Residential and Business Crime Alert
June 3, 2005
Breaking and Entering and Home Invasions
Recent IncidentsCourt Yard by Marriott, 1525 E. Maple and Holiday Inn, 2537 Rochester Ct., 5/30, 8:00 pm –10:30 pm. Locking mechanisms were cut off storage sheds and it appears a string trimmer and chainsaw were stolen from the Courtyard. An air compressor, power sweeper, and hand-held blower were possibly stolen from Holiday Inn. Employees are checking on the status of those items.
1119 Wheaton, 5/27, 4:32 am. A witness reported that a suspicious tan 2002 Dodge Caravan drove up and parked behind a closed business in the area. The white male driver exited and crawled through a hole in the fence behind 1119 Wheaton. The vacant building at that location had been entered last week and copper wire and fuse boxes stolen. Another witness reported seeing a white male, 30-40 years, 6’0, fleeing the area on foot as officers arrived and began checking the area. That subject was again seen as he fled into a field near the freeway, however he escaped. Evidence of another break-in at the Wheaton location was discovered.
Villa Park, 5/29, 10:15 pm. The resident heard noise coming from the front door and went downstairs to investigate. She found the front door forced open and the wood damaged around the lock and doorjamb. No entry gained.
Atkins, 5/29-5/30, A lawnmower and a weed-whacker were stolen from open attached garage.
Willow Grove, 5/28-5/29. The garage was entered via unlocked pedestrian door, and the overhead door disengaged and opened. A generator was stolen.
Shallowdale, 5/30, 1:00 am – 7:30 am. An unlocked Ford van that was parked in driveway was entered and the garage door remote control was used to open the garage. A generator and five one-liter bottles of Pepsi were stolen from inside garage.
Maclynn, 5/29, 11:17 pm. When the homeowner went outside to walk his dog, he observed a suspect flee from his open garage. He gave chase, however, the suspect entered a waiting vehicle from the passenger side, which was parked several houses away. The vehicle fled. The suspect is a white male, 18-20 years old, white rugby-type jersey with dark stripes, dark shorts. The vehicle was a dark colored sedan. Nothing was taken from the garage.
Coachman, 5/27-5/30, A mountain bike was stolen from an apartment basement storage locker. The gate was pried open to gain access, and the lock was still in place.
Coolidge, 4/28-5/28, Miscellaneous tools were stolen from a basement storage locker in an apartment building. The lock was still in place, but the gate was ajar and it appeared that access could be gained by simply pulling on it.
Rutgers, 6/2, 1:30 am - 7:00 am. Someone entered the open garage and stole a compound miter saw, air compressor, golf clubs, and a case of water.
Larcenies
Shang Hai Moon, 454 W. 14 Mile, 5/27, A wallet was stolen from an employee’s coat, which was hanging in the rear storage room while he worked.
Bally’s, 5/27, 5:05 pm- 6:00 pm. A locker that was secured with a combination lock was entered and a wallet and checkbook stolen. The lock had scratches on it consistent with being pried. A suspicious black male, late 30’s-early 40’s, 6’3, with a shaved head was observed milling around the aisle where the locker was attacked. His description is similar to a suspicious person that was reported in connection with last week’s larcenies in the locker room.
Snell Storage, 1227 Rochester, 5/30-5/31. Six aluminum louvers that covered air conditioning units were stolen.
Wal-Mart, 2001 W. Maple, 6/1, 4:00 pm –4:45 pm. A shopper left her purse in her cart after unloading her purchases into her car. When she discovered it missing and returned to look for it, it was gone.
Somerset Apartments Pool, 2919 Somerset, 5/31, 1:20 pm. Four teens stole a maintenance person’s portable radio from his golf cart while he was servicing the pool. They used the radio to call with a mix of obscenities, as well as taunt the worker, asking if he wanted his radio back, apparently until battery failed. They were reportedly driving a white 2001 Dodge Durango.
G&S Electric, 351 Executive, 4/20-5/12. Several cable feeders, valued at $7400.00, were stolen.
Hickory, 6/2. The homeowner left an envelope with $300.00 in it on the handrail of his front porch. A female came to the door selling magazines, which he declined. After she left, he noticed that the envelope was gone. Another neighbor stated that the envelope fell into the bushes when the female went to the door. That witness saw her pick it up as she left and stuff it into her pants. Meanwhile, a homeowner on Hartshorn discovered that a female magazine solicitor dropped her wallet containing her identification, at his house. Officers are Investigating to determine if the above suspect is the owner of the lost wallet, or possibly an associate, as the streets are in the same area and the times of the incidents were close.
