Police Crime Alert Community Services Section

Gary Mayer, Chief of Police 500 West Big Beaver Rd. Troy, MI 48084

Crime Alert for period ending date: Jan. 27, 2012 Events & Programs Please click or go to the link for community events http://www.troymi.gov/calendar/ Altercations ______UPCOMING EVENTS FOR TROY Ona Marble, 1/14/12, 10:31 am: Troy Officers responded to a report of an altercation between a business January 28: Mom-2-Mom Sale, Troy representative and a supplier. One of the parties Community Center, 10am-1pm. involved left the scene prior to officer’s arrival. No formal Parents in the community will have enforcement action was taken. one-stop shopping to find and

purchase great deals to fill their Assaults child's closets and toy boxes. No registration required. Wright St, 1/17/12, 8:30 am: Troy Officers were $1 entry fee, cash only; No strollers dispatched to the home after one group home resident before 11:30am. Early Bird Shopping struck another group home resident following a dispute 9:30-10 am; $2 entry fee. over the television remote control. The suspect left the home prior to the officer’s arrival and the matter has January 28: Scout It Out, Stage been referred to the Troy City Attorney. Nature Center, 9-11 am. Complete nature-related scouting badges Kona Grill, 30 E Big Beaver, 1/18/12, 6:32 pm: Troy during this special event. Dress for Officers were dispatched to the restaurant after a patron weather. Adult or scout leader assaulted the valet. The suspect had left the area on foot supervision required. Registration and was found by officers inside a nearby officer Required. Junior G.S. Fee: $12 per building. The valet reports that the man swore at him and scout. then charged him; knocking him to the ground and punching him in the face. A witness to the incident February 1: Cheddar’s Preschool confirmed the valet’s story. The 43-year-old male from Story Hour, Historic Village, 10:30- Sterling Heights was arrested for “Assault and Battery.” 11:15 am. Join Cheddar the Museum He was intoxicated at the time of the incident. Mouse for a “Puppy Love” themed event with story, simple craft and International Academy of Design and Technology, 1850 yummy treat. Ages 2-5. Registration Research, 1/26/12, 12:09 am: Troy Officers were Required. FEE: $2 Children and dispatched after a woman called 911 reporting an $3 Adults. assault. When officers arrived they spoke with the caller. She stated she had argued with her ex-boyfriend. When February 4: Rainbow Preschool Open he called her a disparaging name, she slapped him. House, Community Center, Room Shortly thereafter, the ex-boyfriend’s sister arrived on 202, 10 am-1 pm. Meet the staff, see the scene and punched the caller in the head twice. The Rainbow’s facility and learn more ex-boyfriend and his sister had left the scene prior to about their programs plus an art officer’s arrival. The caller suffered minor injuries that project for the kids. Free. did not require medical attention. The case has been turned over to the Troy City Attorney. February 6: Opening of Park Shelter Reservations for Troy Residents, starts at 8 am. Reserve a picnic Auto/Vehicle Thefts shelter for the 2012 season, Reservations must be made in Tabak Stone, 2703 John R, 1/13/12, 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm: person at the Troy Community Business representative reports that a GMC Savana van Center. (Non-resident reservations was stolen from the lot. The van contained business starts on Monday, Feb. 20 at 8 am). materials and tools. Cash was stolen from a separate vehicle that had been left unlocked in the parking lot. February 11, 25: Family Night Out!, 2000 block of E Maple, 1/17/12, 10:10 pm: Resident Community Center, 5-7:45 pm. An reports that he saw headlights in his driveway and when inexpensive, fun night out for he looked outside he realized the headlights were from families! Activities include his car. Someone had apparently taken his vehicle basketball, swimming, parachutes, an without his permission; and the vehicle was in the inflatable castle and more. Fee: process of backing down the driveway. The resident ran unlimited pass members FREE, outside to confront the suspect. Due to traffic on Maple, $2.50/resident non-member, the suspect was unable to back out onto the street. When $3.50/non-resident. the resident approached the car, the suspect exited ______complainant’s vehicle, ran to another vehicle that was parked in the next driveway, jumped into the passenger Passport Application Services seat and the vehicle fled the scene. The complainant at Troy City Hall discovered entry had been made to his vehicle by prying a window open. The ignition had been attacked and the The Troy City Treasurer’s office now suspect had been able to start the vehicle. The suspect is serves as an official Passport described as a white male in his mid-twenties, wearing a Acceptance Agency and accepts black hooded sweatshirt. The getaway vehicle was a applications from U.S. Citizens from small, black, older model sedan. 8am-3pm, Monday-Friday. The only exceptions when they will NOT 2000 block of Somerset, 1/17/12 - 1/18/12, 9pm-5am: process passports will be during tax Complainant reports her 1992 Honda Civic was stolen bill due dates: February 6-17, 2012. from her apartment complex parking lot. Photo services are available for a fee at the City Clerk’s Office. PNC, 755 W Big Beaver, 1/19/12, 9am-5:45pm: Complainant reports her 2000 Honda Civic was stolen Passport fees vary depending on age, from the parking lot. if it is a new application or renewal, or if expedited service is required. 500 block of Sylvanwood, 1/23/12 – 1/24/12, 11:00 pm – Current passport info can be 8:30 am: Complainant reports her 2000 Plymouth obtained on the US Dept. of State Voyager was stolen while parked in the driveway. website at www.travel.state.gov or by contacting the City Treasurer’s office at 248.524.3333. Breaking and Entries ______

Professional Ground Services, 412 W Fourteen Mile, Check out an eBook: The Troy Public 1/9/12 – 1/12/12, 12:00 pm – 9:00 am: Business Library has eBooks for all of your tech representative reports that a storage trailer was broken devices. Downloading is easier than into and a snow blower was stolen. The shed had been ever. Check out free eBooks and secured with a padlock that is now missing. audiobooks for your smartphone, ereader, mp3 player, tablet and computer through the Overdrive Credit, Check, Identity Theft, Other Fraud Online Lending Library using your Troy Public Library card. Find classic Macy’s, 500 W Fourteen Mile, 12/8/11 – 12/11/11: When and contemporary titles. the complainant received the December bill for her For more information, visit Macy’s credit card, she learned that someone had made http://www.troylibrary.info/downloadable fraudulent purchases totaling $831.52 using her account number. There are no suspects. ______

2000 block of Dorchester, 12/14/11: Complainant reports Shop for Bargains at the Friends of that someone made 12 fraudulent purchases, totaling the Troy Public Library Friends $503.74 using his VISA debit card number. The Shop & Book Shop complainant still has possession of his card and has no idea how his account was compromised. The purchases Friends of the Troy Public Library were made in Brazil. Friends Shop is stocked and ready for shoppers. Located in the lobby of the Old Navy, 1221 Coolidge, 1/2/12, 6:34 pm: Old Navy Loss library, the Friends Shop offers great Prevention reports that on 1/2/12 a woman purchased gift items, toys for children, jewelry, clothing using a $500 VISA traveler’s check. She stationary and more. The Friends Shop received $221.59 in cash back. The traveler’s check hours are Monday-Thursday noon to turned out to be counterfeit. On 1/13/12 the suspect 6pm, Saturday 10:30am-1:30pm and came into the store and returned clothing, receiving Sunday 1-4pm. $304.33 in cash back. It was later discovered that the suspect had used counterfeit traveler’s check when she The Friends Shop carries a selection of originally purchased the merchandise at Old Navy stores books for a hint of the variety available in Roseville and Allen Park. On 1/15/12, the suspect in our popular downstairs Book Shop returned to Old Navy and purchased $212.88 of clothing open Saturday 10am-1pm and Sunday using a $500 counterfeit traveler’s check and received 1-4pm. $287.12 in cash back. The suspect is described as a black female, approximately 20 years-old, 5’6’’ tall and Donations for the Book Shop are 180 pounds. always being accepted in the donation area next to the circulation desk. The The Big Salad, 378 E Big Beaver, 1/14/12: An employee Friends are excited to be back in reports that the personal information she provided the business with both fundraising efforts business for payroll tax purposes was used to to continue promoting and supporting fraudulently open two credit cards in her name. Two the Troy Public Library children’s other employees also state fraudulent credit card programs, special needs collection, accounts have been opened in their names. Investigation Job Seekers, E-readers and more. continues. Would you like to share some time with 6000 block of Canmoor, 1/16/12, 4:52 pm: Complainant Friends? Consider volunteering in the reports someone fraudulently used her identity to open Friends Shop or Book Shop. We are an “Ann Taylor” account. The account is now delinquent. happy to get you involved. Stop by for There are no suspects. a volunteer application or go to our website at www.friendstpl.org. You can Suburban Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram of Troy, 1790 also visit us on Facebook. Maplelawn, 1/17/12, 5:15 pm: Complainant states her estranged husband forged her name on a Michigan Membership in the Friends is a vital vehicle title and sold the car they jointly owned to the part of supporting the library. dealership. The vehicle was valued at $10,000. Membership for an individual is just $10 and membership information is 2000 block of Renshaw, 1/18/12, 8:30 am: Complainant available in both shops and on the reports someone used his debit card account number to Friends website. Membership will make $900 in fraudulent on-line purchases. The provide updates on the Friends many complainant still had possession of his debit card. activities, ways to help TPL and coupons for the shops. Join the 3290 W Big Beaver, 1/19/12, 2:44 pm: Business owner Friends and continue the great states he has received past due notices for a credit card community support for our nationally machine contract. The business owner states he never ranked public library. entered into a contract for a credit card machine. When ______he asked for a copy of the contract he discovered that his signature had been forged. The signature was submitted electronically and originates from Athens, City of Troy Residents will need to call Georgia. Oakland County Animal Control for all of their animal control needs @ 1000 block of Falcon, 12/19/12 - 12/20/12, 9am-5pm: 248.391.4102. Complainant reports someone used his Home Depot credit card account to make two fraudulent purchases at But dog owners in the City of Troy may a San Diego, California Home Depot. The complainant purchase Dog Licenses at the Police still has possession of his Home Depot credit card. Records Public Counter. Hours: Mon- There are no suspects. Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Questions: 248.524.3437. 52-4 District Court, 520 W Big Beaver, 1/23/12: Court representative reports that a check was issued by the court to a criminal defendant returning the bond money ______he had posted. Later, two attempts were made to cash the same check. The check was cashed at a local party store and also deposited to some type of pornography The Troy Fifty Forward senior site or business. It is not known which transaction newsletter is a bi-monthly publication involved the actual check and which a copy. The check of the Troy Parks and Recreation was issued to a 19-year-old male from Troy. His family Department that contains 16 pages of states he is currently incarcerated at Oakland County information about activities and Jail. services for people 50 and older in the Troy area. E-mail subscriptions to this newsletter are available free at Domestic / Family Trouble www.troymi.gov.

