Troy Police Crime Alert

Skateworld, 2825 E. Maple, 12/2, 1100 hrs. A 16-year-old male complainant from Sterling Heights stated while he was at a locker, a 16-year-old male from Hazel Park punched him in the face. His 18-year-old brother stated when he tried to separate the two; the Hazel Park youth punched him in the mouth. The 16 year old believes the suspect is upset with him over an issue relating to a girl.


Probation Office, 1151 Crooks, 12/7, 1012 hrs. A 46-year-old female on probation with prohibitions against consuming alcohol blew .07 on mandatory PBT. The advising judge directed she be brought before him as a result of the violation.


N/B I-75 N/O Wattles, 12/4-12/5, 1700-0800 hrs. Complainant reported he left his ’92 Chevy Camaro on the shoulder of the freeway when it broke down. When he returned, it was gone. There was no record that it had been impounded.

Kirts, 12/4-12/5, 1800-0500 hrs. ’94 Ford F150 P/U stolen from lot.

John R, 12/5-12/6, 1230-0800 hrs. ’97 Dodge Neon parked in lot of apartment complex stolen.

Kirts, 12/6, 0330-1200 hrs. A ’02 Suzuki motorcycle stolen. Apparently the motorcycle was in need of significant repairs, but the engine worked. Complainant explained it had been used as a stunt vehicle; he purchased it at an auction.


Game Stop, 326 John R, 12/5, 0600-0630 hrs. Officers responded to report of a motion alarm with glass breakage. Upon arrival they heard an audible alarm sounding, as well as located tire marks indicating a car had struck the front door and front window, breaking the glass and creating an opening. It appears nothing was taken.

Kirts, 12/6-112/7, 2300-1300 hrs. Someone entered locked apartment building by unknown means and attempted to break into the coin box on the coin-operated washing machine. Theft was unsuccessful.

Wireless Giant, 35 E. Maple, 12/7, 0515 hrs. Front door smashed to gain access. Unknown number of cell phones stolen.

Three Oaks, 12/2-12/7 Vacant second floor apartment entered apparently from unsecured door wall. Burn marks discovered in carpet; what appeared to be coal found in kitchen area and tub.



Zenith Mortgage Group, 11/24-11/27 Complainant discovered 8 counterfeit checks drawn against his business account for approximately $2200.00. Checks written to various stores.

Complainant received a call at 0415 hrs. from a male claiming to be a representative from SBC. He advised they were having problems with her phone exchange, which required her to leave it off the hook. She did so for approximately three hours then hung it up. He called back protesting; when she challenged him further he hung up. SBC does not make these kinds of requests. Although yet unknown, incidents such as this in the past have been related to suspects tying into victim’s open phone line to make excessive long distance calls against victim’s account; usually over-seas calls.

Complainant discovered $1262.00 of unauthorized withdrawals from her checking account apparently using her ATM card.

Hollywood Market, 2670 W. Maple, 8/10-10/13. Complainant reported discovering approximately $6000.00 of fraudulent withdrawals made against the business account using the Internet.

Marshall Field’s, 500 W. 14 Mile, 12/1, 1859 hrs. LPO’s discovered after the fact that the female suspect passed four counterfeit $100.00 VISA Traveler’s checks. Each check was passed at a separate transaction. Each transaction was for an amount less than $100.00 and cash back for the difference was obtained by the suspect, along w/the items purchased. All four checks contained the same serial number.

Complainant reported being contacted by a credit card company regarding an over-due credit account for over $1000.00. Complainant stated he never opened such an account, but discovered the billing address was that of a former employee/associate.

A 70-year-old male complainant from Troy reported a female called claiming to be a Custom’s Agent with a package for him containing $480,000.00. She advised complainant he needed to wire $2800.00 via Western Union to a person/address in Canada to accomplish delivery of package. Complainant did not comply.

Card Solutions, 1260 Rankin, 12/5. Complainant reported processing orders by phone and e-mail using various credit card numbers. The first order/shipment was made to an address in New Jersey. It apparently went through without incident. Two additional orders were made using two different credit card numbers to the same address. A check on those card numbers revealed the cards stolen. The shipment was not made. During same time period, complainant got a call/e-mail from another subject indicating he was referred by the subject who turned out to be involved in the above transactions. He provided a credit card number, which initially cleared, and the shipment was sent to an address in Indianapolis. Complainant was later contacted by credit card company advising the card used was stolen. The recovery of $3800.00 charged for the shipment is now in question.

