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July 2011 Crime Summaries

DATE

LOCATION

NATURE

DESCRIPTION

7/1/11 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 17 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and later released with a court summons.

7/1/11 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Mall Parking Garage

Tampering

 

Police located a car in the parking garage that had been reported stolen in Woodson Terrace several days earlier. While watching the car a 27 year old female got into the driver’s seat to drive away. She was immediately arrested.
7/1/11 2466 St. Louis Galleria

H & M Store

Stealing & Property Damage

 

A 16 year old female was arrested for shoplifting several clothing items. It was also found that she damaged the garments when she forcibly removed the store’s sensor tags. She was later released to her parents.
7/2/11 7400 Blk Warner

Detached Garage

Stealing

 

The victim reports that her mountain bike was stolen from her open, detached garage.
7/2/11 7400 Blk Hoover

Private Residence

Assault

 

A 52 year old female and a 59 year old female engaged in a minor physical altercation which stemmed from an argument over the care of a sick kitten. Neither wished to press charges against the other.
7/3/11 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Store

Attempted Burglary

 

Three males (ages 17, 18 and 18) were arrested while trying to force their way into the store while it was closed for business. They were later released pending a case review by state prosecutors.
7/3/11 2186 St. Louis Galleria

Forever 21 Store

Stealing

 

The victim states she set her wallet and cell phone on a display table while shopping in the store. When she returned a few minutes later the items were gone. Investigation continues.
7/4/11 1087 St. Louis Galleria

Gap Kids Store

Stealing

 

An 18 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and later released with a court summons.
7/5/11 1300 Blk Big Bend

Public Roadway

Driving With a Revoked Driver’s License & Possession of narcotics Paraphernalia

 

The traffic stop of a 26 year old male resulted in his arrest when it was discovered that his driver’s license had been revoked. Further investigation revealed narcotics paraphernalia in his pants pocket. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/6/11 1493 St. Louis Galleria

California Pizza Kitchen

Stealing

 

The victim reports that he accidentally left his wallet at the restaurant. Upon returning and retrieving the wallet he found that all his cash was missing.
7/7/11 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

An 18 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and later released with a court summons.
7/7/11 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Mall Food Court

Property Damage

 

A 19 year old male housekeeping employee was arrested after damaging an exit sign in the mall. He had apparently become upset with a job assignment and damaged the sign in retaliation. He was later released with a court summons.
7/8/11 1105 St. Louis Galleria

Dillard’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 46 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/8/11 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Galleria Shopping Mall

Trespassing

 

Two males, a 16 year old and a 17 year old, were arrested for not complying with the mall’s Parental Guidance Policy. The 16 year old was turned over to his parents and the 17 year old was released with a court summons.
7/9/11 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing & Assault

 

Store security attempted to stop two shoplifting suspects. As the suspects ran from security one of them ran into another shopper, knocking her to the ground. Investigation continues.
7/9/11 7400 Blk Rupert

Public Sidewalk

Dog Bite

 

The 43 year old victim reports that she was walking her dogs when an unleashed dog came out of a nearby yard and began fighting with her dogs. When she intervened she was bitten on the leg by the unleashed dog.
7/10/11 7300 Blk Dale

Private Parking Lot

Stealing

 

The victim reports that the license plates had been stolen from his car overnight.
7/10/11 1200 Blk Claytonia

Residential Yard

Found Property

 

Several credit cards, each from a different owner, were found in the front yard of a residence. Investigation into their origin continues.
7/11/11 1062 St. Louis Galleria

Cheesecake Factory

Counterfeit Bill

 

A fake $100 bill was used to pay for food in the restaurant. The suspects had left the area prior to the discovery. Investigation continues.
7/11/11 7400 Blk Hoover

Residential Yard

Resisting Arrest

 

An officer on patrol saw a known wanted subject in the front yard of his home. Upon seeing the officers the 33 year old male attempted to flee but was caught. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/14/11 1400 Blk Woodland

Public Street

DWI, No Operator’s License & No Insurance

 

An auto accident investigation resulted in the arrest of a 25 year old male. After processing he was later turned over to Immigration and Customs Enforcement as he was in this country illegally.
7/14/11 7300 Blk Ethel

Public Street

Stolen Auto

 

A 2007 Chevy Trail Blazer, that had been left running, was stolen and subsequently used in two robberies. The department’s Detective Bureau located the vehicle in Alorton Illinois several hours later and a suspect has been identified.
7/14/11 #7 St. Louis Galleria

Villa Fresh Italian Kitchen

Stealing

 

The manager reports $100 missing from a cash register. Investigation continues.
7/14/11 1600 Blk Stockard

Private Yard

Assault

 

The victim stated she was punched by an acquaintance in the front yard of her home. Investigation continues.
7/14/11 St. Louis Galleria

Various Businesses

Fraud

 

The victim reports that her wallet was stolen while she was at DePaul Hospital. Her credit cards were subsequently used at various stores in the Galleria. Investigation continues.
7/15/11 7500 Blk Hiawatha

Private Residence

Domestic Assault

 

A 43 year old male was arrested after he assaulted his fiancée’s 22 year old son. He was held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/16/11 1200 Blk Brentwood

Public Street

DWI

 