Troy Officers responded to 16 incidents involving Click on SUBSCRIBE in the upper left domestic disputes or family troubles during this corner. Enter your e-mail address and reporting period. On-scene investigation of these click GO. Confirm email address and incidents did not result in evidence of crimes being click on SAVE. Then select Troy Fifty committed; however, Officers were required to take non- Forward News & Updates and click enforcement actions to either mediate the situation or SAVE. In addition to the bi-monthly keep the peace. Readers should be aware that although newsletter, you will receive these incidents did not result in arrest or prosecution, announcements and reminders about they do represent significant law enforcement resources upcoming programs and services. in terms of time, on-scene investigation, potential relocation of disputants, referrals to support agencies, ______peace keeping, as well as detective & prosecutorial review. SUPPORT Drugs/Narcotics WATTLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Big Beaver & Daley, 1/18/12, 2:56 pm: Troy Officer investigating a commercial vehicle violation noticed that the truck’s cab smelled strongly of marijuana and that Wattles Elementary School is part of the driver had bloodshot eyes. Marijuana and narcotic the Oakland Mall "Will Your School paraphernalia was found in the vehicle. The 27-year-old Rule?" program. The program runs male from Royal Oak admitted to “smoking marijuana” October 1st thru March 31st and we earlier in the day. He was arrested for “Operating under need your help! We get one point for the Influence of Drugs” and “Possession of Marijuana.” every dollar our friends and families A blood test was administered and results are pending. spend at the Mall. When you shop or eat at Oakland Mall, take your receipts Wattles & Forge, 1/18/12, 6:35 pm: A 35-year-old male to the information booth at the mall from Troy was the driver of an eastbound Wattles vehicle and tell them you are from Wattles. that crossed over the center lane marker and hit a They will record how much you spent westbound vehicle head on. Both drivers, as well as a and give you back your receipt. The front-seat passenger in the westbound vehicle, were top 5 schools at the end of the transported to an area hospital with non-life threatening program win cash prizes. injuries. A witness reported seeing the eastbound vehicle swerving prior to the collision and thought the Please help us by telling all your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol. friends, family and neighbors. Their The eastbound driver had “track marks” from suspected purchases will also count toward our IV drug use on his arm and was disoriented and school. Just tell them to make sure vomiting. A blood test was administered at the hospital they say it’s for Wattles Elementary. and results along with possible charges are pending. Oakland Mall has over 100 stores and Colebrook & Ellenboro, 1/21/12, 5:30 pm: Troy Officers restaurants including Macy’s, Sears were dispatched to the area after Troy Police and JC Penney. Several stores located Communications received a call reporting four teens in a in the Mall parking lot area also count parked car, possibly smoking marijuana. Troy Officers toward this program including ABC located the vehicle and conducted an investigation. A Warehouse, Chili’s, Henry Ford 17-year-old male and three 16-year-old males, all Troy OptimEyes and Classic Auto residents, were arrested for “Possession of Marijuana,” Showplace. and “Possession of Narcotic Paraphernalia.” ______Oakland County Probation Office, 1151 Crooks, 1/25/12, 11:17 am: A Ferndale Police Officer arrived at the location to arrest a probationer on an outstanding Ferndale warrant. When the Officer searched the man he CITY NEWS & INFORMATION: discovered a pill bottle containing heroin in the man’s jacket pocket. The 35-year-old male from Ferndale was Contact Numbers: turned over to the Ferndale Police Officer. A warrant for Community Affairs Dept: 248.524.1147 “Possession of Drugs/Narcotics” is being sought. Troy Public Library: 248.524.3538 Stage Nature Center: 248.524.3567 Troy Community Center: 248.524.3484 Drunk/Intoxicated Driving Incidents of Interest Troy Museum: 248.524.3570 Golf Courses: 248.619.7600 ______I-75 & Wattles, 1/15/12, 1:17 am: Troy Officer stopped a vehicle after observing it cross over the lane markers on both the left and right side of its lane. The driver had ______glassy eyes and slurred speech and thought he was on I-

696. The 44-year-old male from Dearborn failed sobriety The Troy Police Department tests and was arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” offers the following free talks/seminars: Breath test results were .16%. Work place safety I-75 & Crooks, 1/15/12, 10:54 am: Troy Police Alcohol abuse and prevention Communications received a 911 call reporting a Safety with Strangers suspected drunk driver. A civilian witness reported the Home Security Audit vehicle had swerved from the right lane to the far left Personal Security lane before pulling over and stopping on the right Got Caught (Shoplifting talk for teens) shoulder of the expressway. Troy Officers located the Choose Wisely (Right choices for teens) vehicle running with the radio blaring and the driver Home alone (home personal safety for passed out over the steering wheel. When officers woke teens and children) the driver, the driver asked officers why “they had pulled him over.” An investigation revealed the 29-year-old Drug and drug paraphernalia talk for male from Sanford, Michigan was drunk and he was adults and also teens arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test Identity Theft results were .20%. The man has one previous drinking Internet Safety for adults & teens and driving conviction. 12-1581 Harassing and Bullying Prevention for children Big Beaver & Rochester, 1/16/12, 3:01 am: Troy Officers Retail Fraud Prevention responded to the area after police communications received a call reporting a “rowdy” group of people in a If you or your organization has a restaurant parking lot. Officers were flagged down by the program or discussion idea or need restaurant bartender who stated that a patron had called that a police officer can deliver please police falsely reporting a problem because the man was call! angry that the restaurant had refused to serve him an alcoholic beverage. Officers spoke with the caller who For more information or to schedule an confirmed the story and stated the refusal to serve him officer to present a program please alcohol was “a violation of my rights.” Officers advised call:248.524.3464 or e-mail the crime the man that by law the restaurant could not serve him alert at: alcohol because he was obviously intoxicated. The [email protected] officer’s offered to give the man a ride home or call a taxi; however he refused saying he “would walk home or call a friend.” Officer’s warned the man not to drive and "Operation Medicine Cabinet" remained in the area until the man was seen walking in the direction of his apartment. Approximately 15 minutes Old medicine & prescriptions can be later officers saw the man driving down Big Beaver dropped off at the Troy Police Road. The 31-year-old male from Troy smelled of Department Lobby during the hours intoxicants and had bloodshot/glassy eyes. He the front desk is staffed. Mon-Fri: 7am- performed poorly on sobriety test and was arrested for 10pm and Sat & Sun: 8am-4pm. “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test results were ______.17% .

