Thursday, June 27, 2019

Suspect Sought in Church Hill Theft from Motor Vehicle


June 27, 2019

Richmond Police detectives need the public’s help to identify the theft from motor vehicle suspect in the attached photos.

At approximately midnight on Monday, June 24, the suspect was seen going into motor vehicles and pulling on door handles in the 2100 block of E. Clay Street.  At this time, no items have been reported stolen.

Detectives want to remind citizens that taking a few small precautions can help secure a vehicle and prevent crimes of opportunity such as motor vehicle theft or theft from motor vehicles:
·         Lock car doors.  Regardless of where it’s parked, lock up and keep valuables out of sight.
·         Never leave keys inside the car. It makes the vehicle an easy target.
·         Don’t leave a running vehicle unattended, even for a few minutes.

Anyone with information about the identity of this suspect is asked to call First Precinct Detective T. Wilson at (804) 646-0672 or contact Crime Stoppers at (804) 780-1000, online at www.7801000.com. The P3 Tips Crime Stoppers app for smartphones may also be used. All Crime Stoppers methods are anonymous.