Minneapolis Police 3rd PCT Sector 4 Community Bulletin (Cooper, Hiawatha, Howe, Longfellow, Seward) Week of September 25,

2012 to October 2, 2012 Residential/Garage burglaries Date Time occurred 9/26 8:41 a.m. 8:45 p.m. 9/27 9/28 9/29 9/30 9/30 9/30 10/1 10/1 10:30 p.m. 7:15 a.m. 3:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. 6:40 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 11:20 p.m. 11:30 p.m. 8:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 4:45 a.m. 4:48 a.m. Location 36xx Snelling 33xx 37 Ave S 41xx 46 Ave S 27xx 30 Ave S 42xx Minnehaha 45xx 45 Ave S 44xx 44 Ave S Entry Gained entry by forcing open the overhead door Gained entry through unlocked service door. Gained entry through an unlocked service door. Gained entry by forcing rear door. Gained entry through unlocked door. Gained entry through unlocked service door. Gained entry through unlocked service door. In this case the resident seen two individuals in their back yard and went out to investigate and a third party came out the garage on the residents bike. They were not able to I.D. suspects Stolen Bike, tools, food from freezer in garage Bike Wallet containing cash, scrap metal T.V. Bike Bike Bike

MPD Sector 4 Highlights

Sector 4 continues to be hit hard with bike theft I have include some tips that you can share with neighbors on how to prevent bike theft please pass along to neighbors on your block.

Tips to prevent bicycle theft

Always lock unattended bicycles! Use a lock resistant to cutting, breaking or picking(example: a U-lock). Make sure both wheels are locked, either by removing one and U-locking it with the other and the frame or by using an auxiliary lock on one. You can also purchase devices that replace the cam and the lever on quick release wheels and seats with a keyed system. Lock the bicycle to something stationary, preferably where you and others can see it. Note that it is illegal in Minneapolis to lock bikes in a manner that will impede normal pedestrian or traffic movement. (Minneapolis Ordinance 490.150)

 Properly secure garages or storage units where bicycles are kept. Lock your bike inside the garage by the same techniques as listed above. Remove any bicycle components and accessories that are easily taken. Be observant. Call 911 if you see suspicious activity. How to report stolen or lost bicycles Call 911 to report a theft in progress, from a dwelling or storage unit, or when evidence is left behind (e.g., fingerprints, tools, video surveillance).

Call 311 or 612-673-3000 to make a police report if you did not witness the theft in progress or if no evidence was left behind.
To request a database search of recovered bicycles, contact Property and Evidence at 612-673-2932. They are open Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tips to increase the odds of a stolen bike being returned Record the make, model, and especially the serial number on your bicycle. Keep this information in a safe place; it is essential to recovering bicycles. Photographs may also help.

Tips on how to prevent home burglaries:

Keep your doors locked at all timeseven when you are home. Check your windows to make sure they are secured. Basement windows may need additional reinforcement. For additional information about window security, go to: www.ci.minneapolis.mn.us/police/crime-prevention/docs/WINSEC.pdf Be extra cautious about your neighborhood. Trust your instincts. Call 911 if you see anything suspicious. Talk to your neighbors about these incidents and ask them to be alert to suspicious activity. We need everyones help. If you dont have a block club or it has been inactive, now is the time to get active. When electronics or larger items are stolen, providing serial numbers of stolen items to the responding officers is important to help in the recovery of your items and in the prosecution of the suspect(s). What you can do now: o Take some time now and document the serial numbers of any valuables that have numbers on it. o Take pictures of your belongings. This would not only help in a criminal case but has helped a few residents filing insurance claims when they had a fire in their home. o Keep this list and photos somewhere safe, like your office or safe deposit box If you are a victim of burglary, report it immediately by calling 911. Inform the responding officers if you see something that may have been handled or left behind by the suspect (cigarette butt, pop can, etc.). No Burglaries of Business for the week of September 25, 2012 October 2, 2012 Date Time occurred Location Description of Suspect Robbery Identification
Shun Tillman Crime Prevention Specialist

3rd Precinct CCP/SAFE 3000 Minnehaha Ave South Minneapolis, MN 55406 shun.tillman@ci.minneapolis.mn.us