Falcon & Homestead, 1/18/12, 5:59 pm: A civilian Opening the World Through Words witness called Troy Police Communications to report a suspected drunk driver. The witness followed the vehicle That's what you will be helping to do until it exited I-75 at Crooks Road and reported the when you become a volunteer tutor vehicle to be weaving. The witness was able to obtain with the Oakland Literacy Council. the vehicle’s license plate number. A Troy Officer Since 1984 we have provided over 300 responded to the address of the registered owner and adults free one-on-one reading & found the vehicle in the garage still occupied and English language instruction each year. running. The driver had red/bloodshot eyes and smelled strongly of intoxicants. The 34-year-old Troy resident If you would like to experience the life- performed poorly on sobriety tests and was arrested for changing rewards of becoming a tutor, “Operating while Intoxicated.” On the way to the lock-up or if you know of anyone needing our facility the man stated he was worried about his help, please call the Oakland Literacy elementary-school age children being left home alone. Council at 248.253.1617 or email us at: When officers contacted a family member regarding the [email protected]. children it was determined the man did not have any children and was presumably being deceitful to illicit Make a difference in your community leniency. Breath test results were .26%. The driver has and someone's life! one prior drinking and driving arrest. ______I-75 & Fourteen Mile, 1/19/12, 2:19 am: Troy Officers stopped a vehicle after observing it swerving. The driver had glassy eyes and smelled of intoxicants. She failed sobriety tests. The 24-year-old from West Bloomfield was arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test results were .10%.

John R & Elliot, 1/20/12, 12:44 am: Troy Officers stopped a vehicle after observing it run a red light. The driver, a 22-year-old female from Madison Heights stated she was on her way home from a bar where she had two drinks. She had glassy/bloodshot eyes, slurred speech and ______smelled of intoxicants. The woman performed poorly on sobriety tests and was arrested for “Operating while Crime Prevention Tips Intoxicated.” Breath test results were .10%. If you would like to have the security of Maple & Crooks, 1/20/12, 2:59 am: After stopping a your residence or business inspected vehicle for a traffic violation, a Troy Officer noticed that please contact the Troy Police Crime the driver’s movements were slow and lethargic, his Prevention Officer at 248.524.3464 eyes were glassy and he smelled of intoxicants. The 36- year-old male from Clawson failed sobriety tests and was Home Invasion / B&E arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test results were .21%. He has one prior conviction for Always secure your doors & windows. drinking and driving.  Garages and door walls are targets Crooks & Wilshire, 1/21/12, 1:14 am: A Troy Officer for thieves. observed several vehicles slowing down for a red light. One of the vehicles stopped suddenly causing the  Always ensure your garage door and vehicle to “fishtail” three times. The officer stopped the pedestrian doors are secured. vehicle and found that the driver had glassy eyes, slurred speech and smelled of intoxicants. The driver, a  Do not leave garage door remote 23-year-old male from Bloomfield Hills performed poorly controls in cars not parked in the on sobriety tests and was arrested for “Operating while garage. Intoxicated.” Breath test results were .18%.  Use 1 ½’’ dowel rod in the track of all Maple & John R, 1/23/12, 1:12 am: Troy Officers stopped sliding glass windows and doors to a vehicle they observed weaving and traveling at a high help prevent them from opening. rate of speed. The driver, a 36-year-old male from Sterling Heights, smelled of intoxicants and had  It has been proven time and time bloodshot/glassy eyes. He failed sobriety tests and was again that the proper use and arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test application of physical security will results were .17%. stop a would-be burglar.

Big Beaver & Crooks, 1/23/12, 2:06 am: A Troy Officer  Burglar alarms are only as reliable as stopped a vehicle after observing it travel at alternating the person setting them. If you have speeds and swerving out of its lane of travel. The driver an alarm, make sure that every had glassy eyes and smelled of intoxicants. The 26-year- resident or employee knows how to old male from Troy performed poorly on sobriety tests activate and deactivate it, as well as and was arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” the security code. Breath test results were .17%. Larcenies from Autos / Car Theft I-75 & Maple, 1/24/12, 12:35 am: A Troy Officer stopped a vehicle after observing it repeatedly swerve. The vehicle Things that can be done to combat auto was occupied by four adults and a five year-old child theft and larcenies from autos include: who was seated in a booster seat. The driver smelled of intoxicants, had slurred speech and bloodshot eyes. An  Installing a car alarm. investigation revealed she was intoxicated and the 30- year-old from Woodhaven was arrested for “Operating  Using steering-wheel locking while Intoxicated,” and “Child Endangerment.” Breath applications like the club etc. test results were .11%. The child was turned over to one of the passengers who had not been drinking.  Applications of a hidden kill switch to the ignition system. Fourteen Mile & Stephenson, 1/26/12, 12:19 am: A Troy Officer stopped a vehicle after observing it weaving and  Park in a well lit well traveled area if driving onto the shoulder of the roadway. The driver had possible. slurred speech, watery/bloodshot eyes, and smelled of intoxicants. The 24-year-old male from Steubenville,  Always maintain security of vehicle Ohio told the officer he had drank “two beers.” He keys. performed poorly on sobriety tests and was arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test results were  Do not leave anything of value in your .24%, which is three times the legal limit. vehicle in plain view.

Maple & Kirkton, 1/26/12, 12:54 am: A Troy Officer  Always lock your vehicle doors. stopped a vehicle that was speeding and had its high beams on. The driver stated he had been in Southfield  Never leave a vehicle unattended and was on his way home to St Clair Shores. He smelled while running. of intoxicants and one sobriety test had to be stopped because his balance was so poor. The 65-year-old was  There is a trend of things being stolen arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” Breath test from vehicles in the parking lots of results were .13%. fitness centers and fun centers. While going to these places, be extra Wattles & Dequindre, 1/26/12, 11:09 pm: A Troy Officer careful to remove all items of value observed a vehicle making a u-turn. The driver and secure your vehicle. misjudged the turn and struck the curb. The officer began following the vehicle and noted the vehicle was unable to maintain its lane and was crossing the lane Fraud Prevention markers to the left and right. After the vehicle was stopped an investigation revealed the driver was  Remember that nothing that is worth intoxicated and the 41-year-old male from Sterling anything is free. Heights was arrested for “Operating while Intoxicated.” The vehicle was also occupied by the driver’s wife and  If someone that you do not know two children, aged 7 and 4. The children were turned offers to do you a favor, they over to the driver’s wife, who had not been drinking. A probably have an ulterior motive. blood test was administered and results are pending.  Never give any personal information out to an unknown source over the phone or Internet. Embezzlements (If someone asks for personal Bailey’s, 1965 W Maple, 1/8/12 – 1/13/12: Business information, ask to speak to his or her manager reports that between 1/8/12 and 1/13/12 petty supervisor and inform him or her you cash has gone missing and several bank deposits were will be calling the Police to make a fraud either short or never made. report.)

JCPenney, 700 W Fourteen Mile, 1/7/12: Loss Prevention No reputable business will call you reports that an employee issued a customer a gift card when a customer returned an item without a receipt. The or email you for this information!!! customer pointed out that the gift card had been issued for the wrong amount and the employee issued a second  If you receive a phone call or email card for the correct amount. The employee failed to void telling you that you have won the first gift card and later in the day used it to make a something that you did not apply for, purchase. The 21-year-old female from Royal Oak was it is more than likely a fraud. then terminated by the store.  No legitimate organization will ask for National Coney Island, 3364 Rochester, 12/21/11, 6:05 pm: any money or a Credit Card number Area Manager reports receiving an anonymous tip that a in order to claim a prize store manager was embezzling money from carry-out orders. On 12/21/11 the area manager had a friend call in  Protect yourself against identity theft a carry-out order. The friend went to the restaurant and by shredding all documents and safe gave the store manager $40 for the food. The cash was guarding your account numbers, never placed in the register. The store manager, a Shelby social security numbers and credit Township resident, was terminated. An audit also card numbers. determined there was zero income from carry out orders any time he was the sole manager on duty.  Always maintain your credit cards and secure the credit card numbers. Michael Kors, 2800 W Big Beaver, 1/20/12, 10pm: Store Manager reports that upon closing the store, she  If you suspect that you have been the conducted the normal daily check of employee’s bags. victim of credit fraud, call your credit One sales associate, a 29-year-old female from Southfield card company and have them run a was found to have a brand new pair of jeans in her bag query of your charges. that are from the Spring 2012 Collection and have not yet been released to the public. When Troy Officers arrived to  Never give your bank account investigate they found two additional stolen items in the numbers over the phone. Especially if woman’s handbag. She was arrested and charged with unsolicited! “Embezzlement.” Identity theft continues to be the Jimmy Jazz, 412 W Fourteen Mile, 1/25/12, 4:56pm: fastest growing crime in the world, and Business representative reports that the store had an the city of Troy is no exception. We inventory shortage of over 200 pairs of shoes in continually get reports of identity theft December of 2011. An investigation revealed that an and fraud on a regular basis. employee had stolen 21 cases of shoes from the store. Troy Officers were dispatched to the scene and arrested While it may not be totally avoidable, the 20 year-old male from Eastpointe for “Embezzlement detecting the early signs of identity over $20,000.” theft is one of the best ways to avoid extensive losses and damage to your Hot Topic, 360 W Fourteen Mile, 1/26/12, 4:54pm: credit history. Business representative reports that store deposits are missing for three days this month. An investigation If your wallet/purse etc. gets stolen, revealed that a store manager signed off on all three cancel all stolen credit and ATM cards deposits. A warrant is being sought for the 31-year-old immediately. female from Clarkston for “Embezzlement.” Checking your credit history regularly Macy’s 500 W Fourteen Mile, 1/26/12, 8pm: Store is a great way to keep appraised on the representative states that an employee rang up a status of your credit. customer’s purchase, however only scanned 2 of the twelve items. The store believes that they employee did Here are three sources for checking the same thing on at least one other occasion. The total your credit history: loss to the store is approximately $2,000. A warrant is being sought for the 41-year-old male from Detroit for (The titles are links to the webpages) “Embezzlement.” Equifax 1.800.525.6282

