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Frederick County Crime of the Week -
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at 120 Jackson Drive on November 5, 2010. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) forcibly entered the residence by prying open the back door. Once inside, suspect(s) ransacked the home and removed items, including a wedding ring set, which is described as a 1 carat diamond set in platinum with a matching wedding band with several small diamonds set around it.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10006414 Investigator Nathan Spence
Winchester Crime of the Week – December 20, 2010
Location: Snow White Grill (159 N Loudoun St)
Date of Crime: November 28-29, 2010 and December 5-6, 2010
Type of Crime: Breaking and Entering
On two occasions employees have reported to work to find that someone has broken a window and entered the Snow White Grill overnight. The incidents have occurred on November 28-29, 2010 and December 5-6, 2010.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS. Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.
Case # 10051424 and 10051528 Det. Coleman
Frederick County Crime of the Week - December 13, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny on September 27, 2010 in the 1600 block of Springdale Road. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) entered the residence and removed two watches with silver faces, one with a brown leather band, and one with a black band. Also taken were two charm bracelets, a silver bangle bracelet, a box of broken gold jewelry and a pair of Oakley wire-framed sunglasses. The estimated value of the larceny is $700.00.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10005557 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Clarke County Crime of the Week - December 6, 2010
This weeks Crime Solvers crime has to do with a cruelty to an animal case.
Crime Solvers is trying to help the Clarke County Sheriff’s Office locate the person responsible for killing a family pet.
On November 4, 2010, this beloved family dog “Pete” was shot and killed at his residence in Clarke County, VA. “Pete” was secured in his kennel, adjacent to the family home, which is located on Route 7 between Berryville and the Shenandoah River.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Sheriff Tony Roper
Winchester Crime of the Week – November 22, 2010
Location: Bank of Clarke County (202 N Loudoun St)
Date of Crime: November 4, 2010
Type of Crime: Bank Robbery
On Thursday November 4, 2010 at approximately 1:45 p.m. officers responded to the Bank of Clarke County located at 202 N. Loudoun St for a report of a bank robbery. Bank employees advised that a white male approached a teller and demanded money. The teller complied with the suspect’s demands and no one was injured. The suspect left the bank and was last seen in the area on North Loudoun Street.
The suspect was described as a white male with light colored hair, in his late 20’s to early 30’s, 5’8” to 6’ tall, and weighing 160-170 lbs. The suspect was wearing blue coveralls and a black knit hat
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10047776 Detective Culp
Frederick County Crime of the Week November 15, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is a burglary and grand larceny which occurred at 3384 Wardensville Grade. On September 29, 2010, the victim reported that the front door to his residence had been forced open and numerous items were missing from the residence. Those items included a Ruger .357 Magnum revolver and a New England Firearms .22 caliber revolver. A large jewelry box containing an assortment of jewelry and some U. S. Currency was also taken. The total value of this larceny is estimated at approximately $6,000.00.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10005609 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Winchester Crime of the Week – November 8, 2010
Location: Virginia Apple Storage (1955 Valley Ave)
Date of Crime: October 21-22, October 25-26, October 28-29
Type of Crime: Breaking & Entering
The Virginia Apple Storage located at 1955 Valley Ave has been broken into three times in the month of October. In these incidents a large number of sodas in 12 packs and portable 2-way radios were taken.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10045658, 10046335, & 10046828
Frederick County Crime of the Week – November 1, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny on September 21, 2010 at 400 block of Pine Road. The victim reported that unknown suspects forcibly entered his residence between 0900 and 1530 hours, and removed a Dell Laptop Computer and an unknown amount of women’s jewelry. The kitchen area had also been ransacked and medication bottles were found lying on the floor.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10005414 Investigator Keith A. Covert
Winchester Crime of the Week – October 25, 2010
Location: 1500 block of Handley Ave
Date of Crime: October 11, 2010
