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Crimes of the Weeks 2009

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Week Beginning:	Sunday, December 27, 2009
Offense:	* ROBBERY *
Suspect:	Suspect #1 H/M, 5’8, thin build, all dark clothing with an olive colored jacket and black mask. Suspect #2 H/M, thin build, all dark clothing with a black mask.
Date/Time:	11-30-2009, 5:17 PM
Location:	139 North 5^th. St., Lord Real Estate
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Undisclosed
Synopsis:	Female victim was closing the business when she was confronted by two suspects at the rear door. Actor #1 punched and pushed victim onto the floor and kicked her while she was down. Male demanded money while actor #2 searched for money inside office. Actors did remove cash from the business. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, December 20, 2009
Offense:	* RETAIL theft *
Suspect:	Farley Major, 40 Years Old from Allentown, PA
Date/Time:	Several occasions between Nov 23 and Dec 1, 2009
Location:	Various stores in Exeter Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Undisclosed
Synopsis:	Farley Major is being sought for multiple retail thefts committed in the Exeter Township area. He also may be in the company of a latino male whose identity police have not determined. His last known address is Allentown, but Exeter Police have obtained information that he may be in the Reading area. He was last seen driving a white 1996 Subaru Outback with PA registration number GNZ-6578. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, December 13, 2009
Offense:	* theft - fraud *
Suspect:
Date/Time:	0-17-09 @ 1830 hrs.
Location:	Alberije Mexican restaurant in Wyomissing
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Undisclosed
Synopsis:	The Spring Township PD is investigating the theft and fraudulent use of a stolen credit card. The victim believes the card was taken while dining at the Alberije Mexican restaurant in Wyomissing. The stolen card was subsequently used at the Wal-Mart store on 5^th St Highway in Reading to make 2 large purchases on 10-17-09 @ 1830 hrs. One purchase was for electronics and the other for baby related items. The suspects were both involved and are believed to be of Hispanic decent. The suspects had a small child with them at the time of the thefts, believed to be a female, approximately 1-3 yrs of age, seen wearing a white coat in the pictures. The suspects left in a red in color, newer model Chevy Cobalt coupe (07-09 model) with an unknown registration plate. Several other purchases were made elsewhere. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, December 6, 2009
Offense:	* ARMED ROBBERY *
Suspect:	Caucasian male approx. 6’ tall, thin to medium build wearing a black ski mask and blue coat with brown pants and dark color revolver.
Date/Time:	11/28/2009 at 1745hrs.
Location:	Turkey Hill Store located at 1660 New Holland Rd. Kenhorst Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Undisclosed
Synopsis:	On Saturday evening Nov. 28, 2009 at approx. 5:45 pm an unknown gunman entered the Turkey Hill store located in the 1600 block of New Holland Rd. in Kenhorst Borough. The gunman was wearing a black ski mask and displayed a handgun which he pointed at the clerk. The gunman gave the clerk a pillow case and demanded that she fill it with cash. A male clerk that was working in the back of the store was told by the gunman to assist the female clerk. The clerks placed an unknown amount of cash in the pillow case and gave it to the gunman who fled the store on foot north toward Reading. Cumru Twp. is asking anyone with information to please contact Berks Crime Alert or the Cumru Twp. Police Dept. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, November 29, 2009
Offense:	* BANK ROBBERY *
Suspect:
Date/Time:	Wednesday November 25, 2009 at approx. 0900 hrs.
Location:	Muhlenberg Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Undisclosed
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Township Police Department is investigating a Bank Robbery that occurred this morning Wednesday November 25, 2009 at approx. 0900 hrs. A Black Male 6’2” tall weighing approx. 250 to 275lbs. He was described as being in his late 30’s to early 40’s. He had salt and pepper hair and was wearing glasses and a light blue and navy blue Turtle Neck Sweater. He passed a demand note to the teller. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, November 15, 2009
Offense:	* CRIMINAL MISCHIEF *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	10/31/2009-11/01/2009
Location:	MARION TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 420 WATER STREET, STOUCHSBURG
Victim:	MARION TOWNSHIP
Items Taken/Damage:	APPROXIMATELY $1000.00
Synopsis:	CRIMINAL MISCHIEF DONE TO MARION TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING, 420 WATER STREET, STOUCHSBURG, PA 10/31/2009-11/01/2009. APPROXIMATELY 4 GLASS WINDOWS ON THE FIRST FLOOR MEETING ROOMS HAD BEEN BROKEN WITH ROCKS AND PIECES OF ASPHALT. ALSO BROKEN WERE APPROXIMATELY 2 UPPER WINDOWS OF THE BUILDING. ALL WINDOWS BROKEN WERE ON THE EAST SIDE. DAMAGE WAS ESTIMATED AT APPROXIMATELY $1000.00 If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, November 8, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	One of the actors is a white female, possibly Hispanic, in her early 20’s about 5’6” tall with dark hair. She was wearing dark clothing and neatly dressed. The male was only described as white male. Vehicle was described as a tan or gray mini van or smaller SUV type vehicle.