Larcenies from Automobiles
Harold, 5/27, 12:45 am –7:00 am. A 1998 Pontiac Grand Prix had the rear passenger side door window shattered and removed. The in-dash stereo system was stolen, as were the speakers/sub-woofers from the trunk.
Clark, 5/27, 1:10 am – 5:45 am. A 1997 Pontiac Sunfire parked in drive had the driver’s side door window smashed and a wallet and checkbook that were on floor behind driver’s seat stolen. A neighbor found the wallet and checkbook on his front lawn and returned them to owner.
Clarke, 5/27, 3:00 am –5:00 am. The driver’s side window was smashed out of 1999 Dodge pickup that was parked on the street and stereo amps, sub-woofers, and CD player stolen.
Forberg Scientific, 2717 Industrial Row, 5/28, 1:20 pm –2:40 pm. The driver’s side door windows were smashed out on 2004 Jaguar and a laptop computer and cell phone were stolen.
Academy drive, 5/27-5/30, A 2004 Chevy Malibu was entered by unknown means and a laptop and cell phone were stolen. The owner was certain that the car was locked, however there was no sign of forced entry.
Tuffy Auto, 512 E. Maple, 5/28, 11:47 am –11:56 am. A 1992 Chrysler LeBaron had the tires and wheels removed. A jack was left propping up one side and a piece of wood was propping up the other. It appears that a Geo Tracker was also tampered with, but nothing was taken from that car.
Fraud and Credit Fraud
Michigan Catholic Credit Union, 255 E. Maple, 5/20. A business representative reported that a suspect made two deposits into two separate accounts at the ATM for $2400.00 and $2450.00 respectively using empty deposit envelopes, but keying in the amounts. He then made approximately $2000.00 worth of withdrawals against these accounts at ATM’s in Sterling Heights. Each had only about $7.00 balances prior to the fraudulent deposits
Business owners reported several unauthorized credit accounts were opened in their and the company’s name. Numerous unauthorized payments and purchases have been made against those accounts. They suspect that the incidents originally stemmed from thefts of company checks last year. Apparently, other personal and corporate information may have been accessible in an unlocked office area at the same time. The accounts are being billed to two addresses in Detroit that are not familiar to the victims.
A resident reported that someone has been using her VISA account number to make unauthorized insurance payments to a company in California for a policyholder in Illinois.
Embezzlement
Slater Management, 1890 Crooks, 1/27-2/18, An employee reported issuing three checks to 45 year old male subcontractor from Hazel Park who was supposed to use them to purchase materials for various repairs and other projects. The amounts were left blank for him to fill in when he made the purchases. It appears he either didn’t make them at all, bought less supplies than he obtained, or returned portions of those purchases, keeping the differences in the amounts he made the checks out for. It appears that approximately $1000.00 was absconded with.
Phone Calls / Harassment / Threats
Managers from a local business spoke to an employee over his poor performance. He threatened to sue them if they fired him. After that discussion, they received a call from an unknown male who threatened them if they messed around with his friend.
A resident arrived home to find a subject inside her kitchen. The subject advised her that her husband was having an affair with his wife, and then made threats against her husband. The resident’s husband admitted having an affair and explained that the suspect has been following him around. Prosecution and Personal Protection Order (PPO) procedures were explained to them.
A resident reported receiving phone threats from an ex-roommate. Apparently the resident had moved out after having to turn the former residence over to the deed-holder of a land contract. Now the ex-roommate is being evicted and is not happy about it.
A resident reported that his son’s mother is calling him and harassing him over child support. He claims that he is not on the birth certificate and doesn’t want to give her any more money because he doesn’t trust her. He was referred to court.
A citizen has been receiving harassing and disturbing calls at work from his wife’s ex-husband. His voice mailbox has been filled up on a several occasions.
A resident reported that a married male subject, whom she met through a mutual friend and whose children associate with hers, is calling, text messaging, and may have been seen near her residence. She has advised him that his contacts are unwanted. PPO information was provided to her, and the Officer’s attempt to follow up with suspect produced negative results.
A student that was dropped from Niles School was overheard making what appeared to be threats against an administrator. Her father was called in and she was interviewed, warned, and released.
