Monday, September 12, 2011

Theft from Auto - Community Advisory

On September 12, 2011, at approximately 8:15 a.m., Takoma Park Police responded to the 7300 block of Wildwood Drive for the report of a theft from auto that occurred earlier between 8:00 p.m. on September 11, 2011, and 7:30 a.m. on September 12, 2011. Unknown suspect(s) gained entry to the vehicle by prying open the glass to the driver's side door to access the lock/inside door handle. Property was taken.

Investigation continues under case #11045038. Anyone with information about this crime is asked to please call us at 301.270.1100.

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If you see a crime in progress and need to contact the Takoma Park Police, please call 301-270-1100. If you need to report an emergency that involves the need for fire or rescue services, you must call 9-1-1.