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2000 block of Lovington, 1/12/12, 3-3:30 pm: Resident TransUnion reports hearing unusual noises outside her apartment. 1.800.680.7289 When she tried to look out the peep hole of her entry door she was unable to see anything. A short time later Check out these videos from the she opened her door and discovered that there were pry Federal Trade Commission marks on the door and that someone had covered the peep hole with a small piece of paper. Two other on Identity Theft: apartments had been entered by prying open the doors. http://www.ftc.gov/multimedia/video/scam- A computer, a television, jewelry and cash were stolen. watch/fraud-inside-look.shtm

1000 block of Troywood, 1/18/12 – 1//19/12, 8:00 pm – http://www.ftc.gov/multimedia/video/identity- 12:30 pm: Complainant reports that the back door to the theft/ddd-avoid-idtheft.shtm home was either kicked in or pried open. Cash, jewelry and coins are missing from the home. ______

Larcenies Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center 1000 block of Lamb, 12/20/11 - 1/17/12, 12-6:30pm: 6685 Coolidge Highway Homeowner reports that the family suspected an in-home Troy, Mi 48098 caregiver of stealing cash from the family. On 1/17/12, 248.688.9703 when the caregiver arrived at the home, the homeowner www.troynaturesociety.org left the caregiver home with only the patient. He then quickly returned home only 5 minutes later. The caregiver was found in the homeowner’s daughter’s bedroom going TROY NATURE SOCIETY through a cash box. Money was scattered around on the TNS mission is to provide resources floor. The homeowner called Troy Police. The caregiver, a and education to inspire the 23-year-old Sterling Heights woman admitted that in the appreciation and preservation of last three weeks she has stolen cash and clothing from nature. the family. Educational nature programs are Nordstrom Rack, 822 E Big Beaver, 1/18/12, 3:30 pm: offered by the Troy Nature Society, a Complainant reports she placed her purse inside a 501(c)(3) organization whose Nordstrom shopping cart. She momentarily stepped mission is to provide resources and away from the cart to view some merchandise. When she education to inspire the appreciation got to the check-out she discovered her purse was open and preservation of nature. and her wallet containing cash, credit cards and iPhone, was missing. The complainant is visiting the United Please consider a membership or a States from Australia. donation to this worthwhile organization. 500 block of E Square Lake, 1/19/12, 9:57 am: Resident ordered a laptop computer on-line. The delivery For Upcoming programs at the company left the package on the resident’s front porch Lloyd A. Stage Nature Center on 1/19/12 at 9:47 am. When the resident returned home 6685 Coolidge Highway the package was missing. Troy, MI 48098

Apple Store, 2800 W Big Beaver, 1/18/12, 6:00 pm: Now operated by the Complainant reports that his wallet was stolen while he Troy Nature Society was at the Apple store. The complainant placed his Visit the website: wallet on a store counter and turned to speak with a www.troynaturesociety.org sales associate. When he turned back around his wallet was gone. He cancelled his credit cards and learned that or call 248.688.9703 someone had already attempted to fraudulently use two for hours, programs, special event and membership information. of the cards.

SalonCentric, 6014 Rochester, 1/21/12, 1-4pm: The Salon Manager reports that an OPI brand LED lamp was stolen from the business. The value of the lamp is $399.95. There are no suspects.

Apple, 2800 W Big Beaver, 1/23/12, 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm: A Store Employee reports that she had her cell phone in the back pocket of her pants while she waited on customers. At some point, she noticed her phone was missing. When she activated the GPS on her phone, the phone showed to be in the area of Farmington Road and I-696.

PAC Federal Credit Union, 2889 E Maple, 1/22/12, 10am: www.bgctroy.org Credit union representative report that someone cut the properties sprinkler pipes and stole the sprinkler system. 248.689.1687 Experience a World of Flavors 2000 block of Vermont, 1/25/12, 5-5:30pm: Homeowner at the PNC Bank Taste of Troy reports that a couple of her teenage son’s friends were March 4, 2012 Event to Benefit left alone in the home. When her son returned home he discovered his Play Station 3, two controllers, six games Boys & Girls Club of Troy and some cash had been stolen. Where can you find the best food in the world? At this year's PNC Taste Larcenies from Autos of Troy which features A World of Flavors. Want Italian? Crave Beaumont Health Systems, 750 Stephenson, 1/13/12, Mexican? Love Indian? Gotta get 11:00 am – 3:00 pm: Complainant reports that the some Gaelic? Hankering for some catalytic converter was stolen from her Pontiac Aztek. ribs and prime beef? All those flavors and more will be at the PNC Bank St Joseph Church, 2442 E Big Beaver, 1/15/12, 11am - Taste of Troy benefit for the Boys & 12pm: Complainant reports that someone pried the Girls Club of Troy on Sunday, March 4 window trim on her locked vehicle and stole a purse and from 1-4 pm at the San Marino Club, a backpack that had been left inside. 1685 E. Big Beaver Road. Advance tickets sell for $40 and can be ordered SkateWorld, 2825 E Maple, 1/15/12, 7:45 pm – 8:49 pm: by calling the Boys & Girls Club of Complainant states that when she was done skating she Troy at 248.689.1687. Tickets discovered that she had received a voice message on purchased at the event are $50. her cell phone advising her of suspicious activity on her VISA card. She went out to her car and discovered the “Thanks to the San Marino Club, front passenger window had been broken out and that attendees will enjoy food from around the purse she had left under the driver’s seat had been the world right here in Troy,” said stolen. Someone had attempted to use the credit card at Steve Toth, Executive Director of the four different gas stations in Detroit. All four Boys & Girls Club of Troy. “If you transactions were denied. The stolen purse contained crave it, our favorite local restaurants the complainant’s personal checks, credit cards and will serve it. What could be more fun identification. than savoring delicious cuisine from around the world, enjoying great 750 Stephenson, 1/13/12, 7:15am-11:30am: Complainant entertainment from Big Will and the reports that the catalytic converter was stolen from her 360 Degrees Band, a live and silent Honda Element. auction with spectacular items, while raising money for a great cause, the 2000 block of Continental, 1/15/12 - 1/16/12, 5pm-7am: Boys & Girls Club?” Proceeds from Complainant reports someone entered his unlocked the event will help the organization vehicle and stole a circular saw, a compressor and a provide a safe place for 1,200 young miter box. The complainant reports he is unable to lock people to interact, learn, grow and his van due to the lock being damaged during a previous develop into contributing members of incident. this community.

