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| 2025-00062330 |
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10/15/25 1:00 PM |
OTHER FELONY |
DOUGLAS BLVD |
The victims reported that after eating lunch on the patio of a local restaurant, they accidentally left a purse on the table when leaving. Upon realizing the purse was missing while driving home, they returned to the restaurant and notified the owner. Security footage showed an unknown female suspect arriving with an unknown male and a toddler. The suspect sat at the same table previously occupied by the victims, noticed the purse, and appeared to discreetly remove, search, and conceal it before quickly leaving with her companion.
Prevention Tip: Always check for personal belongings before leaving restaurants or public areas. Keep handbags secured and within view at all times. |
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| Police Beat 3 |
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| 2025-00062485 |
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10/17/25 10:30 AM |
GRAND THEFT |
ROSEVILLE SQ |
A male and female suspect stole the victim’s cell phone by unknown means while she was shopping. The victim’s credit card was stored in a clear phone case attached to the phone. The suspects then used the card to make a $1,281 purchase at a local store. They later traveled to Rocklin and repeated the theft with another victim, using that victim’s card to make additional fraudulent purchases at two more stores.
Prevention Tip: Avoid keeping credit or debit cards with cell phones or other items that can be easily stolen together. Immediately report lost or stolen devices to both your bank and carrier. |
| 2025-00061508 |
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10/12/25 1:35 PM |
PETTY THEFT |
BONITA ST |
The victim received a motion alert from her Blink home security camera and observed a subject approach her front door and remove a delivered package. The suspect then fled the area. The stolen package was valued at approximately $100.
Prevention Tip: Arrange deliveries for times when you are home, use lockable parcel boxes, or have packages sent to secure pickup locations. |
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| Police Beat 4 |
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| 2025-00062362 |
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10/16/25 6:02 PM |
FRAUD |
KINGSWOOD DR |
The victim reported that on September 21, 2025, at approximately 6:00 p.m., a man claiming to be a PG&E employee knocked on her door. He stated he needed to review her account to ensure proper billing. Believing the request was legitimate, the victim showed him her account information. Days later, she discovered she had been enrolled in a service she did not authorize and canceled it. On October 13, 2025, while applying for a California driver’s license, the victim learned someone had already applied using her name and address.
Prevention Tip: Always verify the identity of individuals claiming to represent utility or service companies. Request official identification and contact the company directly using a verified phone number before providing personal information. |
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| Police Beat 5 |
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| 2025-00061481 |
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10/12/25 9:41 AM |
BURGLARY |
GIBSON DR |
The victim stated that on October 11, 2025, at approximately 2:45 p.m., he left his apartment and accidentally forgot to close his garage door. When he returned home around 11:15 p.m., he discovered the door still open and found five boxes missing -three plastic storage totes and two cardboard boxes. The items included clothing and small kitchen appliances with an estimated total loss of $5,000.
Prevention Tip: Always confirm garage doors are fully closed when leaving home. Consider installing automatic closing sensors or smart garage alerts. |
| 2025-00062244 |
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10/16/25 9:10 AM |
FRAUD |
GIBSON DR |
The victim reported listing a PlayStation 5 gaming console for sale on OfferUp for $475. An unknown male contacted her, and they met around 4:00 p.m. at her apartment complex. The suspect paid with five $100 bills, and the victim handed over the console. Later that day, she attempted to use the money at Walmart and learned that all the bills were counterfeit.
Prevention Tip: When selling items to unknown buyers, meet in public locations such as designated “Safe Exchange Zones” near police stations. Inspect cash using counterfeit detection pens or accept verified electronic payment methods. |
| 2025-00060722 |
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10/8/25 2:32 PM |
FRAUD |
ROSEHALL DR |
The victim reported receiving a Facebook message on August 11, 2025, from someone she believed to be a well-known American actor. The account offered her the opportunity to pay for a meet-and-greet. The victim was instructed to purchase Apple gift cards and send the codes via WhatsApp. On August 28, she sent a total of $2,635 in gift cards. She later received phone calls from someone claiming to be the actor’s manager, who repeatedly asked for additional money. The victim eventually determined the account was fraudulent and had been impersonating the actor.