Type of Crime: attempted Breaking & Entering
During the morning hours someone attempted to use a glass cutting device on several windows of two neighboring houses on Handley Avenue. The suspect was unsuccessful and was not able to make entry. A witness described the suspect as a white male in his late teens or early 20’s. He had shoulder-length brown hair and was wearing a black Beatles t-shirt and blue jeans.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10044114 & 10044137 MPO Brunson
Frederick County Crime of the Week - October 18,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny which occurred on September 21, 2010 at 222 Featherstone Court. The victim reported that unknown suspects forcibly entered the residence and removed a gray metal box containing miscellaneous jewelry, an Iver Johnson model 1900 .32 caliber, 5 shot revolver, chrome with black grips and a wood box containing 50-60 Kennedy 50 cent pieces.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10005417 Investigator Keith A. Covert
Winchester Crime of the Week – October 11, 2010
Location: 400 block of Wentworth Drive
Date of Crime: September 21, 2010
Type of Crime: Breaking & Entering
The victim was awakened by her dogs barking at approximately 6:15 am and discovered that someone had left her door open. Upon investigation, she discovered that someone had been in her residence and in her vehicles. She also noticed that her purse was missing.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10041204 Detective Coleman
Frederick County Crime of the Week - October 4, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a strong arm robbery and assault at 200 Brunswick Road on August 28, 2010. The victim reported that he had been beaten up and that his Motorola Instinct Sprint cell phone, U. S. Currency and his black leather wallet along with a baseball hat, black in color, with Juggloo written on it had been taken from him. Suspects, a Hispanic male, wearing a purple shirt, snake bite piercings, two rings on his lower lip, a white male with brown hair, a red shirt and sunglasses, approached the victim, grabbed him and took the items from him.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10004890 Investigator Nathan B. Spence
Winchester Crime of the Week - September 27
This week’s crime of the week has to do with a Breaking and Entering. The Winchester Police Department is investigating a breaking and entering and larceny that occurred sometime between September 11th and 12th, 2010 at the BMX track in Jim Barnett Park. Unknown suspects entered the concession stand and removed T Shirts, cases of candy bars, assorted snacks as well as some cash.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477).
Case # 10039868 Detective Myrtle
Frederick County Crime of the Week – September 20, 2010
This weeks Crime Solvers crime has to do with a burglary and grand larceny. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at the Jordan Springs Market located at 741 Jordan Springs Road in Frederick County. On August 28, 2010, an employee reported that the rear entry door to the business was open and it appeared to have been pried. Upon investigation, it was discovered the lottery machine had been knocked off the counter, the cash registered had been moved from the counter to another area and that miscellaneous bills and change were missing from the cash register.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477).
Case #10004882 Investigator Carl T. Streit
Winchester Crime of the Week – September 6, 2010
Location: Jefferson Street
Date of Crime: July 15, 2010
Type of Crime: Breaking & Entering
During the daytime hours on July 15, 2010 someone broke a window to enter a residence on Jefferson Street. Once inside the suspect(s) took a jewelry box containing various jewelry items.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477).
Case # 10030482 Detective Hyde
Frederick County Crime of the Week - August 30, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a strong armed robbery on and malicious wounding at 213 Sir John’s Road on August 29, 2010. The victim reported he was robbed at gunpoint by a white male wearing a mask and dark colored clothing, armed with a dark colored revolver, a white male wearing blue clothing and a white female last seen wearing blue jeans with holes, a white top, black leather boots to her knees, dark brown hair and gaps in her teeth. The victim sustained injuries to his person during the robbery. Suspects took the victim’s cell phone, wallet, car keys and cash.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10004900 Investigator Keith A. Covert
Winchester Crime of the Week – August 23, 2010
Location: N Pleasant Valley Rd, Van Fossen, Green, & Dunlap Streets
Date of Crime: June 20-21, 2010
Type of Crime: Larceny of Hubcaps
Overnight June 20-21, 2010 hubcaps or center caps have been taken from numerous vehicles in the area of Van Fossen Street, Green Street, Dunlap Street, and North Pleasant Valley Road.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477).