2000 block of Shelley, 1/17/12, 1am-6am: Complainant Food connoisseurs will enjoy the fare reports someone stole a large bag of returnable bottles from more than 30 premier restaurant and cans from his unlocked minivan. On 1/16/12, at and food establishments, including: approximately 4:30 pm the complainant noticed two Achatz Handmade Pie Company, Brio white male teens looking into his vehicle. At that time the Tuscan Grille, Cedar Grille, Crumpets teens did not enter the vehicle and were last seen Restaurant at Somerset Inn, Dickey’s walking away from the area. Barbeque Pit, Edible Arrangements, Franco’s Gaelic & Garlic, Grand Oakland Mall, 412 W Fourteen Mile, 1/19/12, 7pm-9pm: Traverse Pie Company, Kalamata Complainant reports that prescription medication was Greek Café, Kim’s Restaurant, Kona stolen from his unlocked vehicle while it was parked in Grill, La Marsa, Loccino’s Italian Grill, the Oakland Mall lot. Maggiano’s Little Italy, McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood, The Melting Pot 2000 block of Dorchester, 1/20/12, 12:15pm-5pm: Vehicle of Troy, Morton’s THE Steakhouse, owner reports that the catalytic converter was stolen Noodles & Company, Ocean Prime, from his Oldsmobile. Orchid Café - Fine Thai Cuisine, P.F. Chang’s China Bistro, Papa Vino’s Troy Gymnastics, 1600 W Maple, 1/21/12, 4:45-6:10pm: Italian Kitchen, Priya Indian Cuisine, Complainant reports that the rear passenger window of Qdoba Mexican Grill, Ridley’s Bakery her car was shattered and her purse was stolen. She had Café & Catering, Ruth’s Chris Steak left her purse under the passenger seat. The purse House, Salsarita’s of Troy, Shield’s of contained her wallet with identification, credit cards, and Troy, Slab ‘N Slice, TGI Friday’s Troy, cash. Tim Hortons, and Tre Monti Ristorante. 500 block of Lyons, 1/20/12 – 1/21/12, 4:48 am: A Troy Officer on routine patrol observed a vehicle parked in the In addition to mouth-watering food street that had a smashed rear driver’s side window. The sampling, attendees can bid on gift vehicle owner was contacted and it was determined that baskets, spa, hotel and restaurant gift a Sony camera, an Apple Ipod, a pair of running shoes, a certificates in the silent auction, enjoy gym bag/clothing, a Garmin GPS and other items had music and be a part of the live auction been stolen from the vehicle. with WDIV TV 4 Meteorologist Andrew Humphrey. 1000 block of Joshua, 1/23/12 – 1/24/12, 6pm-10:30am: Vehicle owner reports that a pair of sunglasses, a phone Participating restaurants compete for charger and bag of loose change was stolen from his awards including Critics’ Choice and unlocked car while it was parked in the driveway. People’s Choice. This is a special year, the 20th anniversary of this 1000 block of Country, 1/24/12, 12:30am-6:30am: successful fundraiser. PNC Bank will Homeowner reports that an aftermarket Kenwood in- receive recognition by the Club for dash radio was stolen from his car while it was parked in serving as Naming Sponsor. the driveway. There were no signs of forced entry to the Additional sponsors include: vehicle. Corporate Sponsor HAP; Café Sponsors: Genisys Credit Union, 6000 block of Granger, 1/23/12-1/24/12, 9:30pm-7:45 am: Hartland Insurance, HMS Complainant reports 2 pairs of sunglasses, ten CD’s, a Manufacturing, Kiwanis Club of Troy, phone charger and some loose change were stolen from Meritor, and Mike Savoie Chevrolet. her unlocked vehicle while it was parked in driveway overnight. The Boys & Girls Club of Troy at 3670 John R, is a non-profit youth 2000 block of Crooks, 1/25/12, 2:10-4pm: Complainant development organization that reports that the catalytic converter was stolen from her provides nationally recognized Chevrolet Cavalier. educational and recreational activities to more than 1,200 children, ages 6 to LA Fitness, 710 E Big Beaver, 1/25/12, 8:16 pm: 18, in Oakland and Macomb counties. Complainant reports that the rear driver’s side window of The Club’s positive environment his car was smashed. Nothing had been stolen from the enables members to become vehicle. While officers were on the scene, two other responsible, self-reliant, caring adults. vehicles were found that had smashed windows. One vehicle owner discovered a laptop computer had been For more information, tickets or stolen from his vehicle. Nothing appeared to have been sponsorship opportunities, contact taken from the third car. the Boys & Girls Club of Troy at 248.689.1687.

Malicious Destruction of Property

1000 block Of Crestline, 1/13/12 – 1/14/12, 11pm-7am: ______Vehicle owner reports that while his car was parked in the driveway overnight someone broke the antenna, scratched the passenger rear quarter panel and put white caulk in the passenger side door jamb. There are no suspects.

500 block of Millstone, 1/16/12, 12:30am-5am: The Troy Community Coalition is a Complainant reports that his mailbox was pulled off its non-profit organization dedicated to post; his house and the trees in the yard were toilet improving the quality of life for all who papered and several eggs were thrown at the home. live or work in Troy, by promoting a There are no suspects. lifestyle free from the abuse of alcohol and drugs. 2000 block of Charnwood, 1/16/12, 2pm: Resident reports that he saw a SUV drive across his front lawn and onto a Please feel free to contact any staff private drive leading to a small lake. The vehicle drove member for additional information or across his front lawn to circumvent the private drives contact our office at 248.823.5088 locked gate. The resident said this has happened several Troy Community Coalition 4420 times recently resulting in damage to his lawn. He was Livernois Rd. Troy, MI 48098 able record the license plate on the vehicle. Troy Officers tracked down the driver of the SUV and learned he had www.troycoalition.com driven over the lawn to get down to the lake and “do some ice-fishing.” The 18-year-old Rochester Hills man was issued a citation for “Malicious Destruction of Turf or Shrubs.” PARENTS… Some say 750 W Maple, 1/26/12, 9:40 pm-11:59 pm: Business “They’re going to do it anyway.” supervisor reports that two employees had all four tires Really? on their cars slashed. The harder we make it for them to drink, the less likely they will drink. 2000 block of Dorchester, 1/25/12, 11pm-6am: A resident  Talk about it. in the apartment building reported that the main door into the building had been kicked in overnight. There are no It’s 10 o’clock. suspects. Do you know where your child is? Do you know what your child is drinking?  Talk about it. Neighbor Troubles We have tough decisions to make. Troy Officers responded to 1 incident involving a Here is an easy one. neighbor trouble in which there was no reason for formal Say “NO” to alcohol use. enforcement action. NOT at home, NOT at a party, NOT until 21. It’s the law.  Talk about it.

Phone Calls/Harassment/Threats Troy Community Coalition for the Prevention of Drug and Alcohol Abuse Three harassing or threatening telephone call/text www.troycoalition.com message reports One Harassment Report ______

Retail Fraud __._,_.

Macy’s, 2750 W Big Beaver, 1/13/12, 2:09 pm: A 19-year- old Oak Park man was arrested for “Retail Fraud III” after stealing a t-shirt, a pair of pants and a pair of boxers, totaling $129.98. Group Mission: Kohl’s, 1265 Coolidge, 1/13/12, 5:23 pm: A 15-year-old male from Oak Park was arrested and charged with Prevention of “Retail Fraud III” after stealing a pair of earrings, an Ipod juvenile delinquency and neglect cord and a wallet, totaling $123.99. through citizen involvement and volunteer activities. Nordstrom, 2850 W Big Beaver, 1/13/12, 8:23 pm: A 19- www.troyyouthassistance.org year-old male from Detroit was arrested for “Retail 248.823.5095 Fraud II” and “Hinder and Obstruct a Police Officer” after stealing three shirts, totaling $750 and then Troy Youth Assistance is committed to providing police officers with a fake name. strengthening youth and families by preventing and reducing juvenile Gucci, 2801 W Big Beaver, 1/13/12, 6:45 pm: Loss delinquency, child neglect and child Prevention reports a man concealed a white track abuse through community involvement. jacket, priced at $690 in his pants and exited the store without paying for the merchandise. Troy Youth Assistance is sponsored by the Oakland County Circuit Court- Macy’s, 500 W Fourteen, 1/13/12, 8:30 pm: A 22-year-old Family Division, the City of Troy and male from Warren was arrested for “Retail Fraud III” the Troy School District with major after stealing a $49.50 hat. funding through the Oakland County Board of Commissioners. Gucci, 2801 W Big Beaver, 1/14/12, 5:41 pm: Loss Prevention reports a woman stole a $4300 leather coat. ______She is described as a white female, 25 to 30-years-old, 5’9’’ tall with a medium build and long dark hair. She Troy Youth Assistance Office, was wearing a black sweatshirt, and dark pants and 4420 Livernois Troy, MI 48098. shoes. ______

Saks Fifth Avenue, 1/14/12, 7:03 pm: Loss Prevention reports a man grabbed eight belts off of a rack and ran ______out of the store. The total value of the belts is $2200. The suspect is described as a black male, 16 to 20- years-old, with cornrows. He was wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black jeans and beige boots.