Complainant reported receiving letters from a collection agency for checks he had never written at several locations, including three stores in Troy. He checked his account and discovered no fraudulent activity as of yet, therefore the checks written in complainant’s name and address may have been counterfeited.


Troy Officers responded to two incidents involving family troubles/domestic disputes where investigation revealed no assaults or other crimes occurred, therefore no formal enforcement action taken/required.

Complainant reported receiving numerous calls from her ex-husband of three years voicing his disgruntlement over recent problems involving their son. Apparently the subject lives out of state, however upon her return home she discovered tire and footprints in the fresh snow in her drive and around her house. She was concerned he was back. Area check proved negative.

A 17 year old reported his 19-year-old brother assaulted one of his friends in the basement, and when he tried to intervene on his friend’s behalf, his brother came after him. When their mother tried to intervene, the 19 pushed her to the ground. Apparently the 19 year old has been assaultive in the past. The 19 year old fled the house prior to officers’ arrival. Investigation continues.

Complainant reported her 18-year-old son dropped his cell phone down a furnace duct that was uncovered due to repairs. He proceeded to go to the basement to the ductwork where he felt the phone might have lodged. Instead of taking it apart, he began kicking it until it broke. After failing to find the phone, he went upstairs and began slamming doors and cabinets. When she confronted him, he punched her in the head, chest, and stomach and then fled the residence. Investigation continues.

Complainant reports she has a PPO against ex-husband. She noticed an SUV follow her from work to a store. She then noticed her ex’s new wife inside the same store. She is concerned he is using new wife to follow/stalk her on his behalf.


Big Beaver and Troy Center, 12/7, 2135 hrs. Officers stopped vehicle for running a stop sign and attempted to pull it over. The vehicle continued driving and officers observed the driver making reaching movements around the interior of the car. It eventually stopped. Upon approach, a baggie of marijuana was observed between the driver’s feet on the floorboard. The 18-year-old male driver from Troy was arrested. A search of the interior of the vehicle using a narcotics dog revealed a 13.8-gram bag of marijuana concealed under the driver’s side dashboard.


Lovington, 12/3-12/4, 2000-0230 hrs. Complainant stated she locked her apartment before going out. She returned and noticed nothing out of order. The next day she discovered two coats and a diamond ring missing from inside the apartment. No sign of forced entry.

Adams, 12/2, 0915-1150 hrs. Complainant returned home to find rear window broken and unlocked. House gone through; approximately cash, jewelry, and several electronic items stolen. Exit via rear door wall.

Roger, 12/3-12/5 Complainant reported she noticed pry marks on her front door along jam, however the door was not compromised. It appeared suspect gained access to covered porch via an unlocked screen door, but not to the interior of the residence. Nothing taken. Complainant suspects a relative who has a drug problem and was just evicted from his home within the past two days may have been trying to find refuge in her home.


Homewood, 12/7, 0830-1030 hrs. Complainant left purse in unlocked vehicle parked in open attached garage. Someone entered the garage, stole her purse, and used her credit cards fraudulently at two gas stations in Bloomfield Twp.


Alameda, 11/26, 0900 hrs. Complainant reported her 19-year-old daughter approached her regarding a 21-year-old female co-worker that needed a place to stay due to an “abusive boyfriend.” Complainant allowed the arrangement. Apparently, complainant’s sister lives nearby, who also allowed subject to live in her residence some of the time. Eventually, complainant reported they noticed 21-year-old guest acting suspiciously, and suspected she might be using drugs. Complainant also grew concerned over indications 21 year old was raising money to bond her “abusive boyfriend” out of jail. Complainant advised subject she would have to move out. Complainant went to church, and when she returned she discovered subject had in fact moved out. She received a call from another female co-worker of suspect who warned her they better check their jewelry and credit card activity. They discovered numerous items of jewelry missing w/an-estimated value of several thousand dollars. No fraudulent activity on credit accounts yet. Investigation continues.

