April 25, 2024

On Sunday February 19th STPD Officers handled 24 incidents, investigated 2 motor vehicle accidents, and responded to 2 burglar alarms.  Of those incidents the following crimes were reported:

DUI-E Market St at Northern Way

At 0211 hours an Officer conducted a traffic stop on E Market St.  The driver of the vehicle was found to be under the influence and he was arrested for DUI.  The male was taken to Central Booking for a blood test and processing.  Charges were completed due to this being a second DUI offense.

Attempted homicide/Aggravated assault-4100 block of Old Orchard Rd

At 1338 hours Officers responded to a residence on Old Orchard Rd for the report of a domestic related assault.  Investigation revealed one male struck a family member with an ax after an argument.  The suspect was taken into custody and transported to Central Booking where he was charged with numerous offenses.  The victim was transported to the hospital and later released.

Theft-1700 block of Whiteford Rd

At 1427 hours an Officer took a report for a stolen license plate.  The victim advised the PA tag was taken off his vehicle while it was parked in the 1700 block of Whiteford Rd.

Retail theft-Giant Food Store, 2415 E Market St

At 2000 hours an Officer responded to Giant for the report of a retail theft where the suspect had fled.  An employee advised a male took $50 worth of merchandise without paying and fled in a gold Toyota Camry.  The investigation is ongoing.