Date/Time:	November 2, 2009 at 1250 hours
Location:	1300 block of Monroe Avenue. Wyomissing Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Wyomissing Police Dept. is investigating a burglary that occurred in the 1300 block of Monroe Avenue. Wyomissing Borough on November 2, 2009 at 1250 hours. One of the actors is a white female, possibly Hispanic, in her early 20’s about 5’6” tall with dark hair. She was wearing dark clothing and neatly dressed. The male was only described as white male. Entry was made through an unlocked door in the rear of the residence. Both residents were home at the time of the incident. Once inside the residence, the actors went directly to the bedroom and took a pillow case from a bed to carry off the stolen jewelry. The actors left the residence through the same door they entered after being confronted by the wife. The actor then ran to the street and were picked up by a male in a waiting vehicle operated by another male. Vehicle was described as a tan or gray mini van or smaller SUV type vehicle. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, October 25, 2009
Offense:	* THEFTS *
Suspect:	See Below
Date/Time:	May 2009
Location:	See Below
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Township Police Department, along with agencies in several surrounding counties are working to identify the suspect in the attached photos for numerous cases related to thefts of high-end electronics at Walmart Stores., In May of 2009, the suspect entered the Temple Walmart and after distracting store associates, took 2 computers valued at $2000.00-$2500.00. The subject usually flees via an emergency fire exit. The suspect is believed to also be responsible for similar incidents at Walmart stores in Bucks, Schuylkill, Northumberland, Columbia, and Union counties over the past 2 years. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, October 18, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARIES *
Suspect:	Possible Gray Honda Accord with tinted windows. Possibly involved is a W/M, heavyset, 6'0", late 30s to early 40s, bald, glasses.
Date/Time:	Friday, October 9, 2009 between 7AM - 12 Noon
Location:	See Below
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	This past Friday, October 9, 2009, Muhlenberg Police received reports of three residential daytime burglaries. One occurred on Reading Crest Avenue, and two occurred in the Saylor Farm Estates area. All three occurred between 7AM and noon. All three involved a door being forced/kicked open. Items taken include cash/coins, jewelry, and electronics (iPod, small LCD TV, computer). At one scene, a neighbor reported seeing a gray Honda Accord with tinted windows. At another scene, the homeowners reported seeing a W/M, heavyset, 6'0", late 30s to early 40s, bald, glasses, walking past their house as they were leaving. The burglary occurred shortly after they left. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, October 11, 2009
Offense:	* theft *
Suspect:	A
Date/Time:	08/15/09
Location:	Berkshire Mall (Wyomissing, PA)
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Wyomissing Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying the two suspects who were involved in a theft/access device fraud that occurred on 08/15/09. The victim in this incident had her wallet stolen while at the Berkshire Mall (Wyomissing, PA). Her debit and credit cards were used shortly thereafter at Wal-Mart (Wyomissing, PA), Target (Spring Twp, PA) and CVS drug store (Leesport, PA) to purchase gift cards totaling over $4,000. The gift cards were used at a Target store in South Brunswick, NJ and a Wal-Mart store in North Brunswick, NJ. Additionally, the two females are suspects in an almost identical theft/fraud that occurred in February of 2009. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, September 28, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARIES *
Suspect:	A suspect has been described as a Hispanic male, 25 to 30 years of age, 5'10" to 6'0" tall, 200-215 pounds, wearing glasses and a black "skull cap".
Date/Time:	08/21/09 & 09/21/09
Location:	Cambridge Commons and Valley Green Circle, Wyomissing
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Wyomissing Police Department and other local police agencies are currently investigating several burglaries that have occurred within the last month at area apartment/condominium complexes. Incidents in Wyomissing have taken place at Cambridge Commons and Valley Green Circle. None of the residents were home at the of the burglaries. The two burglaries we have are 09/21/09 at Cambridge Commons and 08/21/09 at Valley Green Circle. Both were during the day and forced entry through the front door. It is believed the suspect will knock on the doors of the apartments to ascertain if anyone is home prior to forcing entry through the front door. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, September 20, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	The suspect was described as a black male, early twenties, about six foot tall with wide shoulders. He had a medium build and weighed about two-hundred pounds. He also had a beard and mustache that appeared to look more like dirt, rather than full facial hair. he was wearing a dark colored hoodie that she believed was black. He was wearing short pants that appeared to be either khakis or jeans. He was carrying a grayish colored backpack.