Case # 10026499 Detective Myrtle
Frederick County Crime of the Week - August 16, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a strong armed robbery on July 23, 2010. at Red Bud Road near the Flying J Travel Plaza. The victim was walking in the tractor trailer parking area on the south side of the building. He was bear hugged, and his wallet was taken from his pocket with $170.00 removed. The suspects are described as four white males, (1) 30’s, 5’4” 180 lbs., short blonde hair, (2) 30’s, taller with short brown hair, (3) 60-65 YO, longer hair. Vehicle described as older silver or gray Continental.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10004124 Investigator K. C. Bohrer
Winchester Crime of the Week – August 9, 2010
Location: BB&T Bank (1000 Berryville Ave)
Date of Crime: July 16, 2010
Type of Crime: Bank Robbery
Around 11:45 am on July 16, 2010 a male entered the BB&T Bank located at 1000 Berryville Ave in the City of Winchester. The suspect told a bank employee that he had a weapon but never displayed one and demanded cash. The teller complied and the suspect left the bank walking in an eastward direction. He possibly left in a dark colored vehicle. The suspect is described as a white male wearing a dark suit with a white shirt, blue tie, and a fedora type of hat. The suspect also had a mustache which appeared to be fake and had an electronic device in his ear which could have been a Bluetooth, cell phone or ear bud. No one was injured during the incident.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10030577 Detective Culp
Frederick County Crime of the Week - August 2, 2010
This weeks Crime Solvers crime has to do with an armed robbery. The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred at the Kentucky Fried Chicken which is located at 113 Town Run Lanein Stephens City, Virginia. On October 20, 2009, the manager of the restaurant entered a car with the store deposit to go to the bank. As she was seated in the car, a male approached her, grabbed her mouth with one hand and squirted an irritating solution into her eyes with the other hand. He removed the deposit from the passenger seat and fled on foot in a southeasterly direction. He was described as wearing a dark colored knit mask and a dark hoodie.
If you should have any information in reference to these or any other crimes, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case #09006127 Investigator K. C. Bohrer
Winchester Crime of the Week - July 26, 2010
Location: Sally’s Beauty Supply (2076 S Pleasant Valley Rd)
Date of Crime: June 23, 2010
Type of Crime: Larceny of a Purse
The suspect flagged down a female in her vehicle in the parking lot of Sally’s Beauty Supply to ask her for directions. When she rolled down her window to help him, he took her purse and ran into the wooded area just north of Martin’s Grocery Store. The suspect was described as a white male in his 20’s, with blond hair, approximately 5’9” wearing red, white, and blue striped basketball shorts and a blue shirt. He may have been driving a black pick-up truck.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case # 10026833 Officer Andrews
Frederick County Crime of the Week - July 19, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at 3960 Northwestern Pike on June 21, 2010. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) forcefully entered her residence by pushing in a window air conditioner. Once inside, suspect(s) removed numerous items of jewelry, including a James Wood Class ring, ladies diamond ring, men’s wedding band, ladies’ bracelet, a jewelry box containing other miscellaneous jewelry and an unknown amount of U. S. Currency.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10003406 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Stephens City Crime of the Week - July 12, 2010
The Stephens City Police Department is investigating a vandalism and destruction of property that has occurred at the Flower Center located on Main Street in Stephens City, VA.
Between June 15, 2010 and July 4, 2010 an unknown subject shot a hole through the front window glass on 2 different occasions and then on the 3rd occasion, threw a rock through an upstairs apartment window. This window was located on the Fairfax St. side of the business.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS. If your information leads to an arrest in this case, you could be eligible for a reward. Case#'s: 10-482, 10-462, 10-504 Officer S. Baber
Frederick County Crime of the Week - July 6,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at 3960 Northwestern Pike on June 21, 2010. The victim reported that unknown suspect(s) forcefully entered her residence by pushing in a window air conditioner. Once inside, suspect(s) removed numerous items of jewelry, including a James Wood Class ring, ladies diamond ring, men’s wedding band, ladies’ bracelet, a jewelry box containing other miscellaneous jewelry and an unknown amount of U. S. Currency.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10003406 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Berryville Crime of the Week - June 28,2010
The Berryville Police Department is investigating a grand larceny that took place between June 17, 2010 and June 18, 2010 from a residence on Cameron Street in the Town of Berryville.
Stolen from the vehicle was a Milwaukee saws all in a red metal case, a Milwaukee right angle drill in a red metal case, a set of assorted drill bits, a leather tool belt with assorted tools, and a Dewalt cordless drill with assorted bits.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward.
Chief Neal White
Frederick County Crime of the Week - June 21,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary, grand larceny and vandalism at Stephens City Barber Shop between May 9 and May 10, 2010. The owner reported on May 10 that when he arrived to open his barber shop, he discovered the front glass door had been broken out and that several items were missing from the business. Those items included a cash register and an unknown amount of U. S. Currency. The cash register was later recovered in the Stephens City area.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward .
