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Sunday, March 31, 2013

Stolen Wedding Rings, Business Blast Are Among Top Police Stories in Sunset Hills, Crestwood

The two stories were among the most read police stories on Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch in March 2013.

Want to know what's going on in your neighborhood? Here are the eight most-read police stories from Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch for March 2013: 1) Housekeeper Stole Wedding Rings Valued at $14,800 from Sunset Hills Home Sunset Hills Police said the woman cleaned the home the same day the rings went missing. Police found she also pawned earrings belonging to the victim, according to court documents. 2) Blotter: Saint Louis Bread Co. Employee Charged With Embezzlement Sunset Hills Police Department reports on law enforcement and criminal activity, Feb. 26-March 6. 3) ID Theft Cases Tied To Schnucks: Should You Be Concerned? Authorities from jurisdictions around the St. Louis area are confirming reports in recent days that Schnucks, the …

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Home Burglaries, Windows Smashers Are Among Top Police Stories in Sunset Hills, Crestwood

The stories were among the most read police stories on Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch in February 2013.

Want to know what's going on in your neighborhood? Here are the nine most-read police stories from Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch for February 2013: 1) $44,000 in Jewelry, Collectibles Stolen in Home Burglary A resident in the 11700 block of Parkhaven Court called Sunset Hills Police on Feb. 6 when it was discovered that several items, including jewelry and other collectibles, were missing from the home. 2) Blotter: Disgruntled Employee Threatens Watson Road Business, Valentine's Day Assault at Five Guys Sunset Hills Police Department information on law enforcement and criminal activity, Feb. 11-18. 3) Police: Man Stole $12,720 in Material From Sunset Hills Construction Sites A Ballwin man was indicted by a St. Louis County grand jury Jan. …

Monday, February 4, 2013

Crestwood House Fire, Gunpoint Robbery Are Among Top Police Stories

The two stories were among the most read police stories on Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch in January 2013.

Want to know what's going on in your neighborhood? Here are the nine most-read police stories from Sunset Hills-Crestwood Patch for January 2013: 1) One Injured During House Fire in Crestwood A man suffered burns, though Chief Mark Menning couldn't comment on his condition. St. Louis County Bomb and Arson unit determined the fire was accidental. 2) South County Woman Indicted on Murder Charge in Grandmother's Stomping Death Rachel Armstrong told St. Louis County Police she tried to beat a demon out of the elderly woman. 3) Van Drives Through Watson Road Fitness Center No one was injured when an 80-year-old drove her vehicle through the front window of Anytime Fitness in Crestwood, but the gym's owners have found a way to make the best of …

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Blotter: Pool Truck Stolen and Recovered, Dispute on Parking Lot

Sunset Hills Police reports on law enforcement and criminal activity, Dec. 1-3.

Sunset Hills Police Blotter December 1, 2012 9:26 a.m. Police warned a person against soliciting for money at the Vantage Credit Union on Lindbergh. No arrest was made. 9:45 a.m. A person reported a loud noise that could have been gun fire or fireworks at the intersection of Rott Road and Geyer. Police investigated but found no evidence of a crime. 12:00 a.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported at the Econo Lodge on S. Lindbergh. Police found an intoxicated minor female at the hotel. 1:21 a.m. A disturbance of the peace was reported at the Mile 277 Tap and Grill on S. Lindbergh. Police found an intoxicated subject and took him into protective custody. No arrest was made. December 2, 2012 6:35 p.m. Police warned a person against …

Stephen D

10:19 am on Wednesday, December 5, 2012

That Econo-Lodge is definitely THE place to stay in Sunset Hills, particularly if you are a fugitive or need to cook up a little meth quickly.   more ›

Friday, July 20, 2012

Crestwood Police Blotter: Olay Body Wash Theft, Car Stolen and Recovered

Reports from Crestwood Police on area enforcement and criminal activity.

The Crestwood Police Department provided the following list of incidents reported in the area for July 7-13: Sunday, July 8 Jewelry and cash were reported taken from a residence on Conover Lane. Monday, July 9 At Walgreens, a theft of 20 bottles of Olay body wash was reported. A gray 2004 Mitsubishi Eclipse was reported stolen on Highway 44. The vehicle was found July 10, recovered in St. Louis City. Tuesday, July 10 On Acorn Drive, a rock was thrown through a residence window. The same residence also reported all four tires punctured on a vehicle. Wednesday, July 11 A front license plate was reported missing from a vehicle on Samoa Drive. Thursday, July 12 A speed limit sign was noted damaged in Whitecliff Park.