Date/Time:	9/17/09 @ 11:10 AM
Location:	840 PARK RD NORTH, WYOMISSING
Victim:	TAKE 2 BAGELS,
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Around 1100 hours a black male entered the store and stood in line by the front counter. There were several other customers there at that time. He left the line momentarily to use the rest room. He returned to the counter and again stood in line. When it was his turn, he asked if he could fill out a job application. As the store staff retrieved an application, and returned to the counter the suspect was no longer there. A few moments later, the store staff discovered the subject had taken a large collection jar for a subject who is sick, and additional money from a smaller tip basket. Exact amount is undetermined at this time. The suspect was last scene south on Spring street toward the Berkshire Heights playground. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, September 13, 2009
Offense:	* VANDALISM - CRIMINAL MISCHIEF *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	July 23^rd to August 15^th 2009
Location:	32 State Street, Shillington Borough
Victim:	Steins Flowers
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Steins Flower Shop was vandalized on three occasions from July 23^rd to August 15^th 2009. Two times a rock was thrown through their green house windows. On the third occasion someone shot a BB through the shop. Loss to date is $2500.00. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, September 6, 2009
Offense:	* HIT & RUN ACCIDENT *
Suspect:	Black male, heavy build, dreadlocks.
Date/Time:	07/04/09 at about 5:48 PM
Location:	Spring St. at Nicolls St., Reading City
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	A driver and passenger on a motorcycle were traveling west on Spring St., when a tan or gold sedan failed to yield at the stop sign at northbound Nicolls St. and struck the motorcycle causing driver of MC to break both legs. The driver of vehicle failed to stop and render aid. Driver of striking vehicle described as a black male, heavy build, dreadlocks. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, August 30, 2009
Offense:	* ROBBERY *
Suspect:	A white or light skinned Hispanic male early twenties blonde hair, some facial hair and a tattoo on the left side of his neck. He was wearing a white T shirt, strong build, wearing black frame glasses and blue jeans.
Date/Time:	07/20/09 around 7:55pm
Location:	433 W. Douglass St. Reading
Victim:	Family Dollar Store
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The robbery occurred at the Family Dollar store at 433 W. Douglass St on 07/20/09 around 7:55pm. The suspect is a white or light skinned Hispanic male early twenties blonde hair, some facial hair and a tattoo on the left side of his neck. He was wearing a white T shirt, strong build, wearing black frame glasses and blue jeans. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, August 23, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	08-05-09 between 6:30 PM and 8:30 PM
Location:	Rt. 724 at Valley Stream Rd.
Victim:	Television, electronic equipment and jewelry
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Sometime between 6:30PM and 8:30 PM on Wednesday 08-05-09 unknown person(s) broke into the residence on Rt. 724 at Valley Stream Rd. The actor(s) stole a television, Nintendo Playstation II game console with miscellaneous games and jewelry. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, August 16, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Sunday, July 26, 2009
Location:	4600 North 5^th Street, Muhlenberg Township
Victim:	Pizza Como
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on July 26, 2009 at Pizza Como Restaurant located at 4600 N. 5^th St. Highway. Actor(s) gained access through the rear of the store and removed a dark gray safe with a dial combination, the safe was also on wheels and weighed at least a hundred pounds. The safe contained a large amount of coin currency. It also contained a small amount of paper currency and lottery tickets that were reported stolen to the PA Lottery Commission. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, August 9, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Click on photo to enlarge.
Date/Time:	August 1, 2009 between 0045 hrs. and 0119 hrs.
Location:	PA ROUTE 61 (POTTSVILLE PIKE) and PA ROUTE 222.
