The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of May 30, 2021– June 05, 2021.
May 30, 2021
- Petty Theft (Shoplifting):
An informant reported a theft at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). Loss prevention saw a male adult on 05-30-21 at 11:12 pm select miscellaneous items from within the store and placed them in a shopping cart. The suspect exited the store, making no attempt to pay for the items. The suspect was detained by loss prevention security. After investigating the incident, Deputies arrested the suspect for shoplifting. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $50.61.
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon:
A victim reported an assault with a deadly weapon on the 1700 Block of Buena Vista Street on 05-30-21, between 8:00 am, and 8:45 am. The victim stated he got into a verbal argument with an unknown male adult about not wearing a facemask indoors. The victim said the argument escalated, and the suspect threw a hand truck in his direction, missing him. The suspect left the location without further incident. The victim was not injured. Temple Station Detectives are investigating the case.
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon:
A victim reported an assault with a deadly weapon at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart) on 05-30-21, at 5:30 pm. The victim stated he was selling a facemask in the parking lot of Walmart when a male adult pulled into a parking spot and asked about the facemask. The victim said as he approached the driver’s side of the suspect’s vehicle, the suspect pointed a black handgun at him and demanded the victim’s money. The victim told the suspect he didn’t have any money, and the suspect threw two beer bottles at him-one of the bottles his the victim’s right thigh. The suspect left the location without further incident. Temple Station Detectives are investigating the case.
May 31, 2021
A victim reported a theft near the 1600 Block of Buena Vista Street. The victim stated that between 05-28-21, 10:00 pm, and 05-29-21, 9:30 am, unknown persons took the window screen off an open bedroom window and disconnected the television near the window. No items were taken from the residence, and Deputies found no evidence of a forced entry into the home. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video.
June 01, 2021
An informant reported a theft at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). Loss prevention saw a female adult on 05-31-21 at 9:28 pm concealing unpaid store merchandise inside her clothing. The suspect walked out of the store with the unpaid items. The suspect was detained by loss prevention security outside the store. During the detention, the suspect punched the employee once in the face. The suspect then and ran westbound in the parking lot and out of view. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $21.96.
June 02, 2021
An informant reported a theft at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). Loss prevention saw a male adult on 06-02-21 at 9:00 pm select several items throughout the store and run out of an emergency door exit. Responding Deputies detained a suspect matching the description running from the store. After investigating the incident, Deputies arrested the suspect for shoplifting. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $472.53.
An informant reported a theft near the 1000 Block of Central Avenue. The informant stated on 06-01-21, between 2:27 am, and 3:21 am, an unknown person jumped the fence to the location and stole several tools from the property. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $1,128.
- Petty Theft (Patio Umbrella):
A victim reported a theft near the 1000 Block of Encanto Parkway. The theft occurred on 06-02-21, between 6:00 am, and 10:50 am. The suspect stole two umbrellas from the front porch. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $100.
- Grand Theft from Unlocked Vehicle (stolen item left in plain view):
A victim reported a theft from the bed of his truck near the 1200 Block of Olivia Court. The victim stated on 06-02-21, between 10:00 am, and 10:15 am, unknown persons stole a garden trimmer and blower from his unsecured truck bed. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $1,687.
June 03, 2021
June 04, 2021
- Petty Theft from Unlocked Vehicle (stolen item left in plain view):
A victim reported a theft from his unlocked vehicle near the 3000 Block of Gardi Street. Between 06-03-21, 5:00 pm, and 06-04-21, 10:00 am, unknown persons entered his unlocked vehicle and a black bag and a pair of sunglasses. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $224.
- Petty Theft (Catalytic Converter):
A victim reported their vehicle catalytic converter was stolen near the 1800 Block of Park Rose Avenue. The theft occurred between 06-03-21, 8:00 pm, and 06-04-21, 9:00 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $600.
- Grand Theft (Catalytic Converter):
A victim reported their vehicle catalytic converter was stolen near the 1600 Block of Brycedale Avenue. The theft occurred between 06-03-21, 11:00 pm, and 06-04-21, 5:45 am. Suspects stole the catalytic converter from the victim’s 2006 Honda Accord. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $2,500.
A victim reported a burglary near the 2600 Block of Bernwood Street. The victim stated on 06-04-21, at 9:00 am she saw two male adults walk from the side of her home and drive away in a white BMW driving by another male adult. The victim entered her home after the vehicle drove away and found her dining room had been ransacked and the victim’s purse had also been stolen. Responding deputies searched the area for the suspects, which met with negative results. Entry into the home appears to be from an unlocked door. Surveillance video was located. The estimated loss was $1,900.
June 05, 2021
- Petty Theft (Catalytic Converter):
A victim reported their vehicle catalytic converter was stolen near the 1600 Block of 2
ND Street. The theft occurred between 06-04-21, 10:00 pm, and 06-05-21, 10:00 am. Suspects stole the catalytic converter from the victim’s 2005 Honda Accord. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $300.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1000 Block of Hurstview Street. The victim’s Nissan Truck was stolen between 06-04-21, 6:00 pm and 06-05-21, 4:20 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. Temple Sheriff Station recovered the vehicle on 06-05-21. No one in custody.
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
Aggressive Driving and Road Rage
If you have ever been passed on the wrong side of the road or passed in a NO passing zone, tailgated, or cut off by another vehicle, then you have been the victim of an aggressive driver.
Avoid Becoming an Aggressive Driver
- Keep your emotions in check. Don’t take your frustrations out on other drivers.
- Traffic congestions is a problem almost everywhere and can occur at any time. Plan ahead and allow time for delays.
- Focus on your driving. Yelling, gesturing, honking the horn, and pounding on your steering wheel will not get you to your destination any faster.
How to Avoid Danger
First, be a cautious and considerate driver. Avoid creating a situation that may provoke another motorist.
- Don’t tailgate or flash your lights at another motorist.
- Let aggressive drivers pass you.
Second, if you encounter an angry driver, don’t make matters worse by escalating the situation.
- Avoid eye contact
- Steer clear and give angry drivers plenty of room
- Don’t make inappropriate hand or facial gestures.
If none of this works and you are concerned for you or your passenger’s safety, call 911.