Gucci, 2801 W Big Beaver, 1/15/12, 1:00 pm: Loss Prevention reports a man entered the store, selected a belt and placed the belt around his waist. The man exited the store without paying for the $295 belt. Later, the security sensor that had been on the belt was found in a pair of shoes the man had been looking at. The suspect is described as a black male, in his late Troy People Concerned (TPC) is a twenties, 6’1’’ tall with a thin build. service organization supporting Troy residents in times of need with Sears, 300 W Fourteen Mile, 1/16/12, 3:30 pm: A 16-year- assistance, information and referrals. old female from Hazel Park and a 17-year-old female from Belleville were arrested for “Retail Fraud III” after During these tough economic times, stealing three bottles of cologne and a bracelet - total Troy People Concerned helps Troy value of $103.98. residents who find themselves in crisis situations through job loss, illnesses, Kohl’s, 1265 Coolidge, 1/17/12, 4:55 pm: A 20-year-old or various other dire situations. female and a 21-year-old female, both from Berkley, Assistance comes in the form of were arrested for “Retail Fraud III” after stealing financial help for utilities and house cologne, mascara, a bracelet, a pair of pants, and a payments or rent; transportation to brassiere - total value of $123.50. medical appointments; referrals to food and clothing pantries; and Old Navy, 1221 Coolidge, 1/17/12, 7:06 pm: Store referrals to organizations and agencies employee reports a woman concealed a t-shirt inside of that assist with job placement or job a brown shopping bag and exited the store without training. paying for the item. When the employee confronted and identified himself to the woman, the employee also Troy People Concerned relies solely asked the woman to return to the store. The woman on donations from individuals, local ignored him and walked away. The suspect is described houses of worship, civic groups and as a black female, approximately 25-years-old, 5’7’’ tall businesses for its support. If you are and 250 pounds, with shoulder length hair. She was interested in helping TPC, please mail wearing a black wool coat, black pants and brown donations to Troy People Concerned, boots. 2045 Austin, Troy MI 48083. If you are interested in becoming a volunteer Somerset Collection, 1/18/12, 4:45 - 5:15 pm: Two adult driver or adding your name to the list females, one adult male and one juvenile female, all of people who provide leaf raking and from Toledo, Ohio were arrested for “Retail Fraud III” yard clean up to Troy senior citizens, after stealing merchandise from Abercrombie and Fitch, please call 248.528.9199. Hollister, North Face, and Victoria’s Secret. Troy People Concerned…connects the JCPenney, 700 W Fourteen Mile, 1/19/12, 3:53 pm: A 35- community to provide a helping hand year-old male from Troy was arrested for “Retail Fraud in times of need. II” after stealing 4 sweaters with a total value of $225. ______

JCPenney, 700 E Fourteen Mile, 1/20/12, 6:09 pm: A 20- year-old female from Sterling Heights stole a pair of TPC Annual Spring Pasta Dinner sunglasses, 3 pairs of socks, 2 bracelets and 2 necklaces from the store. She concealed several of the Thursday, April 26 from 4-8 pm stolen items in the stroller she was pushing her 1-year- San Marino Club, 1685 E. Big old daughter in. The woman was issued a citation for Beaver “Retail Fraud III.” Call 248.528.9199 $8 adults/$5 for kids under 12 Sears, 300 W Fourteen Mile, 1/20/12, 7:22 pm: Troy ______Officers were dispatched to the store on a report that

Loss Prevention was chasing a retail fraud suspect who The Troy Community Chorus is looking had fled on foot. The suspect was seen entering a movie for people who like to sing. No audition theatre in Madison Heights. The 47-year-old male from required to participate in the full Detroit was found in the theatre and arrested for “Retail Chorus. Interested individuals need Fraud III.” He had stolen a pair of winter boots – valued not be a Troy resident. Rehearsals on at $105. The man was wearing the boots when arrested. Tuesdays at Troy Athens High School, room 1620, 4333 John R Road (1/2 mile Walmart, 2001 W Maple, 1/21/12, 5:07 pm: A 22-year-old north of Wattles). The Troy Community male from Clawson was issued a citation for “Retail Chorus has been providing musical Fraud III” after stealing a pellet gun, with a value of entertainment for over 30 years. For $69.87. more information, please contact Shirley Darge at 248.879.0138 or visit Macy’s, 500 W Fourteen Mile, 1/21/12, 7:51 pm: A 15- the Troy Community Chorus website: year-old male from Detroit was arrested after stealing a www.troycommunitychorus.org pair of jeans and a fleece jacket with a total value of $229. He was charged with “Retail Fraud II.”

Sears, 300 W Fourteen Mile, 1/22/12, 12:00 pm: Loss Prevention reports observing a woman selecting a hat, which she placed on her head. The woman then The Benevolent Association of proceeded to the woman’s department where she AFSCME Local 574 is comprised of selected a pair of socks. She took off her boots, put the socks on her feet and put her boots back on. In the members and friends of American jewelry department she picked out two rings, which she Federation of State, County and removed from their boxes and put on her fingers. The 41- Municipal Employees, Local 574, which year-old female from Detroit was arrested as she exited is one of the collective bargaining units the store. She was charged with “Retail Fraud II.” The with the City of Troy. These members total value of the merchandise stolen was $161.96. work in these various departments

th within the City: Parks and Recreation, Sak’s 5 Avenue, 2901 W Big Beaver, 1/22/12, 1:00 pm: A Store Employee reports two men entered the Louis Water and Sewer, Streets and Drains, Vuitton department of the store and then left. At Fleet Maintenance and Engineering. approximately 1:00 pm the men returned to the store. One of the men selected an $850 woman’s purse and AFSCME Local 574, represents placed it in a plastic bag. The employee approached the employees in Troy, Clawson, Rochester men and asked if she could help them. In a low voice, & Huntington Woods, and has one of the men stated twice that the other one was taking the purse. When the employee moved toward the store established the charitable organization phone the man moved with her, causing her to move to, among other benevolent causes, away from the phone. The man stayed with the employee fund a scholarship program for until the suspect with the stolen purse exited the store. students in those communities. The first suspect is described as a black male in his thirties, 5’11’’ tall, with a heavy build. He was wearing a dark leather jacket and dark jeans. The second suspect ______was also a black male in his thirties, 5’11’’ tall, with a heavy build. He was wearing a white skull cap, a fur The Troy Foundation awards an jacket and dark jeans. average of $50,000 each year in educational grants for teachers and Saks Fifth Avenue, 2901 W Big Beaver, 1/22/12, 3:24 pm: students in the school district. There A 23-year-old male from Detroit selected a Gucci hat, are openings for golfers and stuffed the hat in his pants and exited the store. He was opportunities for sponsorship. Visit arrested for “Retail Fraud II.” The hat has a value of $250. www.troyfoundation.org/ for more information on how to become a part Kroger, 3125 John R, 1/22/12, 3:55 pm: A Store of the activity. Employee reports observing a woman push a full size cart filled completely with merchandise out of the store The mission of the Troy Foundation is without paying for the items. The woman exited the store to strengthen the educational though the doors near the produce section, bypassing experience of Troy School District the cash registers. None of the items in the woman’s cart Students by funding innovative were in bags. Two store employees chased the woman learning opportunities, entirely into the parking lot where they confronted her. The through private support. Proceeds woman stated something to the effect that she wasn’t support educational programs, doing anything wrong. She loaded the merchandise into enhance student development and the trunk of her car and drove off. The stolen encourage creative teaching in the merchandise included 5 cases of beer, 3 bottles of Troy School District. laundry detergent, paper towel and toilet paper. The total value of the items that the store was able to determine The Troy Foundation for Educational were stolen is $200.36. The suspect is described as a Excellence is a non-profit 501(c) (3) black female, approximately 45-years-old, 5’10’’ tall, and organization. Contributions are tax- 180 pounds. She was wearing a dark colored headband deductible to the extent allowed by and dark color coat. law.

JCPenney, 700 W Fourteen Mile, 1/23/12, 2:45 pm: A 23- ______year-old female from Sterling Heights was arrested for “Retail Fraud II” after stealing 2 Nike jackets and 4 pair of Nike running pants. The total value of the stolen merchandise was $243.00

Sears, 300 W Fourteen Mile, 1/23/12, 4:34 pm: A 17-year- old male from Pontiac was arrested for “Retail Fraud III” after stealing a Levi belt.

Walmart, 2001 W Maple, 1/23/12, 7:45 pm: A 37-year-old female from Clawson was arrested for “Retail Fraud III” www.troychamber.com after stealing 7 items of merchandise. A family friend On a bi-monthly basis, the Troy Chamber sends came to the store and picked up the woman’s son who out an e-newsletter geared toward area was with her at the time of the theft. residents. Each issue contains discounts and events being offered by local businesses. To receive it, e-mail: [email protected] Saks Fifth Avenue, 2901 W Big Beaver, 1/23/12, 7:01 pm: A 26-year-old male was arrested for “Retail Fraud III” after stealing a $144.99 pair of True Religion jeans. The man went into a fitting room and put the jeans on under his own clothing. He then walked out of the store without paying for the clothing.