Friday, July 6, 2012

Crestwood Police Blotter: Concrete Rabbit Used to Mash Mailbox, Bicycle Stolen

Reports from Crestwood Police on area enforcement and criminal activity.

The Crestwood Police Department provided the following list of incidents reported in the area for June 23-29: Saturday, June 23 Make-up was stolen in a shoplifting at Kohl's. Wednesday, June 27 On Lodge Pole Lane, a mailbox was struck by a concrete rabbit lawn ornament. A Cardinals jersey was shoplifted from Kohl's. A pink flamingo lawn ornament was stolen from a home on Liggett Drive. A gas drive-off was reported at the Circle K at the 9900 block of Watson Road. In Whitecliff Park, a bicycle was stolen. No further details are available as to the make and model at this time. Thursday, June 28 CDs were reported stolen from a car parked on Park Crestwood.

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Crestwood Police Blotter: Stolen Cell Phone, Graffiti, Another Drive-off

Reports from Crestwood Police on area enforcement and criminal activity.

The Crestwood Police Department provided the following list of incidents reported in the area for June 16-22: Saturday, June 16 A business location on Watson Road reported a stolen cell phone. Sunday, June 17 A car windshield was broken on Apex Drive. Monday, June 18 Kohl's logged another shoplifting incident of clothing. Graffiti was noticed on a wall on the 8100 block of Sappington Road. Wednesday, June 20 A gas drive-off occurred at the Mobil on the Run at Big Bend, adding to two incidents from last week's report.

Saturday, June 9, 2012

Crestwood Police Blotter: Rash of Tire Slashings in 'Quiet Neighborhood'

The following information was supplied by the Crestwood Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Crestwood was compiled from incident reports between June 2-6. Saturday, June 2 A car was egged on Harwich. Monday, June 4 Burglars got through a window on Buxton. As of press time it's unclear what was taken. A business on Big Bend Boulevard reported an ID credit card theft. Jewelry was taken from a retirement center. A car was broken into on General Grant. A GPS system and a ring were taken.  Tuesday, June 5 A business on Big Bend Boulevard had a modern shortchange artist. One prepaid credit card was full, and before the cashier knew it, s/he had an empty one.  Wednesday, June 6 There were two different calls for graffiti on a wall and on a church. Police say that there is no symbolic connection and no connection to previous graffiti…

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Sunset Hills Police Blotter: Destruction of Property, Trespassing

The following information was supplied by the Crestwood Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Sunset Hills police report was compiled from incident reports between May 16-31. Saturday, May 26 A fugitive was arrested during a traffic stop on Kennerly Road. Sunday, May 27 A stealing was reported at Sunset Hills Golf Club. Monday, May 28 Trespassing and destruction of property was reported at Mini Ha Ha Park. Tuesday, May 29  A suspicious incident was reported at Fuddrucker's in Sunset Hills Plaza. Tampering with a vehicle was reported in the 400 block of Windward Ridge. Wednesday, May 30 Stealing was reported at the 12000 block of Maurer Industrial Ct. Trespassing was reported at the 11000 block of Gravois. A fugitive was arrested during a traffic stop at Carquest on Watson Road. Destruction of property was reported at the 13000 …

Saturday, June 2, 2012

Crestwood Police Blotter: Several Shoplifters Hit Local Business

The following information was supplied by the Crestwood Police Department. Where arrests or charges are mentioned, it does not indicate a conviction.

The Crestwood was compiled from incident reports between May 11-31. Friday, May 11 Property damage was reported on Lou Court. A residential window was broken. A vehicle was window was broken while parked on Sunray. Clothing was taken from the Kohl's on Watson. Mail was taken from a residence on Heather. Saturday, May 12 A business in Watson Plaza accepted a counterfeit $100 bill that had been made from a $5 bill. A business on Big Bend was hit by a shortchange artist. Wednesday, May 16 Clothing was stolen from Gordman's. Friday, May 18 Four video cameras were stolen from a construction site at a business on Watson Road. Saturday, May 19 Lens Crafters in Crestwood Court had eyeglasses stolen. Friday, May 25 A victim on Glenwood had a …

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