moneygram to specific Montreal address. Complainant withdrew cash and proceeded to
Walmart. Customer service employee
advised complainant to attempt to contact her grandson and not purchase
moneygram. No loss was incurred. Buckingham Place, 12/31/09, 1:10 pm:
Complainant reports receiving a telephone call indicating resident was
winner of sweepstakes and $300 payment was necessary to collect prize. The caller ID indicated the call originated
from a Jamaica area code. No loss was
incurred. Welfare Checks: Troy Officers responded to five incidents involving a person with
emotional or psychological issues and assisted with transport to a hospital
for evaluation and possible commitment. Miscellaneous: 7-Eleven, 2891 Crooks Road, 12/22/09, 8:20 pm: Complainant reports answering an ad on an
internet site and making arrangements to meet subject at 7-Eleven to purchase
a cellular telephone. When complainant
attempted to activate cellular account, he was informed that telephone had
been reported as stolen. Boston Market, 5137 Rochester Road,
12/23/09, 5:00 pm: Complainant reports
answering an ad on an internet site and making arrangements to meet subject
at Boston Market to purchase a cellular telephone. When complainant attempted to activate
cellular account, he was informed that telephone had been reported as
stolen. Homewood Drive, 11/25/09: Complainant reports answering an ad on an
internet site to rent a condominium in Miami, Florida. A check was sent via certified mail to the
listed owner of the unit. Subsequent
attempts to contact owner were unsuccessful Arrest Summary: The following arrests were also made during the period: 1 Possession of Marijuana with Intent to Deliver, Retail Fraud and
Assault & Battery 1 Operating Under the Influence of Narcotics 2nd Offense 11 Operating While Intoxicated 2 Domestic Assault & Battery 1 Drove While License Suspended 1 Drove While License Suspended 2nd Offense 1 malicious destruction of property 12 Retail Fraud 1 felony warrant 10 Misdemeanor Warrants 1 embezzlement 1 Trespassing |
Events & Programs
Please click or go to the below link for community
events for the coming:
January 5thth –
16th weeks!
http://www.ci.troy.mi.us/calendar/ ____________________________________ UPCOMING
EVENTS FOR THE CITY OF TROY JANUARY 2010
For a complete
listing and schedule of events, see the Troy Today newsletter. January
6: Playtime at the Library, 10:15 am-noon. Chat with other parents while the children
make a craft and play. No registration
required. All ages. FREE. January 6:
Cheddar’s Preschool Story Hour, Museum, 10:30-11:15 am. Join Cheddar the
Museum Mouse for a “Let It Snow” Themed Event with a simple craft and yummy
treat. Ages 2-5. Register.
FREE for children; adults $3. January 7: Teen
Advisory Board (TAB) Meeting: Volunteer! Library, 7-8:30 pm. TAB is the
Library Teen Advisory Board that helps plan teen programs and purchase items
for the Teen Resource Center. While serving, earn volunteer credits and
qualify for recommendation letters for college and scholarships. Ages: 13-17. FREE. January
8: Light Bulb Lab, Library, 10:30
am-noon. The Lab meets once a month to
conduct amazing fun science experiments. Registration Required. Ages 3-5.
FREE. January
9, 16, 23, 30: Talk Time, Library, 10:15 am-12 pm. Join us on Saturday
mornings to practice conservational English. Your language skills and
vocabulary will improve in the relaxed group atmosphere led by facilitators
from the Oakland Literacy Council and Troy Public Library. Free. January
9: ACT Prep, Library, 10:30 am-12 pm. Huntington Learning centers offers this
free workshop to answer questions and ease worries about the ACT/SAT. FREE. January
9: Art
Workshop, Library, 2 pm. We provide the shapes and you create whatever
your mind imagines. Registration required. Ages 3+. FREE. January
9: Family
Night, Troy Community Center, 5-8 pm. Families
are encouraged to come and play together in the gym and pool on select
Saturdays. The north court of the gym will be open and family activities will
be available including basketball at 8’ goals, badminton, parachutes, and
more. No registration required. FREE for Community Center members or $5 per two
residents (adult and child); non-residents, $7. January
9: Parents
Night Out: “Winter Blast,” Troy Community Center, 5:30-9:30 pm. While Mom and Dad have an
evening out, kids ages 7-12 years have a party at the Community Center with
pizza dinner, crafts, games, swimming and gym time. Register.
$16 residents; $18 non-residents. January
10: Chess,
Library, 2-5 pm. Tom Manion oversees
competition for chess lovers. Ages 7-14 welcome, seating is limited.
Registration Required. FREE. January 10: Sunday Concert at the Library, Library, 3 pm. Enjoy
works with the Newberry Trio – Cellist Lea Blackney, Clarinetist Nicholas
Carlson and Pianist Joel Matthys. All
ages. No registration. FREE. January
14: Evening
Family Story Time, Library, 7 pm. Stories
about Beginnings with milk and cookies after.
No registration required. All ages. FREE. January 14:
Community Read and Book Discussion, Troy Community Center, 7 pm. Come to a book discussion led by members of
the Troy Ethnic Issues Advisory Board. Register by sending an e-mail with
your name, address and phone number to troyethnicity@yahoo.com. Walk-ins on January 14th are also welcome. January
16: Museum
Music—Irish Style, Museum, Noon-4 pm. Sit
in on a jam session of traditional folk tunes with members of the Detroit
Irish Music Association. Casual
acoustic music. Register. FREE with Museum admission. January 16: Village Tour and Candlemaking, Museum, 1 pm. Enjoy a guided tour of Troy’s crown jewel when the
paths are sprinkled with snow. See an authentic log cabin, and imagine what
it was like with just a fireplace for heat.
Visit the oldest house in Troy (1832), Poppleton School, and more.
Fee: $5. January
16: Video
Game Day, Library, 2 pm. Enjoy
video games and tournaments for GameCube, Wii, PS2 and Xbox 360. Includes pizza. Registeration Required. Ages 8-12. FREE. _______________
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: _____________________________________________ 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! Home Invasion / B&E
Always secure
your doors and windows. Ø Garages and door walls are targets for
thieves. Ø Always ensure your garage door and
pedestrian doors are secured. Ø Do not leave garage door remote controls
in cars not parked in the garage. Ø Use 1 ½’’ dowel rod in the track of all
sliding glass windows and doors to help prevent them from opening. Ø It has been proven time and time again
that the proper use and application of physical security will stop a would-be
burglar. Ø Burglary alarms are only as reliable as
the person setting them. If you have
an alarm, make sure that every resident or employee knows how to activate and
deactivate it, as well as the security code. 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. 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 his or her 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 webpages) 1-800-525-6282 1-888-397-3742 1-800-680-7289 ______________________________________ Upcoming
programs at the: Stage
Nature Center 6685
Coolidge Highway Troy,
Mi 48098 248-524-3567 http://www.troymi.gov/ParksRec/ NatureCenter/SpecialPrograms/ __________________________________ 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 On a bi-monthly basis, the Troy Chamber sends out an e-newsletter geared toward area residents. Each issue contains discounts and events being offered by local businesses. To receive it, e-mail: deb@troychamber.com When
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