Crime & Safety

University Park Police Blotter: Thefts from Autos Still Prevalent in July

Police Chief Michael Wynnyk said Monday night that thefts from autos were the most common crime in town.

University Park Police Chief Michael Wynnyk updated mayor and council on crime in town during the month of July.

The most notable incident involved suspects whol stole 17 Apple computers from University Park Elementary School on July 27, however, every other incident in town was a theft from auto.

Wynnyk reminded residents to lock their cars as many of the suspects literally open unlocked doors and took items.

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Here's the breakdown of incidents:

Type of Crime Date Location Ward Description Theft from Auto July 17 4400 block Sheridan Street 1 Suspects stole tool bag Theft from Auto July 17 6400 block of 40th Avenue 2 Suspects took a phone charger cord Breaking and Entering July 27 University Park Elementary School 4 Suspects took 17 computers Theft from Auto July 3 4300 block of Clagett Road 5 Suspects stole a wallet with cash Theft from Auto July 3 4100 block of Clagett Road 5 Suspects stole GPS unit and cell phone Theft from Auto July 4 4300 block of Clagett Road 5 Suspects stole two pairs of sunglasses Theft from Auto July 27 4400 block of Beechwood Road 5 Suspects stole iPhone Theft from Auto July 27 4000 block of Beechwood Road 6 Suspects stole Coach purse with cash and credit cards Theft from Auto July 20 6900 block of Wells Parkway 7 Suspects stole briefcase, wallet, laptop, GPS unit and cash

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