YCSO Burglary Suspect March 2012
Sedona AZ (February 28, 2012) – The Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office investigated three reported residential burglaries February 27, 2012 in Sedona.
All Village of Oak Creek incidents occurred on the same date.
- Deer Pass Road south of Verde Valley School Road – occurred between 9 am and 12:30 PM – home ransacked – 2 “ Colt” handguns stolen – method of entry info pending.
- Regan Road 100 Block – occurred between 9 AM and 2:30 PM – home ransacked – jewelry and other items missing – method of entry info pending.
- Deerfield Road 60 Block – occurred between 5 AM and 9:45 PM — some ransacking inside the home– stolen items include a rifle with bayonet, turquoise cross, green duffle bag, bottle of wine – method of entry was a sliding glass door which had been forced open.
Any information or eye witness reports should be directed to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office. The public is encouraged to report suspicious activities to the police for the appropriate follow-through. Citizens can contact the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office with information or questions at 928-771-3260 or the YCSO website www.ycsoaz.gov.
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Greetings –
Since the initial reports from February 27, detectives have developed possible leads in these cases and have been working to identify suspects. This investigation is a priority and updates will be made available when I am notified.
Further background – Entry into these homes was by force – usually through a sliding door. All the burglaries likely occurred over a relatively short time span during the day. This does not preclude further potential activity by suspects during darkness, but YCSO would ask residents who are home during the day to remain extra alert to suspicious activity. Detectives indicate there could be as many as 3 suspects. Generally, in burglaries with multiple suspects, one may act a lookout – be aware of someone engaging in this type of behavior in or around unoccupied homes.
When detectives are able to release further regarding their progress, I will notify you immediately. Please remain on alert – your efforts and leads are greatly appreciated. Deputies are providing extra patrols as time permits.
Dwight D’Evelyn
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office
Attention VOC residents – 2 more burglaries were reported yesterday, March 1st — one in the 2900 block of Verde Valley School Road and one in the 1000 block of Lee Mountain Road – Entry was by force and involved sliding glass doors —- both occurred during daylight hours. A possible suspect vehicle was identified – 1988 Subaru – Arizona license plates — last 4 numbers on the plate are 0767 – vehicle is dark green or grey with chipped paint – 4 door station wagon style. Sedona Police are also working residential burglaries in their area that likely involve the same suspects. YCSO detectives were on scene throughout the evening gathering evidence and working leads. Please call 911 if you see this vehicle. Updates will follow.
Thanks –
Dwight D’Evelyn
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office
CANCEL the wants on the Subaru vehicle mentioned in the prior email alert. Detectives have located the vehicle and determined it is not involved in the burglaries. The investigation continues and updates will be provided as soon as available. Some of you have called my office after hours to report suspicious persons or vehicles. Instead, PLEASE remember to call YCSO directly to report these incidents so a deputy can be dispatched promptly. Thanks for your attention and assistance.
Dwight D’Evelyn
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office
The following information was provided by Sedona Police Chief Cota. NEWS RELEASE City of Sedona ▪ 102 Roadrunner Drive ▪ Sedona, AZ 86336 For Immediate Release: March 5, 2012
Contact: Commander Marlayne Hatler Phone: 928-203-5006; Fax: 928-282-0622
Residential Burglaries Happening Around Sedona
Over the past four days, Sedona Police Department has received reports of four residential burglaries: Garnet Hill Dr, Zane Grey Dr, Badger Dr and Morgan Rd. Entry was gained through a rear door and the homeowner’s luggage or similar container was used to take items out of the home. Items taken from these homes included jewelry and portable safes with personal papers.
Sedona Police Detectives are conducting follow up investigation on these crimes to develop leads to assist in identifying the person(s) involved in committing these offenses. The detectives are working closely with investigators from the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office who are looking into similar burglaries that have recently occurred in the Village of Oak Creek.
While the police department is hopeful that these suspects can be identified, there are some basic measures that residents can take to increase the security of their homes.
These include:
• Make it a habit to lock and secure your doors and windows even when leaving for a short period of time. This includes setting your alarm system.
• If you are going to out of town for a few days, let a trusted neighbor know when you will be out of town and whether or not there should be anyone at your home.
• Setting your alarm even if you do have someone checking on the house or feeding your pets.
• Utilizing the Sedona Police Department’s Vacation Property Watch Program.
