The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of August 14, 2022 – August 20, 2022.        
 
August 14, 2022

• Petty Theft:

1413 Huntington Drive (The Huntington).  Between August 13, 2022 10:15 PM and August 14, 2022 3:03 PM suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s wallet and glasses from her unlocked vehicle a 2022 Subaru Outback that was parked in the parking structure. Loss was approximately $400. No surveillance video available. 
 
August 15, 2022

• No significant activity.

  
August 16, 2022

• No significant activity.

 
August 17, 2022

• No significant activity.

 
August 18, 2022

• Burglary (Residential):

900 Block of Livermont Lane.  On August 18, 2022 between 9:50 AM and 1:10 PM suspect(s) unknown shattered the rear sliding glass door and entered the location.   Once inside the suspect(s) ransacked the residence and stole a large amount of cash from a bedroom.  Loss was approximately $10,000 and approximately $400 for the damaged window.  No surveillance video available.
 
August 19, 2022

• No significant activity.

 
August 20, 2022

• Burglary (Vehicle):

1431 Buena Vista Street (Spaghetti Factory).  On August 20, 2022 between 7:00 PM and 7:24 PM suspect(s) unknown shattered the rear driver side window to the victim’s vehicle.  Suspect(s) stole the victims backpack containing an iPad, Air pods, and prescription glasses, that was located on the rear seat of the vehicle.  Loss was approximately $3,300 and approximately $300 for the damaged window.  No surveillance video available.
 

• Petty Theft:

1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart).  On August 20, 2022 at 4:16 PM the suspect an employee of the location was observed by loss prevention conducting a return for merchandise they had purchased a previous day without returning the actual items.  Loss was approximately $300.  Surveillance video available.
 

• Petty Theft:

2300 Block of Bashor Street.  On August 20, 2022 at 4:54 PM suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s fog light housing from her vehicle a 2017 Audi A5. Loss was approximately $500.  No surveillance video available.
 
 

Driving safety tips every driver should know

Focus on driving

• Keep 100% of your attention on driving at all times – no multi-tasking.
• Don’t use your phone or any other electronic device while driving.
• Slow down. Speeding gives you less time to react and increases the severity of an accident.

Drive “defensively”

• Be aware of what other drivers around you are doing, and expect the unexpected.
• Assume other motorists will do something crazy, and always be prepared to avoid it.
• Keep a 2-second cushion between you and the car in front of you.
• Make that 4 seconds if the weather is bad.

Make a safe driving plan

• Build time into your trip schedule to stop for food, rest breaks, phone calls or other business.
• Adjust your seat, mirrors and climate controls before putting the car in gear.
• Pull over to eat or drink. It takes only a few minutes.

Practice safety

• Secure cargo that may move around while the vehicle is in motion.
• Don’t attempt to retrieve items that fall to the floor.
• Have items needed within easy reach
• Always wear your seat belt and drive sober and drug-free.

What to do when pulled over

If you notice that a police car is following you with the lights flashing, pull over to the right side of the road safely and quickly. Wait inside your car for the officer to approach, and be prepared to:

Turn on the light

• Turn on your interior light at night and keep your hands where the officer can see them, preferably on the steering wheel.

Keep your hands visible

• Don't reach under your seat or into your glove box. This may cause the officer to think you're reaching for a weapon or hiding something.

Provide necessary documentation

• Give your license and proof of insurance to the officer if asked. If the officer asks you to step out of your car, do so without sudden or threatening movements.

Be polite

• Stay calm − don't become argumentative, disorderly or abusive − and never attempt to bribe the officer.

If a citation is issued, present your story in traffic court if you feel you’ve been unfairly treated. You may be represented by a lawyer and, if necessary, you'll be heard by a judge or magistrate.