Prevention Tip: Be cautious of unsolicited messages from celebrities or public figures. Legitimate representatives will never request gift cards as payment online. |
| 2025-00061253 |
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10/10/25 9:22 PM |
PETTY THEFT |
PLEASANT GROVE BLVD |
The victim reported that while shopping around 7:30 p.m., she placed her purse in a shopping cart and left it unattended for an extended period. When she returned, the purse was missing. After searching the store, she located the purse on a shelf in a different aisle. Upon inspection, she discovered her wallet had been removed. Store loss prevention staff confirmed surveillance footage showed an unknown subject taking the purse and later leaving it behind. The victim later received a notification that one of her credit cards was used at a nearby gas station.
Prevention Tip: Always keep your purse and wallet with you at all times while shopping. Never leave them unattended, even briefly, and monitor bank accounts for unauthorized transactions. |
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| Police Beat 6 |
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| 2025-00060707 |
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10/8/25 1:43 PM |
FRAUD |
STEINBECK DR |
The victim reported posting a couch for sale on Facebook Marketplace for $200. On September 30, 2025, she was contacted by a buyer who agreed to pay via Venmo. After the supposed buyer claimed to have sent payment, the victim received a text message appearing to be from Venmo stating the transaction had failed and instructing her to click a link to resolve the issue. After clicking the link, a male caller contacted her and directed her to share her screen while opening her bank and Cash App accounts. Shortly afterward, she began receiving alerts of unauthorized money requests and transfers. Approximately $2,400 was taken from her Cash App account.
Prevention Tip: Do not click payment verification links from unknown sources or share your screen with anyone claiming to assist with payments. Verify transactions directly through official apps or websites. |
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| Police Beat 7 |
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| 2025-00060705 |
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10/7/25 8:45 AM |
FRAUD |
OVERJOY LN |
The victim stated that she met a man on a dating application around February 14, 2025. They communicated regularly by phone, text, and video chat for several months. The suspect later requested that she send wire transfers to cover work-related expenses, claiming his bank account was locked. Over time, the suspect fabricated multiple emergencies, including a story about his son being injured in London, and persuaded the victim to send additional money. On October 7, 2025, the victim became suspicious and searched the suspect’s name online, discovering through a website that the identity had been used in previous scams. She contacted the real person whose name was being used and learned the profile was fraudulent. The victim estimated her total financial loss at approximately $100,000.
Prevention Tip: Exercise caution when communicating with individuals met online who request money, even for emergencies. Never wire funds or share financial details with people you have not met in person. |
| 2025-00061681 |
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10/13/25 10:22 AM |
GRAND THEFT |
EARL RUSH DR |
A land development manager reported that while inspecting a large construction site consisting of approximately 91 homes, he discovered widespread copper theft. Seventy-nine copper pipes, each about three feet tall, were cut and stolen from the front property lines, while an additional 12 pipes were partially cut. The total value of the stolen and damaged materials was estimated between $50,000 and $70,000.
Prevention Tip: Secure construction sites with fencing, lighting, and surveillance cameras. Mark and document valuable materials like copper to deter theft and aid recovery |
| 2025-00061240 |
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10/10/25 8:16 PM |
VANDALISM |
GRAZING RANCH RD |
A witness reported hearing a window break across the street and observed a female fleeing from a residence through a rear sliding door. Officers arrived shortly afterward and confirmed a rear window had been shattered at a newly constructed home. The damage was estimated at approximately $1,000. While officers spoke with the witness, she saw the suspect again and pointed her out. Officers located the female, who attempted to evade them but ultimately surrendered. She was identified, detained, and booked into the South Placer Jail without incident.
Prevention Tip: Report suspicious activity and property damage immediately. Surveillance cameras and alert neighbors are effective in helping law enforcement respond quickly and prevent further offenses. |
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