Victim:	The Cross Roads Restaurant
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Township Police (Berks County) are investigating a burglary that occurred on August 1, 2009 between 0045 hrs. and 0119 hrs. The Cross Roads Restaurant located on PA ROUTE 61 (POTTSVILLE PIKE) and PA ROUTE 222. The actor gained entry by a hole he cut into the overhang from the rear roof line. He then gained access to an area above the kitchen. He dropped down from the ceiling area and went to the office where he tried to force open the office door. During this time he tripped an audible burglar alarm and he then fled before police arrived. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, August 2, 2009
Offense:	* Armed robbery *
Suspect:	Click on composite to enlarge. White male, between 30 and 40 years old, 5 feet 8 inches, 230 lbs., short blondish hair. Suspect also has a black spider web tattoo on his right elbow
Date/Time:	07/06/2009 at approximately 8:57 PM
Location:	Candlewood Suites, 55 S 3^rd Avenue, West Reading Borough
Victim:	Candlewood Suites
Items Taken/Damage:	$150.00 cash
Synopsis:	On Monday July 6^th, 2009 at 8:57 P.M. the Candlewood Suites located at 55 S. 3^rd Avenue, West Reading, was robbed. A white male entered the lobby and demanded that the clerk hand over money. The suspect implied that he was armed and told the clerk that he would shoot him if his demands were not met. The clerk handed over money and the suspect fled on foot. The suspect was last seen running East on Franklin Avenue. The suspect was described as being a heavy set white male between the ages of 30 and 40 with short blondish hair. The suspect was described as being approximately 5 feet 8 inches tall and weighing approximately 230 pounds. The suspect was also described as having a black spider web tattoo on his right elbow. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, July 26, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	White Male, Jeans, horizontal striped shirt, BB Style hat.
Date/Time:	May 24, 2009 at about 11:00 AM
Location:	501 Washington Street
Victim:	Hispanic Center
Items Taken/Damage:	Computer and Food Items
Synopsis:	Unknown male in still photo entered the building and broke into the Hispanic Center and removed a computer and large quantity of food items. Total loss in excess of $8000 If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, July 19, 2009
Offense:	* AGGRAVATED ASSAULT & ROBBERY *
Suspect:	One suspect, Hendi Deaza Rios already arrested. There are 3 suspects outstanding, 1) H/M, tall, long black hair 20's. 2) H/M 20's, dark skinned. 3) H/M, 18-20 heavy short build.
Date/Time:	May 17, 2009 at about 3:30 AM
Location:	235 N. 9th Street, Reading
Victim:	21 year old Reading man.
Items Taken/Damage:	$300 cash and a cellular phone
Synopsis:	The victim and his girlfriend left a party. The victim was attacked by 4 males and punched and repeatedly kicked in excess of 40 kicks. Suffered broken nose, contusions, bruises. Suspects removed $300 from his pocket as well as his cellular phone. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, July 12, 2009
Offense:	* CRIMINAL MISCHIEF *
Suspect:	See below
Date/Time:	Occurred at an unknown time on early on 07/08/2009
Location:	7695 Lancaster Avenue (Route #501 approximately 1 mile north of the village of Mount Aetna), Tulpehocken Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Unknown subjects used a BB or pellet rifle to incur approximately $5000.00 damage to a pickup truck parked along the farm lane at location, just off of Route #501. The subjects damaged the windows and body of the vehicle. There was also damage to an adjoining structure near where the vehicle was parked. If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, July 5, 2009
Offense:	* residential burglary *
Suspect:	See below
Date/Time:	July 1, 2009 approx. 6:43 PM
Location:	Rt. 73 and Park Rd. in Blandon, Maidencreek Township
Victim:	Victim (elderly female)
Items Taken/Damage:	Safe, approx. $100,000.00, jewelry and paperwork
Synopsis:	On July 1, 2009 approx. 6:43 PM a white male knocked on the front door of the victim’s residence. She answered the door and spoke with the male while standing on the front porch. The subject told her the following: I was trying to get a hold of you this morning. I wanted to talk to you about your lot (property). The neighbors want to put a fence up and we need to check the boundary lines. As she spoke with this subject, she noticed the white van parked in her driveway (facing the residence). The van appeared to be occupied by an additional two male subjects. These two subjects remained inside the van, while she spoke with the first subject on the front porch. The size and make of the van is unknown. She agreed to go to the back of the home to show the subject where the property line is located. The subject remained outside and walked around the the residence to the backyard. Victim walked through the residence to get to her backyard. She and the first male subject continued their conversation in the backyard. She could not see the van or the other two males from this location. She did notice that this male was wearing red gloves (possible leather), and assumed that they were work gloves. This first subject continued to make small talk with her about the fence and what type he will be installing. As he was speaking with her, the subject's cell phone began to ring. He answered it and began to speak about a metal detector. The phone call was brief and the subject told her that his “buddy” (i.e., co-worker in the van) is looking for the metal detector to help find the boundary pin/stake. At this time, she was able to hear her dog barking inside the home. She did not think anything of this, as she assumed that the dog was barking because she and the subject were outside. The subject's cell phone then rang a second time. The subject answered, and