Case #10002459, Investigator C. T. Streit
Winchester Crime of the Week – June 14, 2010
Location: Douglas Learning Center (598 N Kent St)
Date of Crime: May 25, 2010 and June 14, 2010
Type of Crime: Breaking and Entering
Building maintenance employees reported on May 25, 2010 that they noticed a hole in the roof of a storage building of the Douglas Learning Center. They then discovered five bicycles with training wheels missing from the storage building.
Then on June 14, 2010 they discovered a broken window to one of the classrooms and several items missing including a white and green digital recorder and a light blue digital camera.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10021817, 10025229 Officers Broyles, McPeak
Frederick County Crime of the Week - June 7, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a grand larceny at Carroll Construction located at 283 Ebert Road between April 29 and May 5, 2010. The victim reported on May 5, 2010, he noticed several items missing from behind their workshop. These items included a 1 foot bucket for a Volvo mini-excavator, an automatic transmission for a Ford F-150, a Western quick mounting frame for a snow plow, a ripper attachment for a mid-sized grader and a set of slide on forks for a back hoe. Total estimated value of this larceny is $3,660.00.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10002376 Deputy J. Bingman
Winchester Crime of the Week – May 31, 2010
Location: 200 block of Parkway St and Shenandoah Ave
Date of Crime: May 15-16, 2010
Type of Crime: vandalism to vehicles
Sometime overnight on May 15-16, 2010 suspect(s) vandalized numerous vehicles parked along Parkway Street and Shenandoah Avenue by slashing tires and scratching the paint of these vehicles.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10019975 Officer Ivins
Frederick County Crime of the Week - May 24, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a grand larceny from Carroll Construction at 238 Ebert Road between May 12 and May 18, 2010. The victim reported that multiple steel items used for concrete work had been taken from the business. Those items included steel half plates, full plates, modified square plates, stakes, sidewalk wedges and grates. The value of the missing items is estimated at more than $45,000.00.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward.
Case #10002609 Investigator C. T. Streit
Winchester Crime of the Week - May 17,2010
Location: Carnival (2200 block of Valley Ave)
Date of Crime: April 19-27, 2010
Type of Crime: Grand Larceny
Just before the Apple Blossom Festival, the carnival rides were set up in the 2200 block of Valley Avenue. During this time someone took 3 sets of aluminum stairs and rails that allow patrons to get onto rides.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10016778 Officer David
Frederick County Crime of the Week - May 10,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an attempted carjacking and assault on March 15, 2010. The victim reported that while stopped at the Ft. Collier Road/Baker Lane traffic light two unknown suspects approached her vehicle. One suspect demanded the victim’s vehicle while assaulting her. She was able to drive the vehicle away and call 911. One suspect is described as a black male with facial hair, wearing a beanie, approximately 30 to 40 years of age. The second suspect was described as a black male wearing dark clothing.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10001217 Investigator R. D. Ellinger
Winchester Crime of the Week – May 3, 2010
Location: Five Guys (1365 Berryville Ave)
Date of Crime: March 30-31, 2010
Type of Crime: Grand Larceny
Sometime overnight on March 30-31, 2010 someone took an asphalt roller machine from the parking lot of Five Guys, 1365 Berryville Ave. The machine is a yellow Wacker brand asphalt roller with 36” diameter drums and a “GEI” sticker on the side. A trailer would have to be used to move it from the site.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10012785 Det. McFarland
Frederick County Crime of the Week - April 26,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a motor vehicle theft and grand larceny from 2680 Millwood Pike which occurred between April 18th and 19th, 2010. The victim reported his 2007 Ford pickup was stolen from his residence, along with two rifles and a JVC 52 inch flat screen TV. The stolen vehicle was later recovered in Clarke County. At the time of recovery, the vehicle was on fire and fully engulfed in flames.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10001981 Investigator Keith A. Covert
Winchester Crime of the Week - April 19,2010
Location: Center Cinemas (601 E Jubal Early Dr)
Date of Crime: March 24, 2010
Type of Crime: Grand Larceny
Sometime around March 24, 2010 employees were in the process of closing down the movie theatre and were sending equipment back to the Carmike Company in Georgia. The equipment was loaded into a truck; however it did not make it to the company. The missing equipment includes a black monitor rack, a Smart brand monitor with stereo processor and several amplifiers.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10015650 Officers Shillingburg, Himelright
