RFCOP Crime report update Jan 14-26, 2013

Recent Car Breaks in:

There was a rash of car break ins on Friday evening, January 25th, approximately at 11:00 pm in the 100 block between Brandon and Stanmore Road.  Some broken into, some not locked.   We are again asking everyone to find alternate parking other than alleys.  We understand that parking is tight within the Forge due to multiple car residences, but it is illegal to park in the alleys and they are dark thus making it easier to be marked targets.  If you do have a parking pad in the back of your property you should highly consider outdoor lighting and turning it on at night.  An alternative would be motion sensor lighting.  You can purchase them for approximately $40.00 with various setting features. 

Along with weekly emails (give or take a few days), Facebook and RFCOP web site, we would like to remind you the Rodgers Forge website also hosts “the Blog” which contains various information for the community.  The newest communication  feature,  “Next-door Rodgers Forge” which is a limited  private online network that is a new social media tool.  If you missed this in the Rodgers Forge News of Jan/Feb 2013 issue, below is the web address along with others that will help you be more informed about your neighborhood.

-          RFCOP Web Site – http://rfcop.com/

-          RFCOP Facebook Page – https://www.facebook.com/RodgersForge.CitizensonPatrol

-          Rodgers Forge Flyer – http://www.forgeflyer.com/

-          Rodgers Forge Community - https://www.rodgersforge.org/

-          Rodgers Forge Blog - http://www.rodgersforgecommunity.blogspot.com/

-          Next Door Rodgers Forge - https://rodgersforge.nextdoor.com/news_feed/

PS  As always we try to encourage as many patrols as possible, but we are in desperate need of new faces the join us in helping keep the Forge a safer place.  If you can help out, please contact the RFCOP out our web page http://rfcop.com/ or reply to us at rfcitizensonpatrol@gmail.com.

Crime Trend:

Police are reminding the public to secure their vehicles and to make sure that valuables are not left in the car. We are reminding residents to take basic crime prevention precautions to help prevent becoming a victim of opportunity:

• Always lock your vehicle doors.
• Do not keep spare keys anywhere inside the vehicle.
• Avoid leaving valuables or money inside your car.
• Cover or conceal anything of value that you must leave in the car.
• Park your vehicle near your residence if possible, and leave residential lights on.

B.C.P.D. Precinct # 6 - Crime Blotter – Jan 14-22, 2013

This is a summary of recent significant police news in your community. For police news from across the entire county, visit our news archive

January 22: Robbery, Loch Raven Boulevard and Taylor Avenue, 21234

At 12:45 a.m., four suspects approached two victims and demanded property. One of the suspects struck one of the victims. Three suspects are black males with thin builds. The fourth suspect is a white male with a thin build.

January 21: Armed Robbery, 800 block of Dulaney Valley Road, 21286

At 4:52 p.m., four suspects entered the Louis Vuitton store and began removing purses from the shelves. One suspect sprayed two employees with an unknown substance. The suspects fled with the items. The first suspect is a black male, 25 to 32 years old, 5'11", 220 pounds with a tattoo on his face. The second suspect is a black male, 25 to 32 years old, 5'11", and 230 pounds. The third suspect is a black male, 25 to 32 years old, 5'11", and 230 pounds. The fourth suspect is a black male, 25 to 32 years old, 5'10", and 220 pounds.

January 20: Armed Robbery - Gun, 6000 block of Falls Road, 21209

At 9:10 p.m., a man armed with a gun entered the Royal Farm store and demanded money and cigarettes. The suspect fled on foot. The suspect is a black male, 6', with a medium build.

January 20 to January 21: First Degree Burglary, 6600 block of Collinsdale Road, 21234

Between 5 p.m. on January 20 and 2:12 a.m. on January 21, an unknown suspect broke a bedroom window and ransacked the apartment. Nothing was taken.

January 16: Robbery, 6600 block of Wycombie Way, 21234

At 6:55 p.m., two suspects approached a pizza delivery man. One suspect grabbed the pizza box and demanded money. The victim fled after giving the suspects his money. The first suspect is a black male, 6', and 175 pounds. The second suspect is a black male, 6'1", and 175 pounds.

January 16: Third Degree Burglary, 1600 block of Lyle Court, 21234

At 8:30 a.m., two known suspects climbed through the victim's window and tried to fight with her daughter.

January 15: First Degree Burglary, Unit block of Acorn Hill Lane, 21204

Between 2 and 3 p.m., an unknown suspect broke a garage door window and took alcohol from the home.

January 14: Attempted Second Degree Burglary, 6800 block of Loch Raven Boulevard, 21234

At 3:51 a.m., an unknown suspect attempted to smash the front door and window of the Wireless 1 Outlet with a brick. Entry was not gained.

January 13: Home Invasion Robbery, 6900 block of Donachie Road, 21239

At 1:25 a.m., the suspects approached the victims as they were entering their apartment. The suspects assaulted the victims with bats or pipes, The suspects went through the victims' pockets but did not take anything. The suspects are four males wearing masks.

Police Alert Residents to Deception Burglaries

(not from the Forge, but something to be aware of)

Suspects Have Struck in Precinct 12/North Point

Baltimore County, Md. (January 18, 2013) - The Baltimore County Police Department is alerting citizens to the problem of “deception burglaries” following two recent incidents in the Berkshire and Norwood communities in Precinct 12/North Point. Elderly victims were targeted in both incidents.

• The first incident occurred on January 4 at 1:45 p.m. in the 1500 block of Delvale Avenue, 21222. The suspects offered to clean the gutters for the homeowner and stole items inside the home while “checking the home for leaks.”
• The second incident occurred on January 9 around 1 p.m. in the 7400 block of Belmont Avenue, 21224. The suspects claimed to be County employees and advised they needed to discuss an issue with the neighbor’s fence. They used walkie talkies. One suspect distracted the victim while a second suspect stole items from inside the home.

The first suspect is described as a white male, 40-50 years old, 5’ 7” tall, 180 pounds, with dark hair. The second suspect is described as a white male, 40-50 years old, 5’ 7” tall, 200 pounds, with dark hair. Both suspects were seen wearing tan or khaki pants.

Stay Alert

Residents are reminded to be alert to anyone in their neighborhood looking to perform home repairs, or asking to gain entry into the home. Be sure to ask to see identification and let the visitor know you are going to call for authorization from their company before allowing them access.

Remember, do not intervene, but call 911 immediately about suspicious activity.

Email Alerts  - Spot Crime.com

2.00 Miles around 222 Dumbarton Road –

Week of Jan 7-13, 2013

Case #                Crime                                          Date     Time                Address

130150455 Theft from Motor Vehicle         1/15   9:49 am      64xx Blenheim Road     *

          Just one block below York and Dunkirk