Assaults
Wooded area north of Baker School, Rochester and Torpey, 5/30, 3:50 pm. A 9-year-old male from Troy was shot with a BB gun while he and a companion were in the woods. The responsible suspect was described as a white male, 14 years, brown/short/wavy hair, multi-colored striped shirt. The suspect fled on foot. The victim sustained a minor injury to the upper right side of his chest.
Montclair, 5/30, 4:30 pm. A 42-year-old male from Rochester Hills assaulted a 42-year-old male at 4:00 am at the victim’s home in Troy, after the suspect’s wife and a female friend reportedly stopped by to visit the victim. The suspect arrived shortly thereafter and demanded that his wife leave with him, which she and her friend did. Later that day, the suspect returned and assaulted the victim on his front porch, punching and kicking him. While doing so, he accused the victim of being a negative influence on his wife regarding her substance abuse. The suspect left, but his wife appeared shortly thereafter to apologize for her husband’s behavior. The suspect returned while she was there and made additional threats to the victim before leaving. Officers eventually tracked the suspect down at his residence and arrested him.
Vandalisms
Avalon, 5/30, 10:30 pm –11:00 pm. A 1986 Chrysler 5th Avenue had the rear passenger side door window shattered and a large dent in passenger side door from rocks thrown at vehicle.
Robart, 5/27-5/28, 11:30 pm – 12:00 am. A 2004 Mazda parked in drive had the word “enjoy” painted on it with fluorescent paint, as well as two slurpees dumped on the roof. There have been 4 similar attacks in the past. The owner and her 17-year-old son suspect 2 females from Troy, a16-year-old and a14-year-old, who were recently found responsible for one of the prior attacks.
Vehma, 1170 Chicago, 5/31, 8:30am – 9:00 am. A 1990 Honda motorcycle parked in the lot had a hole burned in the seat with an unknown object.
Magneti & Marelli, 1389 Wheaton, 6/1, 12:00 am - 4:00 am. An illuminated business sign attached to building was damaged by rocks.
Kamax, 500 W. Long Lake, 5/31, 3:00 pm – 11:00 pm. A 2004 Saturn Vue had the side window and taillight broken and the side of the vehicle was gouged.
Indecent Exposure
Firefighter’s Park, 5/27, A 14 year old female reported that while she and two friends were near the swing equipment, a suspect approached and exposed his genitals to them. The 14 year old’s mother arrived as the suspect was fleeing on foot towards the north end of the park. The suspect is a white male, 45-48 years old, 5’10, brown/short/straight hair, white t-shirt, black shorts, tennis shoes, white crew socks.
Arrests
14 Mile and Dequindre, 5/28, 5:50 pm. A 49-year-old male from Sterling Heights was stopped for not wearing a seatbelt. He had a warrant and was arrested. A 9mm semi-automatic handgun was found in the center armrest compartment. He had no permit to carry it. He was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon. His 11-year-old son, who was sitting in the front passenger seat, was transported home.
Marathon Station, 3400 Rochester, 5/30, 10:50 pm. Officer located a 1998 Nissan Pathfinder parked on the grass on the gas station property. A witness had just reported that the vehicle was driving erratically on the freeway, as well as striking the center median barrier at one point. The car had damage consistent with the described crash. The driver initially denied crashing, and then stated he hit the guardrail when he dropped a cigarette. The 36-year-old male driver from Troy was in possession of crack cocaine, and was arrested for driving under the influence of cocaine and Possession of Crack Cocaine.
Robinwood and Van Courtland, 5/27, 9:20 pm. Officer observed ’97 Honda Civic driving through the neighborhood at high speeds. Officer lost track of it at one point due to the speeds. Four different residents noted the erratic driving and provided the officer with direction as to the vehicle’s last location as it passed them. The vehicle was eventually located and stopped. Various implements of marijuana smoking paraphernalia were located in the car and passenger’s purse. The 19-year-old male driver and his 18-year-old female passenger, both from Troy, had been drinking. Both were arrested and charged with Possession of Narcotics Paraphernalia and Minor Consuming Alcohol.
Rochester and Long Lake, 5/31, 3:06 pm. Officers stopped a vehicle after observing a passenger smoking what appeared to be a marijuana pipe. The 20-year-old male passenger from Troy was in possession of a pipe with a small amount of marijuana that he had been smoking. He was arrested.
