- March 27, 2024
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Oct. 1
‘I’m just looking for a WiFi signal, Officer”
3:53 a.m. — 4000 Block of St. Georges Road. Prowler. Central dispatch received a report of an attempted vehicle theft at an apartment complex. It was reported that four individuals arrived in a vehicle, and two exited and attempted to steal another vehicle. Upon being seen by a resident, the two in the car drove off, and the other two ran away.
Later that night, dispatch received a call reporting one of the suspects peaking around a corner.
Dispatch then received a call reporting a person lying down by an apartment.
Arriving at the scene, the officers found the suspect lying on the floor between two apartments.
After being read his Miranda rights, the suspect agreed to answer questions. Asked why he was lying on the floor, the suspect said he was trying to find a place to sleep and also seeking a WiFi signal. He said he was just kicked out of his mother’s house in Ormond-by-the-Sea. He later changed his story and said he had been kicked out of a friend’s house.
The officer noted that there were several eateries in close proximity where Wifi was available.
After being identified by the witness, he was arrested for loitering and prowling.
Another witness identified the suspect as one of the males who ran from the car. The suspect denied being involved.
Burglar gets his kicks
9:44 a.m. — 400 Block of South Yonge Street. Burglary. The victim said that someone entered the clothing drop box in the rear of the business and kicked their way out. She said homeless people often climb inside the box to sleep, but normally can climb back out.
It appeared the side panel was kicked out because the hinges and nails were facing outward. The victim said two bags of clothing were missing, valued at $200.
Also found at the scene were ripped up checks and pictures. The police officer called the owner of the checks and he said he was not aware of theft of any of his checks.