Frederick County Crime of the Week - April 12, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two motor vehicle thefts on February 4, 2010, a Ford F-250 pickup, white in color, with a yellow Fisher plow and salt spreader, taken from Blue Ridge Landscape and Design, located at 172 #2 Imboden Drive, and a 2000 Dodge Ram pickup truck, white in color, taken from Shade Equipment Company, located at 1237 Martinsburg Pike. Shade Equipment Company was written in black lettering on both doors, and the vehicle was equipped with an operational stainless steel salt spreader. Both of these vehicles have been recovered in the D. C. area.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in these incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10000664 Investigator T. R. Juergens
Winchester Crime of the Week – April 5, 2010
Date of Crime: March 29, 2010
Type of Crime: Armed Robbery
On March 29, 2010 a male victim was approached by another male in the 1000 block of Woodstock Lane who displayed a handgun and demanded the victim’s cell phone and wallet. The suspect also took the necklace the victim was wearing. The suspect left in a silver 4 door vehicle. The suspect was described as a Hispanic male, 5’10”, and 175 lbs.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10012551 Detective Hyde
Frederick County Crime of the Week-3/29/2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is a burglary, grand larceny and vandalism at Opequon Presbyterian Church, located at 217 Opequon Church Lane. On February 28, 2010, the Church Pastor reported that unknown person(s) had gained entry to the church and had broken several locked drawers in the Administration Office. A small amount of cash was reported missing from a lockbox in one of the drawers.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10000976 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Winchester Crime of the Week - March 22,2010
Date of Crime: March 17, 2010
Type of Crime: Larceny, Credit Card Fraud
On the afternoon of March 17, 2010 several employees of a doctor’s office realized that their credit cards and identifications were taken from their wallets. The employees had noticed a suspicious black male in the office that day. They described the male as in his 20’s or 30’s, 6’, and wearing a green or blue baseball cap. The credit cards were later used at numerous stores by a white female. The female was described as in her 30’s with short dark hair and wearing a cross necklace, white jacket, and tan pants. The female was picked up by other individuals in a dark green car with a black front end.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10010549 Detective Smith
Frederick County Crime of the Week - March 15, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating an armed robbery that occurred in the area of Brick Kiln Road at Smithfield Avenue on February 23, 2010. The victim reported he was approached by two black males who pulled a knife, grabbed him and robbed him of $7.00 and his Motorola Boost Cell Phone. The suspects are described as one wearing a puffy black coat with thin fur collar, the other a black zip up hoodie and hat. Both were described at 18-21 years of age, one 5/5”, 130-150 lbs., the other shorter and thinner.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #10000891 Investigator K. C. Bohr
Winchester Crime of the Week – March 8, 2010
Date of Crime: February 9, 2010
Location: 115 N Cameron St
Type of Crime: Armed Robbery
On the evening of February 9, 2010 a couple had finished eating dinner on the Loudoun Street Mall and were walking in an alley to get to their car. They were approached by two men. One displayed a handgun and demanded money.
The woman gave the robbers $3 and the suspects were last seen running toward the mall. No one was injured.
The suspects were described as:
Suspect 1: black male, 5’10” tall, thin build, wearing a heavy navy blue coat, gray facial hair, possibly missing a tooth
Suspect 2: black male, 6’4”, 220 lbs, wearing a large black coat, younger than the other suspect.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10005493 Detective Myrtle
Frederick County Crime of the Week - March 1, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the death of Margaret Marie Landis, white female, age 62, of 1255 North Timber Ridge Road. On February 16, 2010, Deputies responded to the Cross Junction address for a deceased person. Her son reported he had found her deceased in her residence. There were no signs of forced entry. This case is being investigated as a homicide.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.
Case #10000768, Investigator K. C. Bohrer
Winchester Crime of the Week – February 22, 2010
Date of Crime: February 2010
Location: 600 block of Virginia Avenue
Type of Crime: Animal Neglect
On February 18, 2010 a tan Cocker Spaniel (neutered male) was found in the area of the 600 block of Virginia Avenue. The dog had badly matted fur and extremely long nails. If you know the owner or the address where this dog lived, please call Crime Solvers.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10006630 Officer Mellott
Frederick County Crime of the Week February 16,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating two motor vehicle thefts on February 4, 2010. The first involved a Ford F-250 pickup, white in color, with a yellow Fisher plow and salt spreader from Blue Ridge Landscape and Design, located at 172 #2 Imboden Drive. The truck has a Blue Ridge Landscape and Design logo in blue lettering on both doors. The second vehicle theft was reported by Shade Equipment Company, located at 1237 Martinsburg Pike. The vehicle is described as a 2000 Dodge Ram pickup truck, white in color, with Shade Equipment Company written in black lettering on both doors, and an operational stainless steel salt spreader.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in these incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.