Harvest and Euclid, 6/1, 9:21 pm. A witness observed a 1992 Dodge Shadow park on the street, then saw 5 teens exit and walk into the nearby woods. Three subjects eventually returned to the car after officers arrived. They claimed that they were out of gas and had cut through woods looking for a gas station. The 17-year-old female driver from Sterling Heights was arrested after a marijuana bong was discovered under the front passenger seat of her car. She was also cited for minor in possession of tobacco, that being several packs of cigarettes and a cigar found in the car. Her 17-year-old female companion from Troy was cited and released for minor in possession of tobacco. The third 17-year-old female from Sterling Heights was not in violation of any laws or ordinances and was released at the scene.
In addition to those outlined above, the following arrests were also made during the period:
Drunk Driving: 8
Retail Fraud: 11
Driver Licensing Violations: 12
Warrants: 4
Alcohol and Drug Offenses
Taco Bell, 3268 Rochester, 5/31, 6:58 pm. Officers responded to a report that two males were in a car in the lot vomiting. Officers found the 17-year-old male driver from Troy passed out with his head hanging out the open door. There was vomit under his face on the ground. He had a blood alcohol level of .11% on a Preliminary Breath Test (PBT). His 16-year-old male passenger from Troy was passed out in the back seat. He had a blood alcohol level of .10% on a PBT. Both were transported to the station, where their parents were called to pick them up. Both were cited for Minor Consuming Alcohol.
Retail Fraud
Blockbuster, 4060 Rochester, 5/28 Shelby Twp. PD arrested 17 and 18 year old males from Fraser after they stole video games from a Blockbuster in their town. The two suspects were in the Troy store earlier in the day and may have stolen some from there, as well.
Discharge Object at Motor Vehicle
Crooks and Long Lake, 5/28, 5:05 pm. A 16-year-old driver and 14-year-old passenger reported that the occupants of a 2005 Ford Explorer pulled up next to them. The 14 year old saw what appeared to be a handgun pointed from the Explorer. The driver heard a thud, as if his vehicle was struck by something. They followed the Explorer to an address on Joshua and called the police. Officers located the 18-year-old driver from Birmingham, and identified his passengers as 16 and 18 year old males from Chesterfield. The driver stated that neither he nor his passengers were shooting paintballs from the car. When asked for consent to search it, he initially refused. The driver’s grandmother is the registered owner, and eventually she along with the driver, consented. A paintball gun and ammo were found under the front passenger seat. The driver explained that he recently moved and indicated it was probably left over from the move.
Disorderly Person
Beach Rd., 5/28, 2:15 pm. A resident at a group home became agitated when her fan was used without her permission. The fan was returned and she settled down.
Stolen Autos
On 6/1 at 9:42 am, Detroit PD recovered 2005 Dodge Ram that had been stolen from Bowl One in Troy on 3/31. The vehicle was completely burned and the plate was missing.
Suspicious Vehicle
Sunoco Station, 2017 Livernois, 5/29, 3:12 am. A witness observed a blue Ford Explorer driven by a white male in the lot near the front of the business on 5/22 and 5/29 in the early morning hours. The vehicle drove off when the witness drove into the area. A business representative located what appeared to be pry marks on the front door on 5/22.
Domestic / Family Trouble / Neighbor Trouble / Miscellaneous
A resident reported that she and her husband continue to live together while they divorce. He is threatening her over his suspicions regarding her having an affair.
Officers were summoned to a medical facility in Madison Heights, where a female resident was being treated for minor injuries, which she alleged she sustained in an assault by her husband at their Troy residence. Officers were unable to make contact with the suspect.
A witness reported seeing a male chasing a female near a teal Chevy Corsica in the lot at Standard Federal Bank, Long Lake and Rochester, on 5/28, at 5:55 pm. The male appeared to be carrying some kind of object and was trying to strike the female with it. The vehicle and occupants were gone when officers arrived and an area check proved negative. The witness stated the male threw something out the window as they drove away. A silver bar with a black lock attached was found on the street just outside the lot.
Troy Officers responded to four incidents involving family troubles/domestic disputes where investigation revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no formal enforcement action taken/required.
Troy Officers responded to one incident involving an individual experiencing emotional/psychological difficulty and assisted with transport to the hospital for evaluation/commitment.
A citizen reported that funds were being deducted from his paycheck at a local business that was supposed to have been being deposited into his IRA. When he discovered that the IRA deposits had not been made, he approached the business owner, who advised him that the situation would be corrected. Thus far only $5000.00 out of $14,000.00 owed has been deposited.
