Tag Archives: Theft

Local man father’s ashes stolen, your help needed for its return

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Isaac Gonzalez

A local man is hoping someone will step forward and do the right thing, and lead him to the safe return of his father’s cremated remains. Rodney Von Hagel was at the Streets of London Pub on J Street Friday night when his … Continue reading →

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Burglars hit Downtown Sacramento sustainable furniture studio

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Isaac Gonzalez

A Sacramento businessman is searching for clues that will hopefully lead to the return of his tools after thieves broken into his Downtown studio overnight and made off with thousands of dollars worth of equipment. Sometime between 6 p.m. Thursday … Continue reading →

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Sacramento crews replace 50 stolen manhole covers after wave of thefts

Posted on January 4, 2012 by Isaac Gonzalez

So many manhole covers and sewer grates have been stolen in Sacramento over the past few weeks that officials have less than a dozen spares before their safety stock will be completely depleted. Michael Malone, Field Services Manager for the … Continue reading →

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Suspected “Wall of Honor” metal thief to spend New Year’s behind bars

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Department has made an arrest in connection to the theft of several bronze memorial plaques that were removed from a Carmichael park earlier this month, and it’s all thanks to a tip they received from a … Continue reading →

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Men try to steal ornaments from Capitol Christmas tree after a night of drinking

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

A pair of men were arrested early Saturday morning after an observant CHP officer working the Capitol grounds noticed that the 48-foot tall Christmas tree was moving and stopped to find out why. As the patrolman approached the giant white fir … Continue reading →

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Metal theft plaguing the region despite crackdown efforts

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

Thieves throughout the Sacramento region are continuing to make off with an alarming amount of valuable metal objects despite the announcement of new efforts to prioritize these crimes by law enforcement and added scrutiny on the recyclers who purchase stolen goods from … Continue reading →

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This one goes out to the guy who stole my catalytic converter last night

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

Dear Mr. Unknown Tweaker, I just wanted to share a few thoughts with you in regards to stealing the cat converter off of my truck under the cover of night. First off, kudos to you! By inflicting me with a … Continue reading →

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Craigslist deal goes bad, shots fired

Posted on August 3, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

A Craigslist meet-up in front of a popular grocery store went south Tuesday night, resulting in shots being fired and Sacramento Police scurrying the city to put the pieces together. According to reports, two parties met at the Smart & … Continue reading →

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Pizza delivery driver jumped after bogus order

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Chris Cook

From SacPD.org: A pizza delivery driver had a rough night last night when he went out to make a delivery on Potomac Avenue in the Northgate area around 10:00 p.m. As the pizza dude was walking up to the home, he was rushed and assaulted … Continue reading →

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Thieves use chainsaw to cut down live power poles

Posted on July 8, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

Copper thieves in Roseville took their lives into their own hands early this morning when they cut down live power poles with a chainsaw. The loose wires that fell from the power lines, near the intersection of Watt and Baseline, started … Continue reading →

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Toilet paper and bathroom supplies stolen from business in broad daylight

Posted on July 7, 2011 by Chris Cook

If this isn’t a sign of the times, I don’t know what is.  Apparently, the economy is now making it difficult for people to afford the most necessary of necessities – toilet paper. As reported on SacPD.org, a man walked … Continue reading →

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TIP: Don’t steal the pizza guy’s cell phone if you have an outstanding warrant

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Isaac Gonzalez

You would think that if you were on the run from the law you might want to keep a low profile.  For example, let’s say you get into a spat with the pizza guy over incorrect toppings on your pie. … Continue reading →

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Copper Theft Suspects Raided in Walnut Grove

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Chris Cook

Walnut Grove, CA – Farmers and businesses throughout Sacramento County are breathing a little easier today, as several arrest and search warrants were issued this morning in connection with a copper theft ring that has been plaguing the area. At least one … Continue reading →

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