The service is free and can be obtained by registering on-line through the Police Department at http://www.sedonaaz.gov or calling the Police Department at 928-282-3100.
• Immediately report any suspicious activity in your neighborhood. You know what is normal and who should be in your neighborhood. Please call the Sedona Police Department at 982-282-3100 to report anything suspicious or out of the ordinary.
Please remember, if you should arrive home and discover an open door or a damaged door, do not go in your home as someone may still be in your house. Return to your vehicle or go to a neighbor’s house and call 9-1-1 or the Sedona Police Department at 928-282-3100.
Two young men ages 19 and 20 were arrested in Camp Verde AZ for an attempted burglary which may or may not be connected to the Sedona or VOC break-ins. The investigation is still in its early stages and the City of Sedona Police will work with YCSO to share information.
Community Watch Notification! Be alert!
The Association was informed this morning that one of the residences at Cachet in Las Piedras Subdivision was broken into this past Friday.
There have been 9 break ins of which 4 were in the Village of Oak Creek and 5 were in Sedona since last Saturday.
They are doing it during the day while the residents are going out for quick groceries, etc.
Please be very alert to the vehicles, people roaming the streets, etc. that might look suspicious or don’t belong in the area. Contact the police if you do.
Please share with friends and neighbors. Sent from a Pine Valley resident: I was out walking my dog just now and found two Yavapai Cty patrol cars parked on Valley Vista Drive; the Deputies are walking around knocking on doors and talking to people. They told me there have been two robberies out here in PV and they are trying to figure out how they operate. They seem to know when homes are vacant, even if for just a few hours. They want us to watch out for strange cars slowly cruising around and any other unusual behavior. One tactic used in VOC and Sedona is to knock on the front door and, if anyone answers, ask if the car outside is for sale or if this is where the item on Craig’s List is for sale; if no one answers they go around and come in through the back, sometimes leaving someone out front to watch for returning homeowners.
(If you notice anything out of the ordinary, call the police. If you had a stranger approach you with a question, call the police and report a description and other helpful information. It may be innocent query but if enough coincidental information adds up, the culprits may be discovered.)
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Subject: Possible ID of Vehicle – Las Piedras eMail Bulletin
It has been reported that the police are on the lookout for a Silver Toyota Tundra with a logo on the side for possible “Septic” service. This vehicle may be involved in the recent robberies.
Detectives Continue Investigation into Village of Oak Creek / Sedona Burglaries- Person of Interest Composite Attached (see story above)
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office detectives continue their investigation into 7
residential burglaries occurring since late February of this year in the Village of
Oak Creek. While canvassing target areas in recent days, detectives were told
about a man who had been going door to door checking to see if people were
home and claiming to have car trouble. A composite sketch of the man was
completed. The man is likely in his 20’s with light complexion and small pits in
his face as depicted in the sketch. His height was estimated at between 5’- 07”
and 6’-02” with an “average” build.
In the majority of these burglaries, the suspect or suspects used force to enter
sliding or french doors at the REAR of the property. The majority of items stolen include jewelry, cash, coins, tools, and some cases, firearms. Most of these burglaries have occurred during daylight hours.
YCSO is asking all residents to pay special attention to suspicious persons in their neighborhoods, especially if approached at home. In many cases, homeowner victims were away for long periods of time and had not alerted a trusted neighbor to watch their home. Also, consider storing valuables in a
safe place if your home will be unoccupied for extended time period. If you have an alarm, use it.
Streets involved in this crime series include Horse Canyon, Wildflower Circle, Lee Mountain, Verde Valley School Road, Deerfield Road, Regan Road and Deer Pass Road. Detectives are also coordinating efforts with Sedona Police detectives who are investigating several similar burglaries.
Please contact YCSO immediately to report suspicious activity of this nature. If you see an apparent burglary in progress, call 911. Anyone with information regarding this person of interest or the burglary series in general, please call Detective Todd Swaim at 928-567-7710.
Sedona Police Department Reports Recent Burglaries
Within the last couple of weeks, the Sedona Police Department responded to 2 additional burglaries in areas on both the east and west sides of the City. We are asking the public to report any suspicious or unusual activity they may see in their neighborhoods. We need the assistance of the community to keep our neighborhoods safe and crime free.
Should you have any information, please contact SPD at 928-282-3100.