The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of December 6– December 12, 2020
December 6, 2020
A victim reported that an unknown person stole a necklace from a package delivered to her home. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $165.37.
December 7, 2020
An informant reported a theft at 1231 Huntington Drive (Baskin Robbins).The informant stated on 12-07-20, at approximately 2:54 am, an unknown person smashed the glass door to the business and made entry into the business. Suspects stole the store’s cash register.A surveillance video of the incident was available. The estimated loss was $250.
December 8, 2020
- Petty Theft (Shoplifting):
A petty theft was reported at 1470 Mountain Avenue (Best Buy). The informant stated on 12-08-20, at approximately 4:26 pm, a male adult was seen entering the store and selecting several items from within the store. The suspect placed the items inside a black backpack and exited the store, making no attempt to pay for the items. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $408.
- Petty Theft (Online SORT Report):
A victim reported that an unknown person stole her wallet from her shopping cart when she wasn’t paying attention. The theft occurred on 12/03/20 between 12:00 pm and 12:50 pm. The estimated loss was $950.
December 9, 2020
- Grand Theft (Shoplifting):
A theft was reported at 1050 Huntington Drive (Target). The store manager reviewed the surveillance video and noticed that on 12-05-20, 10:23 pm, a male adult was seen entering the store and selecting several items from within the store. The suspects placed the items inside a large bag and shopping cart and exited the store, making no attempt to pay for the items. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $958.
A victim reported a theft at 1098 Huntington Drive (Goodyear Tire and Service). The victim stated on 12-09-20, at approximately 6:00 pm, unknown persons shattered the rear passenger window to his vehicle and stole a bag of work tools from the backseat. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $694.
December 10, 2020
- Petty Theft (Shoplifting):
An informant reported a theft at 1050 Huntington Drive (Target). At approximately 3:56 pm, a male adult was seen on security video entering the store and selecting numerous beauty products from the cosmetic aisle. The male placed the items inside a bag and exited the store without paying. The suspect was seen placing the stolen items in a white Mercedes Benz. A surveillance video of the incident was available. The estimated loss was $519.84.
December 11, 2020
- Grand Theft (Truck Tailgate):
A victim reported their truck tailgate stolen near the 900 Block of Miltonwood Avenue. The theft occurred between 12-10-20, 10:00 pm, and 12-11-20, 8:00 am. Suspects stole the tailgate from the victim’s Chevy Silverado truck. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $1,000.
December 12, 2020
- Grand Theft (Truck Tailgate):
A victim reported their truck tailgate stolen near the 1300 Block of Three Ranch Road. The theft occurred between 12-11-20, 10:00 pm, and 12-12-20, 9:00 am. Suspects stole the tailgate from the victim’s Toyota Tundra truck. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $3,000.
- Grand Theft (Truck Tailgate):
A victim reported their truck tailgate stolen near the 1600 Block of Delford Avenue. Surveillance video showed the theft occurred on 12-12-20 at 5:20 am.Suspects stole the tailgate from the victim’s Toyota Tundra truck. A surveillance video of the incident was available. The estimated loss was $2,000.
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS FOR TRUCK TAILGATE THEFT
- If possible, park your truck in a locked garage. This is the safest way. If thieves can’t see or quickly access your truck, they won’t bother.
- Lock your truck tailgate lock. The tailgate has to be swung open to remove it. A locked tailgate won’t allow that.
- If you must park in your driveway, back your truck close to the garage door. Again, thieves must be able to open the gate to remove it. Restricting access makes your truck a much less attractive target.
- Install a tailgate lock. These are relatively cheap pieces of metal that prevent the tailgate from being removed so easily. Keyed or remote tailgate locks are also available ranging from $60 to $90 on up.
- Buy hose clamps. A simple hose clamp on the tailgate hinges deters theft because a thief will not want to spend the additional time necessary to remove the clamp before removing your tailgate. Instructions can be found at this link: https://youtu.be/pjqt2ByIrQQ.