then told her “my buddy wants me for something; I'll be back in about 10 minutes”. Victim advised that the first subject gave her the impression that the other worker needed help finding the metal detector. She waited a few minutes in the back yard. She then walked to the back door, to enter her residence. At that time, she found that the back door was now closed and locked. She then unlocked the door and walked through the home to the front door. She found that the van and the subject she spoke with were gone. Items that were in the safe are as follows: $100,00.00 in cash - mostly denominations of $100 and $50 dollar bills. Gold Bolivia Watch - The watch has an inscription on the backside, which bears the victim’s name and a date containing the year “1957” and some small amount of jewelry. Some paperwork for funeral arrangements and tax records were also inside the safe. Safe - The safe is medium gray in color with a combination lock and a lever. The safe is approx. one foot in width and two feet in height. Vehicle was described as a newer (rounded) model mini-van… white in color with windows on the sides. No ladder or roof rack on the vehicle. No markings; logos; or damage observed on the vehicle. First subject (who actually spoke with Victim) was described as a w/m (early to mid 50's). Victim described this male as possibly being of Italian decent. She also added that the subject had no distinct accent. The subject had dark brown hair that was described as “messy”/uncombed on top. The hair length was approx. down past the ears. Subject was reportedly 5'2” to 5'4” tall; stocky build (approx. 160 lbs.). Subject may have been wearing black rim glasses. Subject was wearing white pants and red leather gloves. One of the subjects inside the van was seated in the driver seat. This subject was described as a w/m (dark hair). Victim never observed this subject outside the van; however, could see a portion of him seated in the car. She believes that this subject is heavyset (possibly weighing over 300 lbs.). If you know anything about this crime or the suspect, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, June 28, 2009
Offense:	* WANTED PERSON *
Suspect:	Bernard Holmes
Date/Time:	---
Location:	---
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Pennsylvania Attorney General's Office has requested assistance in locating, Bernard Holmes, DOB: 9/10/1962. 5'11" 165 lbs. Black Male, Brown eyes, Black hair. Last known address was 401 Court Street, Apt. D, West Reading, (Berks County) PA 19611 The arrest warrant was issued by Magisterial District Judge Catherine Hummel-Freid, Magisterial District No. 38-2-02 on 12/24/2008. Holmes is charged with one count of each of the following: Insurance Fraud, 18 PA C.S.A. §4117(a)(2) F-3, Theft by Deception, 18 PA C.S.A. §3922(a)(1) F-3. This warrant is for nationwide extradition. Holmes is likely working as a Laborer or Assembly employee. Present whereabouts unknown. If you know anything about the whereabouts of this person, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, June 21, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between Sunday, June 14 and Monday, June 15, 2009
Location:	Beagle Road near the village Of Frystown
Victim:	Swatara Beagle Club
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Sometime between about four thirty on Sunday afternoon the fourteenth of June and about nine o’clock on Monday morning the fifteenth of June unknown actors gained entry and removed a safe, cash and assorted items. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, June 14, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	5/23-5/26/2009
Location:	4355 Pottsville Pike
Victim:	Carlson Weaver Memorial
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	From 5/23-5/26/2009 the Carlson Weaver Memorial building located at 4355 Pottsville Pike in Muhlenberg Twp. was burglarized, $1,555.00 in cash was taken. Entry was gained via an unlocked office window. No suspects are known at this time. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, June 7, 2009
Offense:	* ASSAULT *
Suspect:	2 Black or Latino Males, 20 years old, short hair. Driver was tall with tattoos (letter "L" and "N") Passenger may possibly have a nickname of "Mutt." The vehicle is described as a gold colored late model four door Honda with an aftermarket loud exhaust system. There were NY Baseball caps on the rear deck. (1-blue, 1-red, 1 black) The car has a gray interior.
Date/Time:	05/18/09 0900-1300 hours
Location:	---
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Robeson Township Police Department is seeking information on an assault that occurred on May 10, 2009 between 1:00AM and 6:00AM. The victim reported that she encountered the actors when walking from the 200 block of West 46th Street, Exeter Township to her home in the 1400 block of Old River Road, Robeson Township. While in the area of the walking trail along Gibralter Road she was approached the the two males operating a Gold colored late model four door Honda. The driver offered the victim a ride, which she accepted. While in the back seat of the car the victim lost consciousness and does not remember any events that transpired. She regained consciousness along the west bank of the Schuylkill Road by Old River Road and she found that she had been physically assaulted and that her cell phone and credit cards were missing from her purse. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, May 31, 2009
Offense:	* WANTED SUBJECTS - BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Accused 1: Brian SMITH, 29 YOA, white male, 6’0” tall, approx. 180 lbs., short red hair, 1229 W. Walnut St., Allentown, PA. Accused 2: Matthew LLOYD, 29 YOA, white male, 5’08” tall, approx. 165 lbs., short black hair, last known address: 703 E. Green St., Allentown, PA. They may be operating/using a smaller two tone brown SUV.
