The following is a synopsis of crimes reported from August 16, 2026 – August 22, 2026.
August 16, 2026
- Burglary (Business)
- 1231 Huntington Drive (Baskin Robbins) – On August 16, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the suspect(s) shattered the front entry door of the business and attempted to remove the cash register. The suspects fled the location and went out of view. Nothing was taken during the incident. No arrest made. Video footage available. Temple DB to follow up.
- Burglary (Business)
- 1737 Huntington Drive (Color Nails) – On August 16, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the suspect(s) shattered the front entry door of the business and ransacked the interior. The suspects fled the location and went out of view. Nothing was taken during the incident. No arrest made. Video footage available. Temple DB to follow up.
August 17, 2026
August 18, 2026
- Burglary (Copper Wire)
- 1806 Mountain Avenue – On August 14, 2026 at 10 AM, the suspect(s) removed a manhole cover and took approximately 200 feet of copper wire belonging to Frontier/Verizon. No arrest made. No video footage available. Temple DB to follow up. The crime was reported on August 18, 2026.
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August 22, 2026
The Key to a Safe Community Is Knowing Your Neighbors
The best way to ensure the safety of your family and neighborhood is through a collaborative effort with your community. By collaborating with your neighbors, you can contribute to crime prevention and foster a safer community by doing the following:
Familiarize Yourself with Your Neighbors: One of the best ways to improve neighborhood safety is to get to know the neighbors who live closest to you. Be sure to exchange contact details. Knowing your neighbors and their daily habits can help everyone look out for one another.
Set Up a Visible Home Security System: Criminals are less likely to invade homes with visible security systems. Protect your home and encourage your neighbors to do the same by installing a home security system. If your security system includes motion-activated lighting or an alarm, it can also help discourage intruders.
Keep Up Appearances: Neglected yards can offer cover for burglars and give the impression that no one is home, making your property an easy target. Take care of your yard and encourage your neighbors to do the same, showing potential criminals that the community is active and reducing hiding places.
Teach Your Children About Safety: As a parent, ensuring the safety of your home and community is important, but there are additional measures you can take to protect your children and those of your neighbors. If you are new to the area, take a stroll with your kids to help them get acquainted with their surroundings. You can also set limits on where they can go, giving them some freedom to explore while still being reasonable.
Enjoy the Outdoors in Your Community: When more people are outside, the neighborhood becomes less appealing to burglars because there are more witnesses, especially since most break-ins happen during daylight hours. Spending time outdoors is also a great way to connect with your neighbors. Activities like gardening, walking your dogs, arranging group walks, or letting the kids play outside can build relationships, show potential burglars that the community is active, and help everyone watch for suspicious behavior.