A Troy PD K-9 Unit assisted Birmingham PD with a building search at scene of burglary at local school. Suspects not located.
A resident called the police when a neighbor removed some plastic lawn edging, which the resident had installed along what he believes to be the property line. Apparently the neighbor who removed it disagrees as to the location of that line. Both were advised to obtain a survey.
A resident confronted a male who uses his property to cut through to an area park. The resident reported that the subject constantly does this while walking with his unleashed Pit-bull. Today, when the resident confronted him, the subject threatened him with the dog. Other neighbors made similar complaints about the cut-throughs. Officers spoke to the subject, who denied making any threats, and explained that his dog went after a squirrel. He was advised of the local ordinances regarding maintaining a dog on a leash, as well as trespassing.
A resident had the lot line surveyed and staked with metal rods as a result of border dispute with a neighbor. She found one of the stakes removed and pushed into the ground near the sidewalk. She suspects the neighbor.
If you have any information on any of the cases cited please contact the Troy Police Department.
Fatal Crash
On May 30, 2005 at around noon, Troy Police, Fire, and Alliance EMS personnel responded to a crash at Big Beaver and John R. Investigation at the scene determined that a burgundy 1998 Buick Le Sabre driven by a 59-year-old female from Warren, was westbound on Big Beaver when it ran the red signal at the intersection of Big Beaver and John R. It struck a silver 2005 Pontiac Sunfire that was southbound on John R. Ms. Catherine Mary Kennedy, 21 years old from Troy, was driving the Sunfire. She had to be extricated from the vehicle by Troy Fire Department personnel. She was transported to Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital, where she died from injuries sustained in the crash. Her 17-year-old sister was in the front passenger seat. She sustained serious injuries and was also transported to Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital. The 59-year-old female who was driving the Buick also sustained serious injuries. She was transported to Royal Oak Beaumont Hospital, as well. The road was closed for approximately two and a half hours while investigators processed the scene. Several prescription bottles of pills were found in the purse of the driver of the Buick, many of them with different names on them. The exact nature of those medications, as well as whether or not the driver had taken any of them and their possible effects, is still under investigation. A search warrant for her blood was obtained and toxicology reports are pending. The crash is still under investigation. Pending the reconstruction and toxicology reports, it will be presented to the Oakland County Prosecutor’s Office for review regarding charges. Anyone who may have witnessed the crash or might have any information that is relevant and has not been interviewed by an investigator yet is asked to contact the Troy Police Fatal Crash Investigation Unit at 248-524-3427.
Troy Police Department conveys deepest sympathy at the passing of Troy School Superintendant, Dr. Janet Jopke
The members of this organization experienced a great sadness and a true sense of loss when informed of the passing of Troy Schools Superintendent Doctor Janet Jopke. Doctor Jopke was a true pillar of leadership and vision in this community. She will be missed not only for her professional contributions, but also on a truly personal level. Not often is a community fortunate to experience the optimism and hope for every individual that leaders like Doctor Jopke embrace and seek to carry out. She had a belief in human potential, and constantly endeavored to create environments within which that potential could be actualized. She not only leaves behind a legacy of excellence in education, but a true conviction that every person is capable of achievement. Those who were fortunate to work with her have lost a partner, mentor, and example. Her dedication to the students and academic staff of the Troy School District will live on well into the future. Her life will shine on in the hearts and minds of past, present, and future students and their families. Her vision will remain alive and will be reflected in the hallways and classrooms of every school in this district. She changed lives; she impacted a community; and her memory will be carried forward in the creative minds that she touched throughout her life. We will truly miss her. Our heartfelt thoughts go out to her family and colleagues at this most difficult time. We at the Troy Police Department seek to walk humbly with her memory, and keep her close in our hearts as we continue to pursue her vision of excellence for this community.
Crime Prevention Tips
If you witness a crime:
- get involved
- call the police
- It is easier to catch a criminal if we are called right away, while they are still in the area.
The Graduation season brings celebrations, parties and alcohol consumption. Unfortunately we also see an increase in drunk driving.
Be responsible, if you drink, DO NOT DRIVE!
If you serve alcohol, make sure that your guests make it home safely.
Don’t serve alcohol to underaged children
We all must share the roads, don’t risk the lives of others or yourself. It is not a good idea to mix Alcohol with other activities like boating or swimming. If you drink, do it in moderation and don’t drive or put yourself and other at risk.