Date/Time:	05/18/09 0900-1300 hours
Location:	---
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Pennsylvania State Police, Troop L – Reading, investigated the above listed burglary and warrants of arrest were obtained for Accused 1 and Accused 2. A pillow case from the residence was used to carry out many of the stolen items which consisted of mainly electronics and jewelry. Anyone with any information regarding the whereabouts of Accused 1 and/or Accused 2 is encouraged to call PSP Reading at (610) 378-4011 or Berks County Crime Alert toll free at (877) 373-9913. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, May 24, 2009
Offense:	* ARMED ROBBERY *
Suspect:	The first male is described as a while male, approx 5’07”, approx 160#, wearing a black hoodie, black face mask, and dark colored sweatpants. The second male is described as a black male, approx 5’07”, approx 160#, wearing a black hoodie and jeans.
Date/Time:	Thursday night, 14May09, at approximately 23:50hrs.
Location:	Grab-A-Cab office on Water St
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Twp Police Dept is investigating an armed robbery that occurred on Thursday night, 14May09, at approximately 23:50hrs. Two males entered the Grab-A-Cab office on Water St. One male displayed a black pistol and asked the dispatcher where the money was. The dispatcher indicated that the money was locked in the safe and that a key was not available for the safe. The second male attempted to force the safe open but was unsuccessful. The dispatcher was led outside by the male with the gun. A few moments later, the second male exited the building. Both fled in an unknown direction. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, May 17, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	(Click on images for full size view)
Date/Time:	April 17, 2009
Location:	Boscov’s North
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Muhlenberg Twp. Police Department is investigating a wallet stolen from a purse at Boscov’s North on April 17, 2009. The victim was shopping at Boscov’s when two black females were shopping near her and even bumped her one time. It is believed that this is when the victim’s wallet was taken from her purse. The Sears Master Card belonging to the victim was used a short time later at the Target on N. 5^th St. by the same two black females. They purchase gift cards totaling $1505.99. The attached photos are of the suspects and their vehicle. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, May 10, 2009
Offense:	* ATTEMPTED BURGLARY *
Suspect:	2 Hispanic males
Date/Time:	Wednesday, May 7, 2009
Location:	000 block of Downing Drive, Wyomissing
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	The Wyomissing Police Department is seeking information on an attempted burglary that occurred on Wednesday, May 7, 2009 in 000 block of Downing Drive. At 9:04 AM, a 9-1-1 call was received reporting 2 Hispanic males were attempting to gain access through rear windows and doors. Both were seen wearing backpacks and likely fled the area in a vehicle. Police responded to the area but were unable to locate the subjects. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, May 3, 2009
Offense:	* CRIMINAL MISCHIEF - GRAFFITI *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Month of April 2009
Location:	Strausstown Borough & Tulpehocken Township Area
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	DURING THE MONTH OF APRIL SEVERAL BUILDINGS HAVE BEEN SPRAY PAINTED IN TULPEHOCKEN TOWNSHIP AND STRAUSSTOWN BOROUGH. THE REHRERSBURG LIONS CLUB AND THE SALEM ROAD BRIDGE IN TULPEHOCKEN TOWNSHIP HAVE BEEN SPRAY PAINTED BY UNKNOWN SUBJECT(S). IN STRAUSSTOWN BOROUGH THE LIONS CLUB AND THE JACKSON CREEK TAXIDERMY STUDIO HAVE ALSO BEEN SPRAY PAINTED. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, April 26, 2009
Offense:	* CRIMINAL MISCHIEF - TIRE SLASHING *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	October 29 into October 30, 2008
Location:	Lincoln Park area of Cumru Twp. and Spring Twp.
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Tires were slashed on approx. 200 vehicles.
Synopsis:	During the over night hours of October 29, 2008 into October 30, 2008 vandals slashed the tires on approx. 200 vehicles in the Lincoln Park area of Cumru Twp. and Spring Twp. Residents woke up in the early morning hours to find their vehicles with all four tires flattened. Police need your help and are asking anyone with information to contact Berks Crime Alert or the police. You will remain anonymous. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, April 19, 2009
Offense:	* ROBBERY *
Suspect:	H/M, 5’8”, 150 lbs, early 20’s, long curly hair, with a mustache and goatee, wearing blue jeans, dark colored top, and a baseball hat.
