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| Police Beat 2 |
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| 2026-00011751 |
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2/25/26 8:00 PM |
PETTY THEFT |
KENT ST |
On February 25, 2026, at approximately 8:00 p.m., the victim parked her vehicle on the street in front of her residence. At approximately 7:39 a.m. on February 26, 2026, a family friend arrived and asked about the condition of the vehicle. The victim then discovered that both driver-side tires had been removed and the vehicle had been placed on concrete blocks. Review of a neighbor’s security camera footage showed that at approximately 2:00 a.m. on February 26, 2026, a black SUV arrived, and two hooded suspects exited the vehicle and removed the tires. The victim estimated the loss at approximately $800, with additional vehicle damage of unknown value.
Prevention Tip: Park vehicles in well-lit areas and, when possible, in a garage or driveway. Consider installing security cameras or motion-activated lighting and using wheel locks to help deter tire theft. |
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| Police Beat 3 |
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| 2026-00012006 |
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2/26/26 4:30 PM |
PETTY THEFT |
DONAHUE WAY |
On February 27, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m., the victim was leaving for work when he noticed the driver’s side door of his vehicle was ajar. The victim stated he could not recall whether the vehicle had been locked the previous evening due to his key fob malfunctioning. Upon checking the vehicle, the victim discovered that his wallet had been stolen from the center console along with a bag of tools. The wallet contained his driver’s license, approximately $60 in cash, a medical card, Sam’s Club card, Venmo card, Home Depot commercial card, and a bank card. While attempting to cancel the cards, the victim learned that fraudulent purchases totaling $319.82 had been made in Carmichael. The victim also reported approximately $500 worth of stolen tools.
Prevention Tip: Always remove valuables from vehicles and ensure doors are locked, even when parked at home. If a vehicle key fob is not working properly, manually lock the doors and repair or replace the fob as soon as possible. |
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| Police Beat 4 |
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| 2026-00012107 |
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2/27/26 11:35 AM |
FRAUD |
SEQUOIA ST |
The victim reported receiving a phone call in which the caller ID displayed “Sacramento County Sheriff.” During the call, a male identified himself as a lieutenant and told the victim she had missed a jury duty appearance and that a failure-to-appear warrant had been issued for her arrest. The caller claimed multiple charges had been filed and that her bail exceeded $10,000. Believing the call to be legitimate due to the caller ID and the fact that she had an upcoming jury summons, the victim followed the caller’s instructions. She was told she could resolve the warrant by paying $3,000, a portion of the bail amount, through Apple Pay. After sending the payment, the caller stated the bail had been miscalculated and requested an additional $3,000, which the victim also paid. The victim later received an email containing a PDF document appearing to be a court record from Sacramento County. After the call ended, the victim realized the situation was suspicious because her jury service date had not yet occurred.
Prevention Tip: Law enforcement agencies and courts do not request payments for warrants or bail through gift cards, digital payment apps, or similar methods. If you receive such a call, hang up and contact the agency directly using an official phone number to verify the information. |
| 2026-00012299 |
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2/17/26 12:00 AM |
BURGLARY |
ROSEVILLE PKWY |
On February 26, 2026, at approximately 2:50 p.m., the victim discovered several items missing from his garage. The missing property included a black and blue Lectric e-bike, a black Lectric e-scooter, a Harley-Davidson tour pack seat, a tennis backpack with racquets, a Marshall amplifier speaker, and clothing. The victim stated the last time he used the garage was on February 17, when he recalled locking it. On February 27, 2026, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the victim returned to take inventory and discovered additional property missing, including another e-bike, tools, an air compressor, a golf caddy, a motorcycle full-face helmet, and his wife’s snowshoes. The victim believed the suspect returned and reentered the garage between February 26 and February 27. The total value of the stolen property was estimated at approximately $7,300. A facility representative later inspected the garage and noted a cord hanging outside the garage door, which may have been used by the suspect after manipulating the lock to manually open the door. |
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| Police Beat 5 |
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| 2026-00013404 |
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3/5/26 1:16 PM |
GRAND THEFT |
STANFORD RANCH RD |
Roseville Police officers were dispatched to a retail store regarding a theft that had just occurred. The suspect reportedly exited the business through the front door, carrying three golf clubs without paying for them. The reporting party estimated the value of the stolen merchandise at approximately $400 and provided officers with a partial license plate number, a vehicle description, and a suspect description. The Roseville Police Real-Time Crime Center monitored the incident and located the suspect vehicle using traffic cameras, tracking it to another nearby retail location. Cameras were used to monitor the store’s entrance until officers arrived. Multiple officers established a perimeter, and the suspect was detained as he attempted to leave the business.
Prevention Tip: Businesses should maintain clear surveillance coverage of entrances and exits and promptly report theft incidents with suspect and vehicle descriptions to assist officers in locating suspects quickly. |
| 2026-00013183 |
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2/28/26 10:00 AM |
BURGLARY |
GIBSON DR |
The victim reported storing numerous items in his garage. On February 28, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., he last observed all items inside the garage. Later that day, he noticed his garage door opener was not functioning and reported the issue to the facility manager. He also discovered the garage door had come off its chain and the emergency release had been disengaged, but he did not initially check whether items were missing. On March 4, 2026, at approximately 11:00 a.m., the victim reviewed the contents of the garage and discovered several items missing, including two American flags in display cases, a blue luggage case, and a Reed and Barton silverware set. There were no visible signs of forced entry, and it was unknown how the suspect gained access to the garage.