Police were investigating the report of a person sleeping in the driver’s seat of a car. Police found the car on the side of the road still in “Drive”.  Subsequent investigation resulted in the arrest of the 28 year old male for DWI. He was later released with a court summons.
7/16/11 2440 St. Louis Galleria

Apple Store

Stealing

 

Store management observed two males steal three sets of headphones (total value of $600) and leave the store. He then called police who located the suspects, a 27 year old male and a 35 year old male, on the platform of the Metro-Link train station with the headphones. Both were arrested and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/17/11 5580 St. Louis Galleria

Rosetta Stone Kiosk

Stealing

 

The victim reports that while working at the kiosk someone stole her iPhone from atop a counter. Investigation continues.
7/17/11 5616 St. Louis Galleria

Styling Zone

Stealing

 

The store manager reports money missing from the cash register. Investigation continues.
7/18/11 6600 Clayton Rd

U.S. Bank

Fraud

 

A 19 year old male was arrested for attempting to cash a stolen check. He was later released pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/19/11 2138 St. Louis Galleria

Lids Store

Stealing

 

A 16 year old male and a 14 year old male were arrested for shoplifting. They were later released to their parents.
7/19/11 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 16 year old female was arrested for shoplifting. Her mother was contacted but could not pick up the daughter. She was therefore turned over to juvenile authorities.
7/20/11 7600 Blk Dale

Private Residence

Psychiatric Care

 

A 63 year old male, who suffers from psychiatric issues, stopped taking his medication and refused to turn on his air conditioner in the near-100 degree weather. He was taken to an area hospital for evaluation.
7/20/11 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Store

Stealing

 

A 15 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and later turned over to juvenile authorities.
7/21/11 1155 St. Louis Galleria

Parking Lot

Property Damage

 

The victim reports that someone put a scratch on the driver’s side of her car. The scratch ran the entire length of the car. Investigation continues.
7/21/11 7600 Blk Dale Ave

Public Roadway

Disorderly Conduct

 

The victim reports that she was followed and harassed by another driver. The other driver, a 31 year old male, has been identified and the case has been forwarded to the municipal prosecutor for review.
7/22/11 7200 Blk West Park

Private Residence

Psychiatric Incident

 

Police were called for a report of a 32 year old female with a gun who was threatening to commit suicide. She was taken into custody without incident and no gun was found. She was taken to an area hospital for treatment.
7/22/11 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Store

Stealing

 

A 17 year old female and a 14 year old female were arrested for shoplifting. The 17 year old was later released with a court summons. The parents of the 14 year old could not be located so she was turned over to juvenile authorities.
7/22/11 1114 S. Brentwood

E J’s Shoes

Fraud

 

Store management reports that three checks, all from the same account, were written to their store for shoe purchases. Several days later the store learned that the checks were written on a closed account. Investigation continues.
7/23/11 Hwy I-64 @ Hwy I-170

Public Highway

DWI

 

Officer’s investigation into a one-car accident found the 55 year old female driver pinned in the car. Fire Department personnel freed her from the car and took her to an area hospital for treatment. Investigation into DWI charges continues.
7/24/11 7447 Dale Ave

Municipal Jail

Lewd Conduct

 

A prisoner, being held on charges through Maplewood Police Department, was additionally charged when he urinated on the floor of the cell.
7/25/11 1200 Blk Murphy

Private Residence

Assault

 

A 23 year old female was arrested for assaulting her boyfriend. Due to her actions during the investigation she was taken to an area hospital for a psychological evaluation.
7/26/11 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Store

Property Damage

 

A 16 year old male was arrested after he tore a clothing item while trying to remove the security sensor tag. His parents could not be located therefore he was turned over to juvenile authorities.
7/26/11 1034 S. Brentwood

Office Building Parking Lot

Stolen Auto

 

The vehicle owner reports that his 2003 Pontiac Grand Am was stolen from the parking lot. He states that the vehicle was unlocked and running at the time of the theft.
7/28/11 7700 Blk Weston

Private Residence

Domestic Assault

 

The parents of a 22 year old male report that he assaulted them after an argument. Although the son was not arrested, this case will be forwarded to the municipal prosecutor for review.
7/28/11 2466 St. Louis Galleria

H & M Store

Stealing

 

The victim reports that he left a shopping bag in a store. When he returned the bag was gone.
7/28/11 1600 Blk S. Hanley

Public Street

Possession of Marijuana

 

The traffic stop of a 23 year old male resulted in his arrest when marijuana was found in his car. He was later released to another agency seeking his arrest.
7/29/11 I-64 @ Big Bend

Public Highway

DWI & Driving With a Revoked Driver’s License

 

Officers investigating an auto accident arrested a 59 year old male driver for DWI and for having a revoked driver’s license. He was held in custody on a municipal court bond.
7/29/11 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 19 year old male was arrested for shoplifting and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/29/11 2471 St. Louis Galleria

Icing Store

Stealing

 

A 26 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and held pending a case review by the municipal prosecutor.
7/29/11 7300 Blk Hoover

Public Street

Property Damage

 

The victim reports that someone broke a window out of his 2010 Nissan Altima during the evening.
7/30/11 1550 St. Louis Galleria

Macy’s Department Store

Stealing

 

A 14 year old female and a 16 year old female were arrested for shoplifting. They were later released to their parents.
7/31/11 2126 St. Louis Galleria

Hollister Store

Stealing

 

A 22 year old female was arrested for shoplifting and later released with a court summons.

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