Date/Time:	April 12, 2009, at about 3:00 AM
Location:	624 N. Park Rd, Wyomissing
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Two cartons of Newport cigarettes
Synopsis:	On 04/12/09 at 0300 hrs approx. a robbery occurred at the Sunoco A-plus, 624 N. Park Rd, Wyomissing. A Hispanic male subject entered the store and ordered two cartons of Newport cigarettes. As the clerk was bagging the cigarettes the subject grabbed the cigarettes from the clerk at ran out of the store. The subject was described as H/M, 5’8”, 150 lbs, early 20’s, long curly hair, with a mustache and goatee, wearing blue jeans, dark colored top, and a baseball hat. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, April 12, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	February 15, 2009
Location:	1400 Block of Fern Avenue, Kenhorst
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	(1) Ariens Snowblower
Synopsis:	Sometime overnight unknown person(s) entered the property at the rear of a residence in the 1400 block of Fern Ave. in Kenhorst. The snowblower had been covered by a tarp and had been chained to a wooden platform. The actor(s) removed the tarp that covered the snowblower, cut the lock on the chain and removed the snowblower. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, April 5, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY / THEFT *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between 12-18-08 and 01-27-09
Location:	Building #2 Fairway Rd. Flying Hills Cumru Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	DEWALT cordless circular saw, DEWALT cordless 18 volt drill, DEWALT 12”double bevel compound miter saw, MILWAUKEE Sawzall (reciprocating saw), BOSCH jig saw, HUSKY battery charger
Synopsis:	Sometime between 12-18-08 and 01-27-09 unknown person(s) entered the locked storage area in the basement of #2 Fairway Road in Flying Hills and removed the above described tools. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, March 29, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT FROM VEHICLES *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between March 10 and March 26
Location:	Parking lots in the area of Berkshire Boulevard, State Hill Road, Woodland Road, and Crossing Drive, Wyomissing Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	See Below
Synopsis:	Between March 10 and March 26, Wyomissing Police have again investigated numerous theft from vehicle incidents. These have been mainly occurring in daylight hours on the parking lots of various retail and commercial locations. Items taken are mainly GPS units, but other items such as stereos, cameras, and other small electronics have been taken. In almost every case a window was smashed to gain entry. The Wyomissing Police reminds all motorists that when you park your vehicle, to secure items out-of-sight inside the car. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, March 22, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Dark skinned male, possibly in his 30’s . Suspect was operating a mid 90’s Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC Yukon which was white in color and displayed a Delaware registration plate
Date/Time:	12-05-08 between 0745 hrs. and 1645 hrs.
Location:	100 block Trolley Lane (near Wyomissing Road) Cumru Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Jewelry and a laptop computer
Synopsis:	The residence was burglarized and the jewelry and laptop computer were stolen sometime between 7:45 AM and 4:45 PM. A neighbor observed the above vehicle and suspect in the driveway at the residence at approx. 12:45 PM. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, March 15, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between 2/28/09 and 3/4/09
Location:	Tulley Drive, Bernville, PA.
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	See Below
Synopsis:	Tilden Township Police are investigating the theft of a black metal 2008 Carmate flatbed trailer, PA Registration XDP6132 that was taken from behind a residence at 1331 Hex Highway, Tilden Township, sometime between 02/28/2009 and 03/04/2009. Value is approximately $1400.00. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, March 8, 2009
Offense:	* BURGLARY *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between 10-12-08 and 10-13-08
Location:	1300 block of Lacrosse Ave
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	(1) Yamaha YZ 490 off-road motorcycle and (1) Yamaha YZ 80 off-road motorcycle. Also (3) chest protectors and (1) pair of riding boots.
Synopsis:	Sometime between 5:00PM on 10-12-08 and 6:30PM on 10-13-08 unknown person(s) entered a garage in the rear of a residence in the 1300 block of Lacrosse Ave. and stole the above listed property. The motorcycles are not street legal and are intended for off-road use only. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, March 1, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT OF CATTLE *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	See Below
Location:	1000 block of Church Road, Tulpehocken Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	See Below
Synopsis:	Tulpehocken Township Police are investigating the theft of cattle that has occurred from a farm on Church Road in Tulpehocken Township. These incidents began in the last week in January and has occurred 4 times. The last incident occurred between Tuesday, February 17, 2009 at 10:00 PM and Wednesday, February 18, 2009 at 5:00 AM. In the incidents, a total of 4 red and black angus steers weighing between 600 and 800 pounds each were taken. Total value of the animals taken would be $2000.00 - $3000.00. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, February 22, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between 01-11-09 and 01-23-09
Location:	Governor Mifflin Apartments Rt. 724 Cumru Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Coin boxes and the tops of washing machines.