Prevention Tip: Regularly check garages and storage areas for mechanical issues or unusual conditions. Consider installing security cameras or alarms and promptly reporting suspicious activity to property management or law enforcement. |
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| Police Beat 6 |
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| 2026-00012298 |
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2/27/26 9:00 PM |
BURGLARY |
PEACE WATER CT |
On February 27, 2026, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the victim returned home and parked his vehicle in front of his residence. At approximately 6:00 a.m. on February 28, 2026, he started the vehicle and heard a loud noise. After inspecting the vehicle, the victim discovered the catalytic converter had been stolen. The estimated cost to replace the catalytic converter was between $500 and $1,000.
Prevention Tip: Park vehicles in well-lit areas or inside a garage when possible. Anti-theft devices such as catalytic converter shields or vehicle alarms can help deter this type of theft. |
| 2026-00011598 |
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2/25/26 1:51 PM |
BURGLARY |
MARCIA WAY |
The victim reported leaving his vehicle locked and parked in front of his residence at approximately 7:00 p.m. on February 15, 2026. At approximately 9:40 a.m. on February 16, 2026, he returned to the vehicle and discovered it had been entered and his wallet had been stolen. The wallet contained approximately ten credit cards, his driver’s license, and his permanent resident card. The suspect later used the stolen cards to make approximately $178 in fraudulent charges.
Prevention Tip: Avoid leaving wallets or valuables in vehicles, even when the vehicle is locked. If a wallet or cards are stolen, immediately contact financial institutions to cancel the cards and monitor accounts for unauthorized activity. |
| 2026-00014290 |
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3/9/26 8:09 PM |
FRAUD |
PLEASANT GROVE BLVD |
On March 9, 2026, a maintenance technician arrived at a retail location to service an ATM after receiving a service request. While inspecting the machine, the technician discovered a credit card skimming device and a small camera installed near the ATM. The technician immediately stopped the service and contacted 911. The technician stated the last service call for the ATM had occurred more than 90 days earlier.
Prevention Tip: When using ATMs, inspect the card slot and surrounding area for unusual attachments or hidden cameras. If anything appears suspicious, avoid using the machine and notify the business or law enforcement. |
| 2026-00013926 |
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3/7/26 8:30 PM |
FRAUD |
WOODCREEK OAKS BLVD |
The victim reported listing a computer monitor for sale on Facebook Marketplace for $300. After communicating with a potential buyer, the two met in person and exchanged the monitor for $300 in cash. After returning to his apartment, the victim examined the cash and discovered that three $50 bills were counterfeit and all had the same serial number. The remaining bills—seven $20 bills and one $10 bill—were genuine. The victim attempted to contact the suspect through Facebook Marketplace and by phone but discovered he had been blocked, and the suspect did not respond to calls or text messages.
Prevention Tip: When completing online marketplace transactions, meet in well-lit public locations and carefully inspect cash before finalizing the exchange. Consider using digital payment methods or conducting transactions at designated police “safe exchange zones.” |
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| Police Beat 7 |
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| 2026-00012774 |
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3/5/26 1:36 PM |
GRAND THEFT |
UPLAND DR |
On March 2, 2026, the Roseville Police Department was contacted by Roseville Electric regarding suspected tampering with electrical wiring at a construction site near Upland Drive and Fiddyment Road. A theft of electrical wiring was confirmed and documented. To deter future thefts and assist with identifying suspects, Roseville Electric provided a spool of stripped copper wiring valued at more than $1,200. The spool was labeled as property of the City of Roseville and contained a concealed motion-activated tracking device capable of sending real-time location data to police. On March 5, 2026, at approximately 1:33 p.m., the tracking device activated and indicated the spool was moving. Dispatch was notified, and the tracking data showed the spool traveling eastbound on San Fernando Drive and northbound on Fiddyment Road before stopping near Pleasant Grove Boulevard. The Roseville Police Real-Time Crime Center used the tracking information and traffic cameras to locate a vehicle traveling consistent with the device’s location. Officers contacted the driver and located the copper wire spool in the rear of the vehicle with the identifying shipping labels still attached. |
| 2026-00012077 |
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2/27/26 1:32 PM |
FRAUD |
MALLORY RIDGE ST |
The victims reported they were in the process of purchasing a home in Roseville and had been working with a title company since January 29, 2026, communicating through email and phone calls with various parties involved in the transaction. After selecting a home, they received an email appearing to be from an escrow officer requesting they complete a wire transfer form. On February 26, 2026, the victims completed the form and wired $102,704.78. When they later contacted the title company to confirm the transfer, they were informed that the company had not sent any wire transfer request and that the instructions did not match their banking procedures. The suspect’s identity is unknown, but the victims believe the funds were successfully transferred to the suspect, resulting in a significant financial loss.
Prevention Tip: Always verify wire transfer instructions by calling the title or escrow company directly using a known, trusted phone number before sending funds. Email accounts involved in real estate transactions can be targeted by scammers who attempt to redirect payments. |
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