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March 2012 Crime Summaries

last updated 4/5/2012

DATE

LOCATION

NATURE

DESCRIPTION

3/1/12 1200 Blk Brentwood

Public Roadway

Possession of Marijuana

 

A traffic stop resulted in the arrest of the 24 year old female driver when it was found that there were several active warrants seeking her arrest. She was additionally charged when marijuana was found in her car. She was issued a summons for the marijuana charge and released to another agency.

3/1/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Shopping Mall

Stealing

 

The victim reports leaving her wallet in a mall shop who then turned it over to the guest services. When the victim retrieved the wallet she found that money was missing.
3/2/12 Hanley & Hwy 64

Public Roadway

Assault, Leaving the Scene of an Accident & Resisting Arrest

 

A 31 year old male was involved in an auto accident then ran from the scene. He was located and arrested approximately three blocks away.
3/2/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 16 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and later turned over to his parents.
3/2/12 2466 St. Louis Galleria

H & M Store

Stealing, Property Damage & Providing False Information to Police

 

A 19 year old male was arrested for shoplifting. It was found that he damaged the stolen item when he attempted to remove the security sensor tag. Also, he initially lied about his identity when arrested. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/3/12 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 16 year old female was arrested for shoplifting. When her mother refused to pick her up she was turned over to juvenile authorities.
3/3/12 7500 Blk Hoover

Private Residence

Peace Disturbance

 

Officers responded to the residence for a loud party and cautioned the residents about the noise. A short time later

officers were called to the same location for another noise complaint and issued court summonses to the residents.

3/5/12 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 16 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and later released to her parents.
3/6/12 1100 Blk Boland

Private Residence

Disorderly Conduct

 

A 40 year old male was arrested after he was found yelling profanity outside the residence. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/6/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

Two 16 year old females were arrested for shoplifting. One was released to her parents and the other was turned over to juvenile authorities.
3/6/12 1034 S. Brentwood

Kohner Properties

Fraud

 

Company management reports that a former employee had been forging company documents to assist a third party with getting loans. Investigation continues.
3/6/12 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Fraud

 

The victim reports that one of her credit cards was stolen in Kirkwood and used at Dillard’s. Investigation continues.
3/6/12 1300 Blk Hawthorne

Apartment Building

Stealing

 

The victim reports that a box, delivered by Fed Ex and left outside her door, had been stolen. Investigation continues.
3/7/12 1491 St. Louis Galleria

Urban Outfitters

Stealing

 

A 19 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/8/12 6420 Clayton Rd

St. Mary’s Hospital

Trespassing

 

A 33 year old male, who had been banned from the hospital, was found sleeping in a waiting area and arrested. He was later released with a court summons.
3/8/12 1445 St. Louis Galleria

St. Louis Bread Co.

Stealing

 

The victim reports that she left her wallet on a table while she got a drink. When she returned her wallet was gone.
3/9/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Shopping Mall

Disorderly Conduct

 

A 22 year old female and a 42 year old female were arrested after fighting with each other in the mall. Both were held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/9/12 2055 St. Louis Galleria

Love Culture Store

Stealing

 

The victim reports that she set her cell phone on the check-out counter. A few moments later it was gone. Investigation continues.
3/10/12 Galleria Pkwy & Hwy 170

Public Sidewalk

Disorderly Conduct, Resisting Arrest & Assaulting a Police Officer

 

Officers attempted to stop two males who were creating a disturbance. Both ran from the officers. One, a 17 year old male, was stopped a short time later. Upon being stopped he punched the officer and was subdued. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor. The other male could not be located.
3/12/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Sprint Kiosk

Stealing

 

A young male stole a display phone valued at $500.00.
3/13/12 2000 Blk S. Big Bend

Apartment Building

Stealing

 

The victim reports that a riding saddle was stolen for her storage locker.
3/14/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s

Stealing

 

Clothing, valued at $2,671, was taken in a grab and run from the store.  Witness obtained license information on the suspect vehicle and an investigation is being conducted.
3/14/12 2134 St. Louis Galleria

Solstice Shop

Stealing

 

A 26 year old female, a 17 year old female and a 16 year old female were arrested for stealing sunglasses. The 16 year old was released to her parents while the other two were released pending a case review by state prosecutors.
3/14/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s

Stealing

 

A 16 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and turned over to juvenile authorities when parents could not be reached.
3/14/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

Two 16 year old females were arrested for shoplifting and turned over to juvenile authorities.
3/15/12 1600 Blk Bredell

Private Residence

Burglary

 

An unoccupied residence was burglarized overnight.
3/15/12 I-64 @ Brentwood DWI & Drugs

 

Officers responding for an auto accident discovered the driver of the lone vehicle involved to be unresponsive.  An ambulance was summoned and he was taken to the hospital.  Suspecting the driver to be intoxicated, blood was drawn and the suspect was also found to be in possession of cannabis.  No charges were filed pending lab analysis.
3/15/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria Robbery

 

Victim claimed 2 suspects forced her to make two $200 withdrawals from an ATM inside the mall while implying they had a weapon.  An investigation is being conducted.
3/15/12 1442 St. Louis Galleria

True Religion Jeans

Stealing

 

A 30 year old female was detained for shoplifting after the store manager recognized her from CCTV video.  The suspect had stolen a jacket from True Religion the previous day. Pedigree information was obtained on the suspect and she was released at the scene.  The matter was forwarded to the city’s prosecuting attorney for his consideration.
3/15/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s

Stealing

 

Two juveniles were taken into custody for shoplifting. Both were later released to their parents and the matter forwarded to Family Court.
3/16/12 I-64 @ Big Bend Drug Violation

 