Construction Site on Sandburg, 12/2-12/3, 2330-0930 hrs. Complainant reported his Aluminum Break was on top of five ladders stacked on a pair of sawhorses and cable locked to a tree. The cable was cut and the break stolen.

Douglas Roofing, 2868 Dailey, 11/20-12/2, 1800-0930 hrs. Generator stolen from open bed of a work P/U parked in the lot. The generator was locked to the bed; the padlock was cut.

Breeze Hill, 11/16 Power washer stolen from side of residence.

Coolidge, 11/19-12/3 Complainant discovered the locked gate on her basement storage locker had been bent to allow access, and numerous household items stolen.

Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois, 12/4, 1400-1630 hrs. Complainant locked locker with a combination lock that had combination affixed to the back on a label. He discovered $85.00 in cash missing upon his return.

Troy High, 4777 Northfield, 12/1 Officer received information that a 17-year-old female student from Troy was in possession of an iPod that had been stolen from another female student. When suspect was contacted and directed to Principal’s Office, she was observed throwing something in a garbage can. Inspection of the can revealed the stolen iPod. Suspect claimed she found it in the girl’s locker room, and was in fact on her way to turn it in to the lost and found when she was summoned to the office. She stated she got scared when called to the office, so threw it away.

Farmer Jack, 3125 John R, 12/7, 1530 hrs. Complainant left her purse in the cart in the lot. When she noticed it missing she returned to find it gone.

Troy High, 4777 Northfield Parkway, 12/7, 1045-1115 hrs. Complainant stated he set his cell phone on a counter in the school’s store to try something on. When he looked to retrieve it, it was gone.


Construction Site, 3754 Rochester, 12/2-12/3, 1720-0630 hrs. Complainant reported his ’00 Ford P/U broke down, so he left it on the site. The window was stuck partially down and couldn’t be closed due to electrical failure. He returned the next day to find 80 CD’s, clothing, and the license plate stolen. The ignition switch was also damaged.

Ardmore, 12/2-12/3, 2300-0900 hrs. Driver’s door lock punched on ’98 Ford E350 and a convector heater stolen.

TJ Maxx Lot, 350 John R, 12/1, 1930 hrs. Complainant reports passenger side window of his ’05 Pontiac Grand Prix broken out and his girlfriend’s Louis Vuitton purse, which was under the front passenger side seat, stolen. Purse also contained a Louis Vuitton wallet.

Holiday Inn, 2537 Rochester Ct., 12/4-12/5, 2100-0800 hrs. Lug nuts from ’06 Chevy HHR stolen.

Holiday Inn, 2537 Rochester Ct., 12/4-12/5, 2100-1100 hrs. All four wheels/tires stolen from ’05 Chevy Monte Carlo.

Courtyard by Marriott, 1525 E. Maple, 12/4-12/5, 2030-0730 hrs. Driver’s side window smashed out of ’05 Chrysler 300 and in-dash GPS navigation and stereo systems stolen.

Bowl One, 1639 E. 14 Mile, 12/7, 1810-1930 hrs. A ’98 Chevy van had passenger side window smashed out and tools, work equipment, and a portable stereo/CD player stolen. Total value approximately $1600.00.


Jackson, 12/1-12/2, 2100-0700 hrs. Complainant discovered three tires on his car slashed. He suspects a family member who owes him money from a loan who is not paying off the debt as arranged; apparently this is not the first incident involving his vehicle being damaged.

Parking Garage Somerset North, 2800 W. Big Beaver, 12/3, 1230-1700 hrs. Complainant reported what appeared to have been a dispute over a parking space in the garage. He stated he got to the space first, but was concerned the other driver might damage his vehicle, so he obtained the plate before going shopping. Upon returning, he discovered the passenger side of his ’97 Audi keyed. Officer contacted registered owner who stated his son was at the mall w/the vehicle in question earlier. Registered owner contacted his 35-year-old son, who admitted responsibility, claiming, “He lost control.” Owner stated his son was currently in Ann Arbor seeking spiritual guidance from an advisor, but indicated his son wanted to take responsibility for his actions and remedy the situation.

Industrial Packaging Systems, 2546 Elliott, 12/2, 1700-0800 hrs. Appears pellet gun used to damage 10 windows on building; a door handle also damaged.