Case #100000664, Investigator T. R. Juergens
Winchester Crime of the Week – February 8, 2010
Date of Crime: November 6, 2009
Location: Walgreens, Apple Blossom Mall
Type of Crime: Flim Flam Fraud
Walgreens and several stores at the Apple Blossom Mall were victims of a flim flam fraud. Cashiers advised that the suspect offered a $100 bill for a small purchase and after the cashier entered that amount into the register, the suspect would then confuse her by offering different forms of payment and asking for change until he had more money than he originally gave.
There were at least 2 different suspects who were not seen in the same stores together and it is unknown how many others may be involved. The suspects remained on a cell phone during the purchases. The following are descriptions of two suspects. See also the pictures.
Suspect 1: black male, 30-40 years old, 5’10”-6’2”, 185 lbs, wearing a brown shirt and blue jeans
Suspect 2: black male, approximately 25-40 years old, 6’-6’2”, 200 lbs, wearing blue jeans and a gray sweater over a black shirt
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 09049746
Frederick County Crime of the Week – February 1, 2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at The Smoke Shop, located 201 Center Drive, Suite 105. On January 23, 2010, a Frederick County Deputy located rolls of change lying near the intersection of Ivory Drive and Deer Hill Court. Patrol units checked the area for possible break-ins and located a broken window at The Smoke Shop. The owner was contacted and he reported approximately $800.00 in coins and currency was missing from the business.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.
Case #10000383, Investigator Nathan Spence
Winchester Crime of the Week – January 25, 2009
Date of Crime: January 18, 2010
Location: Jiffy Mart, 1630 S Loudoun St
Type of Crime: Strong Arm Robbery
On the evening of January 18, 2010 the business owner was approached by 2 males who demanded money. The suspects took the money and left the area on foot. They were described as:
Suspect 1: black male, approximately 20 years old, 5’10”, 165 lbs, wearing gray hooded sweatshirt, bandana across his face
Suspect 2: black male, approximately 20 years old, 5’8”, 165 lbs, wearing blue long sleeve shirt
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS.
Case # 10002447
Frederick County Crime of the Week - January 18, 2010 The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a burglary and grand larceny at 5990 Northwestern Pike between January 7 and 8, 2010.
The victim reported that when she arrived at the residence on January 8, she discovered that both the house and shed had been broken into and items removed, including: a DVD player, DVD rack and approximately 60 DVD’s, two Dell Inspiron laptop computers, two Dale Earnhart, Jr. NASCAR jackets, and three Dale Earnhart, Jr. flags. A large horizontal white freezer, a microwave, and miscellaneous tools were also reported missing.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477). Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000.
Case #10000143 Investigator Holmes D. Smoke
Winchester Crime of the Week - January 11, 2010
Date of Crime – December 11-12
Location: Beth-el Congregation, 520 Fairmont Avenue
Type of Crime: Graffiti
Swastikas were painted in red and black paint on the building and in the parking lot of the Beth-el Congregation, located at 520 Fairmont Avenue sometime overnight December 11-12, 2009.
If you should have any information in reference to this or any other crime, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665 – TIPS
Case # 09054573
Frederick County Crime of the Week - January 4,2010
The Frederick County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a grand larceny that occurred on December 30, 2009 at the CVS located t 1400 Tasker Road. The Assistant Manager reported that a slender black male wearing a puffy dark colored coat and a white female with blonde hair pulled back in a ponytail placed numerous packages of Prilosec into a gift bag and left the store. The two left the area in a black, newer model 2-door vehicle. Items removed were valued at more than $1200.00.
If you have any information regarding a suspect or suspect vehicle in this incident, please contact the Crime Solvers Hotline at (540) 665‑TIPS (8477. Information leading to the arrest of a suspect may result in a reward of up to $1,000. Case #09007545 Deputy Jennifer Bailey