Sunglass Hut, 2800 W Big Beaver, 1/24/12, 1:13 pm: Troy Officers were dispatched after receiving a report of a possible retail fraud. Sunglass Hut reported that after a man left the store they discovered two pairs of sunglasses missing. Troy Officers spoke with the suspect who stated that the only glasses he had were his own. At the same time, Troy Police Communications received a report that AuCourant at 2801 W Big Beaver was missing two pairs of eyeglasses with a value of When searching for products and/or services for $1650. Troy Officers searched the suspect and found 5 your home or office, Choose Troy businesses first! pairs of eyeglasses hidden in his sleeve. Two pairs were stolen from Sunglass Hut and had a value of $289.90. http://www.troychamber.com/business.aspx The glasses from AuCourant were recovered as well as a pair of Prada glasses stolen from Lens Crafters at 2800 W Big Beaver. The Prada glasses have a value $335. The suspect, a 49-year-old male from Detroit, was arrested for “Retail Fraud I.”

Home Goods, 600 John R, 1/24/12, 3:57 pm: A 69-year- old female from Warren was arrested for “Retail Fraud II” after stealing 6 items of merchandise. She has one prior “Retail Fraud” conviction. Home Goods Loss Prevention states they had previously stopped the woman for shoplifting but had released her without prosecuting.

Sears, 300 W Fourteen Mile, 1/24/12, 7:58 pm: Loss Prevention reports a man entered the store, stole a watch and then attempted to return the watch to the store. A refund was denied. The man went to the children’s section where he made a purchase. He then stole items in the children’s section, stole the watch he had attempted to refund and stole a pair of boots. The 31-year-old from Madison Heights was arrested for

“Retail Fraud III” after stealing a total of $149.97 worth of merchandise.

Kroger, 1237 Coolidge, 1/26/12, 7:14 pm: Troy Police received a report of three men fighting outside the store. When officers arrived they determined that Loss Prevention had been struggling with a shoplifter that was attempting to escape apprehension. Loss Prevention reports that one Loss Prevention Officer had stopped a man that had pushed a cart full of merchandise out of the store without paying for the items. The cart contained Red Bull energy drinks, diapers and meat products with a total value of $321.88. When the Loss Prevention Officer approached the man and identified himself, the suspect charged him and knocked him to the ground. When a second Loss Prevention Officer arrived they were able to subdue and handcuff the suspect. The 52-year-old homeless male was charged with “Retail Fraud I” and “Assault and Battery.” He has an extensive criminal history.

Robberies

Red Roof Inn, 2350 Rochester Ct, 1/22/12, 6:49 pm: Afternoon lobby clerk reports an approximately 20-year- old black male suspect wearing a black coat, black/blue pants, black ski mask and black gloves entered the lobby and pointed a dark colored handgun at her and demanded money. The clerk provided the suspect with money from the cash drawer and then the suspect took the cash drawer, cell phone of the clerk, and the clerk’s laptop. Suspect then exited and fled in a white 4-door sedan which was parked in the handicap space. Similar armed robberies have occurred recently in the Metro- Detroit area and intelligence was developed of a possible suspect. On 1/23/2012 Southfield Police Investigators engaged in a car chase with the suspect, who was in a stolen vehicle. The suspect eventually crashed in Detroit. The suspect then fled on foot and a Southfield officer eventually shot the suspect in the buttocks. Suspect was arrested and transported to an area hospital in which he is expected to make a full recovery. Evidence from the Red Roof robbery was recovered from the suspect’s residence. The shooting is being investigated by Detroit Police Department.

Suspicious Incidents

1000 block of Atlas, 1/13/12, 6:45am-3:50pm: Resident reports that in the morning she noticed fresh footprints in the snow near the gate that leads to her backyard. When she arrived home from work she noticed additional footprints leading to the pedestrian garage door. Later the same afternoon the resident discovered the garage door standing open. It does not appear anything was stolen.

Vandalism

1000 block of E Long Lake, 1/21/12-1/24/12: Homeowner reports that the home was “paint-balled.” There are no suspects.

Welfare Checks

Troy Officers responded to seven incident(s) involving a person(s) with emotional or psychological issues and assisted with transport to a hospital for evaluation and possible commitment.

Miscellaneous

I-75 & Rochester, 1/15/12, 6:56 pm: Troy Officers were dispatched on report of an unoccupied vehicle abandoned in the center lane of the northbound I-75 exit ramp to Rochester Road. When officer’s located the vehicle, they discovered that the vehicle had been reported stolen in a neighboring jurisdiction on 1/13/12. The vehicle was impounded and the jurisdiction where the vehicle had been stolen was notified.

Shield’s, 1476 W Maple, 1/13/12, 11:00 pm: Employee reports a man came into the restaurant and ordered food and drinks. The man went outside to smoke while the employee followed him; because she recognized him from the two previous times he ordered, ate and left without paying. The man stated he was going to his car to get his credit card and the employee went back inside. The man came back into the restaurant but still left without paying his bill. A restaurant customer was able to record the license plate number from the suspect’s vehicle. Investigation continues.

Somerset Collection, 2800 W Big Beaver, 1/16/12, 4:10 pm: Troy Officers were flagged down by a citizen reporting a small child left alone in a parked car. Officers located the vehicle and found a toddler sleeping in a car seat. The child’s mother, a 29-year-old Auburn Hills resident, returned to the car 20 minutes later. The child was unharmed and the mother was cautioned that the child should never be left alone in the car. The matter was referred to Child Protective Services.

VHA Phone Store, 2071 E Maple, 1/20/12, 10:04 am: The Store Owner reports that a customer paid for a purchase with a $100 bill that appeared to be counterfeit. The customer stated he had received the bill in Pontiac and did not know it was counterfeit. He paid for the purchase with other funds. The counterfeit bill is being turned over to the United States Secret Service.

1/24/12, 3:17 till 5:00 pm: All available Troy Officers from two shifts and the Traffic Safety Unit responded to a local business on report of a possible kidnapping involving a minor. An extensive investigation followed and the complaint was determined to be false.

Wattles & Coolidge, 1/20/12, 6:28 pm: Troy Officers were dispatched to the area after a citizen reported a possible drunk driver that was bouncing off curbs and had almost hit another vehicle head on. Troy Officers located the vehicle and as they attempted a stop, the vehicle crossed all the lanes of traffic and nearly hit another car head on. Officers stopped the vehicle and located fresh accident damage. An investigation revealed the driver had struck a tree in the median on Coolidge. The 54-year- old male from Troy was not intoxicated. He explained that his cars heater was broken and he was unable to see out of his windshield but drove anyway. He was cited for “Reckless Driving.” His vehicle was impounded.

Arrest Summary

In addition to those outlined above, the following arrests were made during the period: TROY RESIDENTS AND One Arrest for Domestic Assault BUSINESSES: One Arrest for Domestic Assault & Battery Six Arrests for Driving While License Suspended Do you want to receive future Troy One Felony Warrant arrests Police Crime Alert Emails? 18 Misdemeanor Warrant Arrests One Arrest for Drivers License Never Acquired Email your name, address, phone One Arrest for Driving While License Suspended and number, & email address to: Five Felony Warrants One Arrest for Suspended Drivers License, [email protected] Expired License Plate, No Insurance and Five misdemeanor warrants Archives of crime alert

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City of Troy Remains the Safest City in Michigan

On December 8, 2011, CQ Press released City Crime Rankings 2011-2012: Crime in Metropolitan America. CQ Press uses six crime categories to establish crime rate rankings for all cities with a population of at least 75,000 that report crime data to the FBI. The crime categories include: murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary and motor vehicle theft. The rankings in the CQ report are based upon data reported to the FBI for 2010.

According to the CQ report, Troy has the lowest crime rate ranking in Michigan for cities with a population of 75,000 or more. Nationwide, Troy ranked 19th for cities with a population of 75,000 or more. Troy was ranked as the safest city in Michigan 10 of the last 14 ranking periods, including the current one. Troy has achieved “Safest City” rankings as high as 5th and 6th in the United States, in 2006 and 2005, respectively. In fact, in other than 2009, when it ranked 38th overall, Troy has consistently ranked among the top 25 safest cities in the United States with populations over 75,000 since 1998.

The crime categories used by the CQ Press include all FBI Part 1 crimes, except larceny and arson. The FBI defines Part I crimes as the more serious crimes that occur in a community.