DJ Connolly, 2694 Elliott, 12/2-12/5, 1900-0605 hrs. Appears pellet gun used to damage front door window.

Dashwood, 12/5-12/6, 1600-1200 hrs. ’03 Ford Focus had rear window broken.

ITT Tech, 1522 E. Big Beaver, 12/6, 1630-2245 hrs. One tire slashed a second had the air let out on a ’00 Chevy Malibu.



Nordstrom, 2850 W. Big Beaver, 12/2 Complainant reported hearing male subject in the store talking on a cell phone and became concerned by the conversation that subject was looking for someone in the Shoe Department he was intent on assaulting. Subject eventually left without incident. Follow-up pending.



Nordstrom, 2850 W. Big Beaver, 12/5, 1615 hrs. LPO’s recognized suspect involved in prior retail frauds. Suspect known to select and stage merchandise, leave, and then have an associate return to steal merchandise later. Suspect was observed trying on clothes. He eventually went into a fitting room with two pair of jeans and a sweater. He exited carrying only the sweater and one pair of jeans. He went to a restroom then exited the store and mall. LPO’s located a pair of $198.00 jeans hidden under the changing table in the restroom just after suspect exited. Shortly thereafter, a 30-year-old male from Detroit entered the restroom, and then exited. A check determined the jeans were no longer under the changing table. When the 30 year old exited the store he was stopped. He was wearing the stolen jeans and was arrested.

Marshall Field’s, 500 W. 14 Mile, 12/6, 1340 hrs. Officers summoned on report that two suspects had stolen women’s clothing, fled the store, and were last seen driving away in a red Beretta. Troy Officers with the assistance of a Madison Heights officer located and stopped the suspect vehicle on the S/B entrance ramp to I-75 from W/B 14 Mile. When the 18-year-old female passenger from Detroit exited, it was noted she was wearing two pair of jeans, one of which had just been stolen. A stolen watch was located in her coat pocket. She admitted stealing the items, along with a shirt that was found inside the car. She stated she was attending a birthday party for herself later that day, and she didn’t have anything to wear. The investigation revealed she had stolen additional items, for a total of $195.99. Investigation revealed the 18-year-old female driver from Detroit stole $118.00 worth of merchandise. Both were arrested.

7-11, 1650 Crooks, 12/7, 1400 hrs. Two males entered the store. While one hung out at the coffee station, the other walked around the store. They left without making a purchase. When complainant inspected areas where subject was walking, he discovered 15 containers of Visine missing. Complainant ran out of the store after them, yelling for them to stop, however they ran to a red ’95 Honda and fled. Suspects: B/M driving, mid 40’s, 5-7, 135; W/M – stole items, 45 years. Vehicle registers to a 48-year-old male from Detroit.


225 Cleaners, 3646 Rochester, 12/3, 1651 hrs.
Complainant reports suspect entered store and asked if there was a manger available. When she answered in the negative, the suspect presented a small black handgun and an empty paper bag; he demanded she place all the money in the bag. At that point a vehicle pulled up in front of the store and the occupant began to enter. When the suspect observed the customer approaching, he fled on foot. No money was obtained. Suspect is described as a W/M, mid 20’s, 6’0, thin build, dark hair, stubble on his face, wearing a dark blue coat, blue jeans, and a dark navy ball cap.


Gorman’s, 1465 W. Big Beaver, 12/4, 1400 hrs. Complainant discovered a rug rolled up and placed on a display near the rear exit doors of the store. A male matching the description of a suspect in recent thefts from other area Gorman’s stores was observed milling around the rug. When asked if he needed help, the suspect claimed he was looking for lamps, not rugs, showed a wad of cash, and quickly departed.

