RFCOP Crime Update Week of August 20th - 26th

B.C.P.D. Precinct # 6 - Crime Blotter

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Nothing new since the previous weeks email, if anything shows up later this week we will distribute another email.

 

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2.00 Miles around 222 Dumbarton Road –

Week of Aug 20-26, 2012

Case #                Crime                                          Date     Time                Address

122361012      Theft from Motor Vehicle    8/23    3:15 pm           3xx Murdock Road

122330283      Theft from Motor Vehicle    8/20    8:46 am           xx Murdock Road

122340617      Theft from Motor Vehicle    8/21    10:48 am         xx Dunkirk Road

122351423      Theft from Motor Vehicle    8/22    5:55 pm           67xx York Road

122350383      Destruction of Property       8/22    8:12 am           63xx York Road

122340254      Theft of Motor Vehicle         8/21    5:51 am           6xx Murdock Road

122361232      Burglary – attempt                8/23    5:19 pm           6xx Murdock Road

122390327      2^nd degree Burglary               8/26    6:15 am           62xx Charles St. N

122340280      2^nd degree Burglary               8/21    6:52 am           62xx Charles St. N

122360248      1^st degree Burglary                8/23    5:58 am           7xx Murdock Road

 

MOTOR VEHICLE BREAK INS:

Last week’s crime report update included information of surrounding communities that had experienced car breaks-ins.  It appears since the return of school unwanted people are gearing up for crime.  We are now experiencing car break-ins in the forge.   See below information shared by one of our neighbors.

I wanted to alert you to the fact that car break-ins are on the rise again.  My neighbor had his road bike stolen this past Sunday night/Monday morning and my wife's wallet was stolen last night.  Both households were certain that we had locked our doors but with busy days etc., it appears that we didn't.  No signs of forced entry.  So, people are walking our streets checking door handles and taking what is inside.  We confirmed that there were many, many attempts with her check card and credit card, one of which went through.  It is sad to think that someone will capitalize on the occasional forgetfulness of residents but that is the case certainly on Murdock Rd.  Please report any suspicious nighttime foot traffic to the authorities.  Thank you.

 Xx Murdock Rd

BURLARIES - BREAK INS:

Please get the word out to your community members to always lock their doors and windows to prevent burglaries and thefts of property.  Between 08/22 & 23/12 there were three burglaries in the Murdock Rd and Overbrook Rd neighborhoods.  These incidents are being investigated but presently no suspect information is known.

636 Murdock-window screen partially pried open but entry not gained.

708 Murdock-removed window screen to enter through window and steal property

752 Overbrook-pried window screen, entered through unlocked window to steal property.

Thank You, Sgt Fink, PC06 COT 

 

“LIGHTS ON, LOCK UP, LOOK OUT” – if you see anything suspicious call 911.

 

Concerned Citizen on Stevenson School Crossing for Children:
Has there been any discussion on how to get the message to driver to stop for pedestrians at pedestrian crossings in RF? I am concerned about the children crossing Stevenson Lane to go to DMS and to get to the ball fields - at both pedestrian crossings on Stevenson Lane.  Most drivers don't stop. In fact, they speed through.

-          Submitted by a Rodgers Forge neighbor

 

Some Thoughts on addressing this problem:

The county and school board have placed islands to attempt to slow the traffic, but with little effect.  The only thoughts at the moment would be if someone can get a description of the cars and license plates and also approach the school and school board referencing using a crossing guard. It might be useful to gather a group of parents to attend the board meeting to discuss this issue as they have the most direct line of communication with the schools.

I will put out a request in the weekly emails and on the COP page of the concerns of our children’s safety and try to raise more awareness and encourage everyone to look into this issue for other solutions.

 

If anyone in the neighborhood has any other suggestions, please feel free to share them.  Reply to this email with your thoughts and suggestions.  Our children are our future.