The number of Part 1 crimes reported to the Troy Police Department from 2000 through 2010 are as follows:

2000: 2387 2004: 1979 2008: 1950 2001: 2316 2005: 2044 2009: 1957 2002: 2061 2006: 2090 2010: 1783 2003: 2107 2007: 1971

Incidents of violent crime, which include murder, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, are extremely low. In 2010, there were only 53 violent crimes reported to the Troy Police Department, which represents less than 3.0% of the total Part 1 crime in Troy.

Murder: 1 Rapes: 10 Robberies: 9 Aggravated Assault: 33

It should be noted that although 10 acts of criminal sexual conduct that occurred in Troy are classified as “rapes” in the FBI statistics, these types of assaults in Troy do not usually involve a victim being attacked by a stranger. There were no forcible rapes involving a stranger assaulting an unknown victim in 2010. Acts of criminal sexual conduct in Troy generally relate to incidents where one of the actors is a minor, complaints where incest or molestation by family members are alleged, or complaints of non-consensual acts between individuals who are acquainted with one another.

The Troy Police Department responded to a total of 35,018 incidents of all types in 2010. The Troy Dispatch center received approximately 173,000 incoming telephone calls in 2010, of which 40,335 were 911 calls. The department hosted 236 crime prevention and other safety programs in 2010, which were attended by 14,632 citizens. Additional workload statistics for 2010 are noted below:

Arrests: 2,520 (393 drunk driving) Criminal Cases Investigated: 2173 Traffic Crashes: 3,367 Traffic Citations: 12,164 (8,723 crash causing hazardous violations)

This “Safest City” ranking represents an ongoing and significant achievement not only for the Troy Police Department, but for the community in general. It is a tribute to the residents; an excellent school system; strong prevention programs such as those provided by the Troy Community Coalition, Boys and Girls Club, Troy Youth Assistance, and many others; an effective District Court; and an active business community. The current ranking for the lowest crime rate in Michigan, reinforces the high quality of life that is offered in Troy. The Troy Police Department is dedicated to continuing to work with the community we serve, as well as City Management and City Government to assure this city remains a safe and attractive place to live, raise families, work, and recreate.

In commenting on the latest ranking, Troy Police Chief Gary Mayer spoke about the dedication and quality of the employees of the Troy Police Department. He noted the commitment to public safety this community has consistently sought to maintain. He pointed out the significant number of community volunteers that have come forward to act as our eyes and ears in conjunction with the “Citizens on Patrol Program,” which was formed in the face of recent staffing cuts. The Chief stated, “The Troy Police Department is made up of professional men and women who work hard to identify and solve problems. They, like so many in our community, have had to work through some significant challenges in terms of the current economic climate. They have been called upon to make sacrifices, yet they continue to provide this community with a level of law enforcement service that I am convinced is second to none. We have become a smaller, but more streamlined organization. We value the resources we have been provided and are dedicated to utilizing those resources to deliver the best law enforcement service possible.”

City Manager Mr. John Szerlag also reinforced these latest rankings as a significant accomplishment. Mr. Szerlag stated, “The community has consistently identified public safety as a priority. The on-going economic challenges required significant cost cutting efforts in every area of service delivery, including public safety. Nonetheless, we have worked hard to keep Troy safe. This latest ranking reinforces those efforts. It further underscores the excellence and professionalism of the City’s employees who remain dedicated to preserving a high quality of life in this community. Our challenge is to maintain this record of excellence in the face of shrinking resources. If we can accomplish that, I am confident we will remain one of the premier places to live and do business not only in Southeast Michigan, but in the entire nation.”

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City of Troy Residents will need to call Oakland County Animal Control for all of their animal control needs @ 248.391.4102.

But dog owners in the City of Troy may purchase Dog Licenses at the Police Records Public Counter. Hours: Mon-Thursday 8am-4:30pm. Questions: 248.524.3437.

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City of Troy Meets the New State Standards for Accountability and Transparency

The City of Troy has a long history of fiscal transparency, evidenced by the information contained on its comprehensive website, its community conversations and best practices of cost reduction and fiscal responsibility. City Management engaged in a massive restructuring initiative to take control of its future to assure that Troy would deliver municipal services in the most cost efficient and effective manner.

When the State of Michigan introduced the Economic Vitality Incentive Program (EVIP), it was easily determined that Troy could meet the new state standards. The Performance Dashboards proposed by Governor Rick Snyder would include those financial and operating measures that are most important to the government and its citizens. The Dashboards provide a quick assessment of a community’s performance in five key areas that affect families today: economic strength; health and education; value for government; quality of life; and public safety.

“Troy has always been a very lean operation with a history of being fiscally responsible,” City Manager John Szerlag said. “This Dashboard gives us one more way to provide transparency, accountability and a comparative analysis to our citizens. For more than 15 years, the City of Troy has worked to put best practices in place including engaging in a massive restructuring initiative during these tough times as well as many public and private partnerships.”

Troy’s Dashboard, along with providing the State’s mandatory requirements, which also include the Popular Annual Financial Report, also contains additional information such as its Best Practices Report and the Three Year Budget (2011/12 – 2013/14).

Residents can visit the City of Troy website at http://troymi.gov/dashboard to monitor trends and obtain detailed information.

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Troy Police Department Pistol Team Wins 9th Consecutive State Governor’s Cup

The Troy Police Pistol Team competed in the state match pitting police departments against each other in a test of pistol shooting accuracy and for the 9th consecutive year won first place. The team took home the Governor’s Cup with a 5 person score of 1305 (out of a possible 1500 points). This score also included 13 direct hits on the center “x.” The match was held at RV Grey Pistol Range in Jackson, Michigan on September 9, 2011 and the Troy team competed in the highest classification for comparative size departments-Class “A.” All teams had to contend with a heavy rainfall that made the shooting more difficult, though it did not stop the Troy team’s ability to garner their 9th consecutive title. The members of the team included: Sergeants Robert Wolfe and Frank Nastasi; Officers Milton Stansbury, Russell Bragg, Craig Fitzpatrick, Antonio Cascioli, Greg Stopczynski, and Peter Minton.

Discontinuation and Transfer of Animal Control Services

The Troy City Council Approved the transfer of the Troy Police Department “Animal Control Service” to the Oakland County Animal Control Services at the City Council meeting on Monday March 28, 2011.

City of Troy Residents will need to call Oakland County Animal Control for all of their animal control needs @ 248.391.4102. But dog owners in the City of Troy may purchase Dog Licenses at the Police Records Public Counter. Hours are Mon-Thurs 8am-4:30pm. Questions, please call: 248-524-3437.

Their web site: http://www.oakgov.com/petadoption/animal_control/

Oakland County Animal Control Services will responsible for the following:

 Respond to and investigate animal bites on any animal that may carry rabies.  Respond 24/7 to calls involving animals that put the public at risk.  Sell, process, and record the licensing of dogs.  Impoundment, care for, and attempt to reunite stray dogs.  Annual dog census.  Investigations of reported animal cruelty.  Support and administration for shelter operations and enforcement.  Enforce the Dangerous Dog Act, including any vicious animals.  Investigate and enforce multiple animal control law violations to include: wolf/dog breeding, ban on large carnivores, dog fighting, and suspected rabies cases.  Sick and injured animals with the potential of rabies causing hazard to the public.  Any wild animal in a residence living area, and a public hazard to the community.  Animals running at large, other than cats.  Found animals, other than cats which must be dropped off at the county facility.  Welfare checks on animals left in vehicles. (Cruelty)  Respond to assist police where animals are involved. (Arrest’s, drug raids, etc.)  Investigate and prosecute Dog Fighting Charges.  Investigate suspected rabies in domestic and wild animals.  Inspection and issuance of licenses to Kennels within Oakland County.

Oakland County Animal Control Services will not respond to the following (and neither will the Troy Police Department):

 Pick up stray and or nuisance cats, provide cat impoundment, or return cat’s to owners.  Noise/barking dog complaints.  Number of dogs allowed in residence.  Disturbance of birds and bird nest.  Permits for domestic livestock or dangerous animals.  Coyote complaints (DNR matter)  Geese problems (DNR matter)  Pick up injured wildlife and transport to wildlife or sanctuary.  Annually inspect kennel facilities, unless claim of cruelty.  Pet shop inspections, unless cruelty.  Tethering, unless claim of cruelty.  Feeding waterfowl.  Hunting and trapping of animal violations, unless cruelty.  Delivery of rabies specimens to Lansing for testing.  Provide shelter quarantine of attack animals.  Euthanasia of sick or ill-tempered animals for residents.  All animal give-ups must be taken to the county facility. (costs incurred by resident)  Picking up of dead animal carcasses on roadway.

Troy DPW will pick up dead animals on the roadways. Dead animals on Private Property will be the private property owner’s responsibility.

The Troy Police Department will respond to emergency calls concerning dangerous animals, such as a dog attacking a person. ______

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