Woodgate, 12/8, 0030 hrs. Complainant reported the alarm on his son’s ’01 Ford Taurus was sounding; there was someone inside, and at least one other individual near the car. He reported the subjects fled in a ’87 GMC Suburban. Responding officers located and stopped it. The 19-year-old male driver from Madison Heights explained his stereo system, including 4 speaker boxes, two amplifiers, and an audio controller were stolen from his car last week. He developed information indicating that the youth who drove the Taurus was involved in the theft. He proceeded to the residence where he used lockout tools to gain entry into the locked Taurus were he re-claimed his property. His passengers, a 21-year-old male from Hazel Park and a 19-year-old male from Warren provided the same account. The complainant’s 22-year-old son with whom he co-owns the car was unavailable for interview, as according to complainant, he is in Oakland County Jail. The occupants of the Suburban were transported to the station, booked and released pending further investigation. The 19-year-old Suburban driver contacted the detective in charge later that morning. He explained he had the original receipts as well as a male from Madison Heights in his company. He advised they were on the way to the police station wherein he would provide the receipts and prove ownership, as well as where the subject from Madison Heights would admit he was responsible for the original theft. When they arrived, the subject from Madison Heights explained he and the 22-year-old Taurus owner stole the stereo equipment last weekend. The equipment was returned to the original owner, as he had the receipts. It appears none of the parties will be seeking prosecution against one another.




Boyd and Daily, 12/7, 1755 hrs. A ’93 Chevy Cavalier and ’01 Saturn SL1 were reportedly crashing into one another, eventually stopped, and two males, one from each car were fighting. Investigation revealed damage to both cars. The 22-year-old male from Troy driving the Saturn, claimed the Cavalier initiated the contact and it was over a dispute that started over alleged statements he made about a girl at a party a week ago. He claimed the 19-year-old male driving the Cavalier exited and began assaulting him. Investigation revealed the Cavalier was being driven by an 18-year-old female from Troy. The 19-year-old male was the passenger. The 19 year old claimed he gave the 22 year old Cavalier driver $50.00 to rent a hotel room for him, and rather than doing so, the 22 year old pocketed the money. He stated he was en-route to the 22 year old’s home to confront him about it when the 22 year old pulled up in the Saturn and began crashing into the Cavalier. The 19 year old stated he exited the Cavalier to confront the 22 year old, when the 22 year old assaulted him. Both males had minor facial injuries. A 20-year-old male from Troy who was a passenger in the Saturn filed a similar account as the 22-year-old driver. An independent witness thought the Cavalier was stopped, when it was rear-ended by the Saturn, but stated the cars’ headlights were in his eyes so he couldn’t clearly see all the events as they transpired. Investigation continues.



Troy Officers responded to one incident involving an individual experiencing emotional/psychological difficulties and assisted w/transport to the hospital for evaluation/commitment. In another case, they responded to report of a female at a store that appeared extremely disoriented. She did not know how she got there. She was transported to the hospital for evaluation and possible detox involving drugs.

Vacant Building, Livernois and Maple, 12/7, 2033 hrs. A 50-year-old male who turned out to be homeless was found sleeping in doorway of vacant building. He was transported to a shelter.



Guilty verdict returned in Leila Armin Murder Trial
The jury in this trial returned a verdict this morning finding Amir Shahideh guilty of First Degree Murder. Deliberations began Tuesday. The jury was off on Wednesday and completed deliberations this morning.


In addition to those outlined above, the following arrests were also made during the period:

Domestic Assault: 1
Drunk Driving: 2
Possession of Marijuana: 1
Trespassing: 2
Retail Fraud: 11
Warrants: 7
Drove While License Suspended: 4
Violation of Conditional Bond: 1

City of Troy Snow Advisory

The City of Troy has received in excess of 4 inches of snow. We have initiated plowing of the residential subdivision streets. A full explanation of the City of Troy snow removal procedures can be reviewed on the City of Troy Web Page

Listed below are a few tips that will assist all of us in getting through this winter.

Don't Park on the Street! Move your cars out of the street and especially cul-de-sacs into the driveways when an accumulating snow is predicted. It is difficult to maneuver trucks around on dry pavement let alone in icy conditions.

Give plows & salt trucks room to maneuver. When applying salt and plowing snow they have to change lanes, back up and make more frequent stops.

Don't pass trucks when salt is being applied or snow is being plowed. Keeping control of your vehicle can be extremely difficult.

Don't pull out into the intersection when snowplow trucks are approaching. Drivers cannot control the snow coming off the plow blade. The snow often contains rocks and other debris from the roadway.

Don't shovel snow into the street when clearing sidewalks, driveways and parking lots. This makes clearing the roadway more difficult and creates more hazardous ice patches.

