By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A woman reported Aug. 3 that her debit card was fraudulently accessed July 20 and two unauthorized transfers occurred. The victim said she was attempting to set up an account on Vinted, an online marketplace for selling second-hand clothing, accessories and home goods, when a company reached out to her online to ask for authorization based on an online shopping request. She said after she provided authorization, she received an immediate fraud warning for two … [Read more...] about Debit card fraudulently charged
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Magic the Gathering cards stolen overnight from vehicle
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A man reported Aug. 1 that an extensive collection of Magic the Gathering cards was stolen overnight from his vehicle while it was parked overnight at his residence in the 2000 block of Buckingham Avenue. The victim said two 12-inch-by-12-inch white boxes, one 12-inch-by-12-inch black box, and a green binder were stolen from his vehicle, which may have been unlocked. He said he did not have theft coverage on his vehicle, and would not be able to make an insurance … [Read more...] about Magic the Gathering cards stolen overnight from vehicle
Vehicle keyed in store parking lot
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers LINCOLN PARK — A woman reported the afternoon of Aug. 1 that her vehicle, a 2017 Chevy Equinox, was vandalized in the parking lot of a store in the 3700 block of Dix Avenue. Store surveillance camera footage shows a man who was the driver of an adjacent black Chevrolet Silverado, who had an opportunity to key the car. A store employee said if police officials obtain a subpoena, they could release surveillance camera footage showing the man’s vehicle’s license plate and whether the … [Read more...] about Vehicle keyed in store parking lot
Gas station reports counterfeit hundred-dollar bill
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — An employee at Citgo gas station, 5157 Telegraph Road, reported the morning of Sept. 7 that a man entered the gas station and attempted to get change for a counterfeit $100 bill. The man was described as a white male, with white hair and a white beard. The clerk, who noticed immediately that the bill’s appearance was off, stepped away to check the bill, and called for a police response. The suspect left the gas station during this time, leaving on foot. The … [Read more...] about Gas station reports counterfeit hundred-dollar bill
Scammer stole funds from fast food restaurant
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — The manager of a Wendy’s restaurant at 8515 Telegraph Road reported Sept. 6 that a scammer whom they thought was the owner called the restaurant and had them transfer $772 in Bitcoin to facilitate the store’s new Point of Sale system. The manager sent the money via Bitcoin from a kiosk at a nearby gas station. The transfer could not be stopped or traced, and investigating police officials believe the scammer call originated overseas. … [Read more...] about Scammer stole funds from fast food restaurant
Resident’s surveillance camera records larceny from auto
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers HEIGHTS — A resident living on Beech Daly Road reported Sept. 5 that he has surveillance camera footage of a person ransacking his car at 5:10 a.m. while another person stood lookout. The footage also showed the pair checking the door handles of other nearby vehicles as well. The two people seen on the footage are also suspected of being involved in a local vehicle theft, with the pickup later being found in Dearborn. … [Read more...] about Resident’s surveillance camera records larceny from auto
Shoplifter response results in three arrests
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A woman who tried to steal $9 worth of gum from Walmart, 5851 Mercury Drive on the evening of Sept. 8 triggered a police response that resulted in her arrest, along with two of her companions for drug paraphernalia and an outstanding warrant. The shoplifter, a Detroit woman wearing a black jacket and blue jeans, was seen running through the parking lot and entering the back seat of a black Dodge Ram 1500 pickup. As police officers converged, they boxed in the … [Read more...] about Shoplifter response results in three arrests
Road enraged driver targets retired cop
By SUE SUCHYTA Times-Herald Newspapers DEARBORN — A lane change turned into a case of road rage the afternoon of Sept. 15 as the target, a retired police officer, called 911 for help, while a police department drone followed the victim and aggressor vehicles until police officers reached the scene. The incident began on westbound Ford Road between Hines Drive and Golfview Drive, when the driver of a red 2026 Chevy Equinox, a Dearborn man, tried to merge into the left lane, but the driver of a blue 2025 Jeep Wrangler, a … [Read more...] about Road enraged driver targets retired cop
Red paint transfer offers hit-and-run clue
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK — A Ford Edge that was damaged on its left rear side while it was parked in the 14000 block of Philomene Boulevard was found to have red paint transfer left on it by the vehicle driven in the hit-and-run. The victim had no further information. There were no suspects. … [Read more...] about Red paint transfer offers hit-and-run clue
Allen Park fire department hosts open house
By SUE SUCHYTA Sunday Times Newspapers ALLEN PARK – The fire department welcomed guests into the station, located at 6730 Roosevelt Avenue, the afternoon of Sept. 20 for a family-friendly open house. Attendees had an opportunity to see fire and emergency response vehicles, tour firefighter living quarters and workout areas, and even try their hand at aiming a fire extinguisher at a target. Fire Chief Jeff O’Riley said they wanted an opportunity to show residents what their hard-earned money went towards, and to … [Read more...] about Allen Park fire department hosts open house