Synopsis:	On (3) different occasions unknown person(s) entered the laundry rooms of (5) different apartment buildings. The subject(s) completely removed the tops from several coin operated washing machines and removed them from the building. The subject(s) also broke into the coin boxes of several coin operated dryers and removed the coins from the coin boxes. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, February 15, 2009
Offense:	* Burglary *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between 7:00PM on 01-09-09 and 7:45AM on 01-10-09
Location:	1643 Lancaster Ave. Cumru Township
Victim:	Supreme Cleaners
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Sometime between 7:00PM on 01-09-09 and 7:45AM on 01-10-09 unknown person(s) pulled the clothing drop box out of the front window of Supreme Cleaners and entered the building. The subject(s) ransacked the business looking for valuables. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, February 8, 2009
Offense:	* Burglary *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	11-21-08 between 8:00AM and 10:55AM
Location:	1083 Commonwealth Blvd. Kenhorst Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Rifles, shotguns, a handgun, a laptop computer, jewelry, digital cameras and a small safe.
Synopsis:	On 11-21-08 between 8:00AM and 10:55AM unknown person(s) forced entry into the residence and stole the above listed property. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, February 1, 2009
Offense:	* Burglary *
Suspect:	Dark skinned male, possibly in his 30’s . Suspect was operating a mid 90’s Chevrolet Tahoe or GMC Yukon which was white in color and displayed a Delaware registration plate
Date/Time:	12-05-08 between 0745 hrs. and 1645 hrs.
Location:	100 block Trolley Lane (near Wyomissing Road) Cumru Township
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Jewelry and a laptop computer
Synopsis:	The residence was burglarized and the jewelry and laptop computer were stolen sometime between 7:45 AM and 4:45 PM. A neighbor observed the above vehicle and suspect in the driveway at the residence at approx. 12:45 PM. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, January 25, 2009
Offense:	* Burglary *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	January 13^th 2300 hrs. To January 14^th 0600 hrs.
Location:	Shillington Social Quarters, 38 S. Sterley St. Shillington Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Cash, coins and an ATM machine
Synopsis:	The Shillington Police Department is investigating a burglary which occurred at the Shillington Social Quarters, located at 38 S. Sterley St. Shillington Borough. It is believed to have taken place between January 13^th 2300 hrs. To January 14^th 0600 hrs. Subject(s) gained access via the rear basement door. Taken was cash, coins and an ATM machine. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, January 18, 2009
Offense:	* construction materials THEFTS *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	Between January 5, 2009 and January 14, 2009
Location:	Wyomissing Square Project, Park Road & Hill Avenue, Wyomissing Borough
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	See Below
Synopsis:	The Wyomissing Police Department is investigating two construction site thefts: 1) Between 1/5/2009 at 7PM and 1/6/2009 at 8AM, the theft of 30 squares of shingles (GAF brand charcoal colored large square roofing shingles) with a value of $2000.00. 2) Between 1/14/2009 at 4:30PM and 1/15/2009 at 7AM, the theft of 50 sheets of fire resistant plywood with an approximate value of $1300.00. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913

Week Beginning:	Sunday, January 11, 2009
Offense:	* ROBBERY *
Suspect:	Male, 5'10", grey hoodie, black jeans, white and black bandana, black shoes, had face covered
Date/Time:	January 1, 2009 1:46 PM
Location:	Turkey Hill Store, 800 North 10th Street, Reading
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	Cigarettes & Cash
Synopsis:	Actor entered the business with a knife and demanded money and cigarettes from the clerk. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913
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Week Beginning:	Sunday, January 4, 2009
Offense:	* THEFT *
Suspect:	Unknown
Date/Time:	December 30, 2008, between 1:13 AM and 1:30 AM
Location:	Bethel Truck Service, 9152 Old Route 22
Victim:	---
Items Taken/Damage:	---
Synopsis:	Bethel Township Police are investigating a theft from the rear yard of Bethel Truck Service that occurred between 1:13 AM and 1:30 AM. 3 males entered the rear yard and removed scrap metal (medium-sized zinc radiators). Although the value is small (approximately $75.00), scrap metal thefts continue to plague many jurisdictions. If you know anything about this incident, please call Crime Alert Berks County at 1-877-373-9913
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