Saturday, December 15, 2012
The following information was supplied by the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Department. Arrests do not indicate a conviction.
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- Daniel Lai
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Saturday, December 15, 2012
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office is investigating the burglary of a residence in the 7000 block of Territorial Road in Webster Township. According to police records, the burglary occurred on Dec. 6 between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. Several items were removed from the property. Sgt. Keith Flores said possible evidence was located at the scene, however the incident is still under investigation. On Dec. 5, deputies were dispatched to a residence in the 8000 block of Gregory Road in Webster Township in response to a home invasion complaint. According to police records, 911 operators received a call from the homeowner stating that he heard a drill and observed an unknown vehicle in the driveway. Upon arrival, deputies found no signs of damage or …
Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Sheriff's deputies are pursuing leads on home and business burglaries throughout western Washtenaw County since June.
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Wednesday, September 12, 2012
A recent string of home invasions and larcenies in the Dexter area is prompting the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office to reach out to local residents. Sgt. Keith Flores addressed the Dexter Village Council on Monday to update the council on summer crime trends in the community. "The village has been more quiet (in terms of crime) this summer more so than some of its neighbors," Flores said. There were a few larcenies from vehicles in July and unknown suspects broke into the Dexter Party Store two weeks ago and stole more than $1,000 worth of alcohol, Flores said. The Dexter Pharmacy was robbed twice in recent months, once in May and again in July, according to police. "In both instances, the suspects wore gloves and masks. We know for sure…
Saturday, September 8, 2012
The Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office is urging residents to avoid updating social media websites with travel plans.
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- Daniel Lai
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Saturday, September 8, 2012
Users of social networking sites such as Facebook and Twitter are being warned by police to avoid posting vacation plans online following a rash of home invasions across western Washtenaw County this summer. "Be careful of what you post on these social networking sites," Derrick Jackson, a spokesman for the Washtenaw County Sheriff said. "We know for a fact that some people use these sites to identify their targets knowing a homeowner is out of town." One such instance occurred in Dexter Township in July, when homeowners posted their vacation plans on Facebook. Upon their return, the home had been burglarized and several items, including jewelry, DVDs, and video games had been stolen. According to Sgt. Keith Flores, the suspects entered an…
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
Steven Paul Colwell, 25, was arrested by the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office in connection with recent home invasions in the western part of the county.
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Wednesday, August 22, 2012
A 25-year-old Dexter resident who was arrested for breaking into a home in Webster Township could be connected to eight other break-ins throughout the county, the Washtenaw County Sheriff's Office said. Steven Paul Colwell was arraigned on charges of home invasion on Aug. 9 after he and two other male suspects were reportedly spotted leaving the Webster residence by the homeowner. According to Ann Arbor.com, the homeowner told police she saw three men coming out of her house, hop in a car in the driveway and then drive across the lawn of her home, in the 7000 block of Quail Ridge. Colwell was located soon afterward by police. Sgt. Keith Flores said Colwell confessed to numerous break-ins throughout Washtenaw County, including the Dexter …
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
With recent thefts in the Dexter area, here are some tips to help protect your home this summer.
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Summer is a great time to escape on vacation, but it’s also the time of year when burglaries increase – as much as 10 percent, according to the FBI. So Amica Insurance is reminding residents to take steps to protect their homes from burglars. “Burglars often look for easy targets – unoccupied homes that are easy to break into,” said Michael Gillerlane, a senior assistant vice president with Amica Insurance. “The most important thing to do, whether you’re leaving overnight or an extended vacation, is to make your home looked lived-in while you’re gone.” Remember to close and lock all windows and doors, Gillerlane said. Consider installing deadbolt locks if you don’t already have them. “Make it as hard for the burglars as you can,” …
Dexter resident
7:10 pm on Saturday, December 15, 2012
Slow down and pay attention when driving in the Village. Many drivers are just passing through Dexter and speed through our streets. Please follow the posted speed limits and don't tailgate me when I do. Would you want me to drive by your house at 40-45 mph when the posted speed limit is 25 mph? I don't think so. Be courteous to those of us living in Dexter. Thanks! more ›