An officer came upon a two car accident and learned one of the drivers did not have a license or insurance.  He was taken into custody on outstanding warrants and his vehicle impounded.  During an inventory search, narcotics were discovered that were packaged for distribution.  Warrants will be sought.
3/16/12 9000 blk. Monmouth Identity Theft

 

While in the process of refinancing her residence, the homeowner learned she owned property in Florida which she had not purchased.  An investigation is being conducted.
3/16/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s

Stealing

 

Two juveniles were taken into custody for shoplifting.  Both were left in the custody of the Family Court when no parents could pick them up.
3/17/12 8011 Galleria Parkway

Residence Inn

Disturbance

 

Police were called for fight in progress in one of the motel rooms.  Upon arrival officers took a 41 year old male into custody on unrelated charges and were seeking a state warrant for assault.
3/18/12 1550 St Louis Galleria

Macy’s

Stealing

 

Three male suspects grabbed several Polo brand shirts and ran out the south door to an awaiting vehicle operated by a fourth male making good their escape. A Macy’s employee recognized one of the suspects who was later identified in a photo lineup. An arrest wanted has been entered for this suspect. Investigation to continue

 

3/20/12 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Co.

Stealing

 

Three female suspects concealed 16 pair of swim trunks in two empty shopping bags they brought into the business. The crime was discovered while an employee was doing inventory on 3/20/12. The Loss Prevention Associate reviewed the CCTV discovering the theft. The case has been forwarded to the Detective Bureau.

 

3/20/12 I64 near Bellevue Leaving the scene, CCW, Resisting Arrest, Drug Violation

 

Officers were dispatched to a vehicle accident on eastbound I64 near Bellevue with one of the drivers, a male, running from the scene of the accident. After being notified by neighbors and witnesses, the fleeing male driver was taken into custody in a rear yard in the 1300 block of Bellevue. The male driver was in possession of Marijuana and a small weight scale. It was later found the vehicle the male driver was operating was entered as a stolen vehicle by the St. Louis City Police Department. During an inventory search of the vehicle, a .40 caliber semi-automatic handgun was found fully loaded in the passenger area. The male driver and female passenger, the other occupant of the vehicle were arrested. Warrants will be applied for with the St Louis County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office.

 

3/22/12 6300 Blk Clayton Rd

Public Road

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia

 

The traffic stop of a 32 year old male resulted in his arrest when it was found that he had outstanding traffic warrants. Upon being arrested he was found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia and additionally charged.
3/22/2012 8001 Dale

The Heights Community Center

Stealing

 

Victim reported his car keys were stolen from an unsecured locker in the Heights. When he got to his vehicle in the parking lot of the Heights the suspect(s) had used the stolen keys to gain entry to the vehicle and stole his wallet and cellular phone.
3/23/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

Two 18 year old females were arrested for shoplifting and later released with court summonses.
3/24/12 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Trespassing

 

A 25 year old female was arrested after it was found that she hid in the store overnight. She was later released with a court summons.
3/24/12 8000 Blk Galleria Pkwy

Metro Link Station

Disorderly Conduct & Possession of Marijuana

 

Police were called for a 51 year old male who was drinking alcohol at the train station, in violation of Metro Link rules. Investigation revealed marijuana in his pocket and he was arrested. This case will be forwarded to state prosecutors for review.
3/24/12 1491 St. Louis Galleria

Urban Outfitters Store

Stealing

 

A 34 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/24/12 7960 Clayton Rd

Tropicana Bowling Lanes parking Lot

Stealing

 

Two cars were broken into while they were on the parking lot. Items taken include electronics and a book bag.
3/26/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Shopping Mall

Trespassing

 

A 40 year old male, who was banned from the mall due to several prior arrests, was arrested when he returned to the mall. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
3/26/12 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Mall Parking Garage

Stealing

 

Two cars were broken into while they were in the parking garage. Items taken include a purse, clothing and a laptop computer.
3/27/12 1031 Bellevue

Medical Office Building

Stealing

 

The victim reported her cell phone stolen from her desk. Investigation led officers to question a 19 year old male who had been in the office. He admitted to the theft and returned the phone. He was arrested and issued a court summons.
3/27/12 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 30 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and later released with a court summons.
3/28/12 1200 Blk Brentwood Blvd

Public Street

Suspended Driver’s License & Possession of Marijuana

 

The traffic stop of a 21 year old male resulted in his arrest when it was found that his driver’s license had been suspended. He was additionally charged when marijuana was found in his wallet and his sock.
3/28/12 6600 Clayton Rd

U.S. Bank

Fraud

 

The victim reports that someone opened a checking account under his name and that account now has a negative balance. Investigation continues.
3/28/12 1442 St. Louis Galleria

True Religion Store

Stealing

 

Two people stole over $2000 of blue jeans and ran to a waiting car. Investigation continues.
3/29/12 I-64 @ Big Bend

Public Highway

DWI

 

The traffic stop of a 48 year old female resulted in her arrest for Driving While Intoxicated.
3/29/12 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Fraud

 

The owner of a Delaware business reports that their company’s credit card information was used to make a purchase at Macy’s. Investigation continues.
3/30/12 1200 Blk Boland

Public Street

DWI & Possession of Marijuana

 

The traffic stop of a 28 year old male resulted in his arrest for Driving While Intoxicated. Further investigation located marijuana in his car. The male was later released with court summonses.
3/31/12 2129 St. Louis Galleria

Jimmy Jazz Store

Assault

 

The store manager and a customer were involved in a physical altercation with each other and each are accusing the other of assault. Investigation continues.
3/31/12 1147 St. Louis Galleria

BlackFinn Restaurant

Disturbance

 

A 59 year old male created a disturbance in the restaurant by interfering with the customers and speaking incoherently. He was taken to a local hospital for a psychological evaluation.

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