Things that can be done to combat auto theft and larcenies from autos include:
- Installing a car alarm.
- Using steering-wheel locking applications like the club etc.
- Applications of a hidden kill switch to the ignition system.
- Park in a well lit well traveled area if possible.
- Always maintain security of vehicle keys.
- Do not leave anything of value in your vehicle in plain view.
- Always lock your vehicle doors.
- Never leave a vehicle unattended while running.
- There is a trend of things being stolen from vehicles in the parking lots of fitness centers and fun centers. While going to these places, be extra careful to remove all items of value and secure your vehicle.
Always secure your doors and windows.
- Garages and door walls are targets for thieves.
- Always ensure your garage door and pedestrian doors are secured.
- Do not leave garage door remote controls in cars not parked in the garage.
- Use 1 ½’’ dowel rod in the track of all sliding glass windows and doors to help prevent them from opening.
- It has been proven time and time again that the proper use and application of physical security will stop a would-be burglar.
- Always keep control of all your property.
- Your belongings are not safe while you are playing sports or at work unless you have them properly locked or are in possession of them.
- Thieves wait for the right time and will take property quickly.
- Unfortunately you cannot always trust co-workers or other business associates.
- Do not rely on others to watch your belongings. If they fail, you will be the victim, not them.
Fraud Prevention:
- Remember nothing that is worth anything is free.
- Never give any personal information out to an unknown source over the phone or Internet.
(If someone asks for personal information, ask to speak to his or her supervisor and inform them you will be calling the Police to make a fraud report.)
No reputable business will call you or email you for this information!!!
- If you receive a phone call or email telling you that you have won something that you did not apply for, it is more than likely a fraud.
- No legitimate organization will not ask for any money or a Credit Card number in order to claim a prize
- Protect yourself against identity theft by shredding all documents and safe guarding your account numbers, social security numbers and credit card numbers.
- Always maintain your credit cards and secure the credit card numbers.
- If you suspect that you have been the victim of credit fraud, call your credit card company and have them run a query of your charges.
- Never give your bank account numbers over the phone. Especially if unsolicited!
Identity theft continues to be the fastest growing crime in the world, and the city of Troy is no exception. We continually get reports of identity theft and fraud on a regular basis.
While it may not be totally avoidable, detecting the early signs of identity theft is one of the best ways to avoid extensive losses and damage to your credit history.
If your wallet/purse etc. gets stolen, cancel all stolen credit and ATM cards immediately.
Checking your credit history regularly is a great way to keep appraised on the status of your credit.
Here are three sources for checking your credit history:
(The titles are links to the webpages)
Equifax
1-800-525-6282
Experian
1-888-397-3742
TransUnion
1-800-680-7289
For more information visit:
US Dept. of Justice ID theft
DO NOT use illegal drugs
DO NOT drive and endanger the lives of everyone if you have consumed alcohol or drugs.
If you are under 21 years of age, IT IS ILLEGAL to consume or possess alcohol.
Vandalism Prevention
The best way to protect yourself from this crime, or from being held financially responsible for the acts of your kids, is to know where your children are, what they are doing, and whom their friends are. Kids are very tech-savvy, and use the latest means to communicate. We have had numerous cases where middle and high-school aged kids have made clandestine plans using their home computer and instant-messaging programs (AIM, Yahoo Messenger, etc.) to communicate with their friends, unbeknownst to their parents (no phones ringing in the middle of the night.) They sneak out of the house and meet up to go and commit all sorts of crimes. This is not only illegal, but it is very dangerous.
Talk with your kids and encourage them to tell you about any problems with other kids.
Monitor your child’s instant messages.
Don’t put computers with Internet access in their bedrooms.
Lock the doors to the house and set alarms when you go to bed.
Make a habit of checking on the kids, no matter what age, in the middle of the night, just to make sure they are where they are supposed to be (especially when hosting sleepovers.) Let them know that you are checking.
Check your vehicles for new damage or signs of being involved in vandalism - Mud on tires or wheel-wells, baseball bats with gouges or glass in them, egg cartons, knives or other sharp objects that are out of place in a car, cans of spray paint or shaving cream (yes shaving cream and eggs damage paint.)
If you suspect that your kids have been out vandalizing property, or committing any other crimes, you can contact the Police Department Juvenile Unit, or Troy Youth Assistance for advice.
Juvenile Unit – 248-524-3451
Youth Assistance - 248-823-5095
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