Dig out Fire Hydrants - if there is a fire hydrant at your curb - please try to uncover. In the event of a fire emergency - this could help save a life by helping the fire department locate the hydrant more quickly.

Crime Prevention Tips

Holiday Safe Drinking Tips

As some might suspect, the holiday season is the most dangerous time of year for alcohol-related accidents and death. There are several reasons for this, including that more people drink during the holidays due to numerous parties and other festivities.

Many holiday drinkers don't drink often, so they have a lower tolerance for alcohol. These people often underestimate their level of impairment and sometimes drive when they shouldn't. When arrested for drunk driving, these people often show a relatively low blood alcohol content yet they are very intoxicated.

Problem drinkers and alcoholics love the holidays because there are more social occasions to drink. They say they feel more "normal" because the occasional drinkers are also more likely to abuse alcohol during this time of year. Consequently, people with alcoholism drink and drive more frequently. Unlike occasional drinkers, they have a high tolerance for alcohol and can consume large amounts before showing effects.

The holidays are busy and stressful. People are hurrying more than normal and winter road conditions make driving more dangerous. Add alcohol to this scenario and you have a recipe for disaster.

People can follow these tips to avoid an alcohol-related disaster:

Resist the pressure to drink or serve alcohol at every social event. Just because it's there does not require that you drink it. Alcohol is not a necessary ingredient for holiday cheer.

If you want to serve alcohol to your guests, offer nonalcoholic beverages as well. Make your guests feel as comfortable choosing a nonalcoholic beverage as they would choosing alcohol. You can do this by putting nonalcoholic drinks in an easily accessible place and by asking guests what they would like to drink, instead of pointing them to the bar or handing them an alcoholic drink when they arrive.

If you or your friends are going to a party and plan to drink alcohol, decide in advance who will be the designated driver. Drinking and driving is not an option.

If you are going to drink, be a responsible drinker by deciding ahead of time how many drinks you will have and stick to it. The blood alcohol content chart with this article can help you understand the relationship between blood alcohol content and level of impairment.

View Blood Level Alcohol chart.

BAC	Effects*
.02	About one drink. Light or moderate drinkers feel some effect, usually warmth and relaxation. Drivers under 21 will have their license suspended.
.04	About one and a half drinks in an hour. Most people feel relaxed, talkative, happy; the skin may flush. Fine motor coordination will be affected.
.05	About two drinks in an hour. First recognizable changes occur, with lightheadedness, giddiness, lowered inhibitions and less control of thoughts. Restraint and judgment are lessened and coordination may be slightly altered. Driving is significantly more dangerous and should be avoided.
.08	Three to five drinks in an hour. Muscle coordination is impaired and reaction time is slower. There is sensory numbness in the face and lips. Hands, arms and legs may tingle, then feel numb. Loss of self-control. Crash risk greatly increased. Legally intoxicated in most states for drivers over age 21.
.10	About five drinks in an hour. A clear deterioration of reaction time and muscle control is present. Slurred speech and a general clumsiness are present.
.15	Five to seven drinks in an hour. Balance and movement are dangerously impaired and all faculties are affected. Equivalent of one-half a pint of whisky in bloodstream.
.20	Seven to ten drinks in an hour. Motor and emotional controls are measurably affected. Slurred speech, staggering, loss of balance and double vision are present.
.30	Ten to fourteen drinks in an hour. Lack of understanding of what is seen or heard. Confusion, stupor, loss of consciousness.
.40	Ten to fifteen drinks in an hour. Unconsciousness – threshold of coma. Lethal dose for 50 percent of the population
.50	Fourteen to twenty drinks in an hour. Deep coma. Lethal dose for 75 percent of the population

For the chart above, a drink is considered to be one and one quarter ounce of liquor (a shot), four ounces of wine, or one 12-oz. beer. People who have built a high tolerance will not necessarily experience the symptoms noted but will still reach a blood alcohol content that may be dangerous. However, a high tolerance is a sign of other problems related to alcohol use.

*Please note that gender, body size and type, fatigue, recent illness, food content in stomach, altitude, age and use of other drugs and/or medications will alter the effects of alcohol in all of these quantities.