Well, 2012 went out with the usual assortment of police
activity reported by the Buffalo Grove Police Department.
Here’s a look at some of the calls that may make you wonder what some
people are thinking.
Sensitive, isn’t he?
Complainant reported that he told a driver that he was
parked in a fire lane, and the driver told the complainant that it was none of
his business. The driver also stated that if he is confronted by the
complainant again, he will do bodily harm. Officers located the driver in the
parking lot, and because the complainant did not want to sign a complaint, the
driver was sent on his way.
Better late than
never…
Resident reported that he lost his debit card a year ago,
and did not report the matter to the bank. The bank contacted the
resident to tell him of on-going activity with the account. The bank has
cancelled the account.
Must have been during
a full moon…
Resident reported that he had used drugs with a person he
believed to be an FBI agent, and now there are more than forty officers outside
of his house. Officers noted that there were no officers or other persons
of any kind outside of the resident’s house, when they arrived. The
resident refused to go to the hospital for an evaluation.
Yet, another scam…
Resident received an offer of employment after he posted his
resume on Careerbuilder.com. The offer required the resident to sign a
contract and send his financial information so they could do a direct deposit
into his account. The resident correctly suspected this to be a scam. (This is not necessarily funny…but a good
example of why people need to watch for scams…)
And for this they
called the police?
Customer was making a disturbance because a store official
would not allow him to purchase a large quantity of TWINKIES. The
official stated that only 10 TWINKIES per person is allowed. The customer
was advised the store can set limits and for him to buy his 10 TWINKIES and
leave, which he did.
Let’s see, lights,
camera, action?
Resident reported that he has a wildlife camera in his back
yard, and when he reviewed the photos, he found one of a male subject standing
in the yard looking at the resident’s house. It is unknown who the
subject is.
Talk about making the
order “to go”….
Owner reported that one of his employees is going through a
divorce and the estranged wife came to the business and caused a scene.
Officer spoke with the wife who could not understand why the police are
involved, but did understand that she is no longer welcome at the business.
Talk about trash
talking…
Officer observed a male subject take a bag of trash out of
his car and place it into the Park District dumpster. When the officer
spoke with the subject he stated that he thought the dumpster was for public
use. When the officer advised the subject of his misunderstanding the bag of
garbage was placed back into the car. A citation was issued.
Must be the
excitement of Christmas morning…
Resident reported that her neighbors are arguing and that a
child could be heard yelling and crying. Officer spoke with the neighbor
who stated that he and his daughter had just finished opening presents and the
girl was excited. No one else was in the apartment and the girl was fine.
Well, at least there
is neighborhood watch…
Resident reported a male subject entering a neighboring home
through a rear window. Officers found the rear window closed but
unlocked. The home was checked and no one was inside. Officer
contacted the homeowner who stated that she asked her son to go to the house
and retrieve some items, and since the son did not have a key, she told him to
use the window. The homeowner was advised to call 911 to let them know in
the future if her son will be using the window again.
Did he have to pay
waiting time?
Maintenance worker stated that while working inside the
building, and unknown male subject began knocking on the doors and windows and
requested to be let inside. When the worker would not allow the subject
inside, the subject left in a taxi.
And finally…
Downtown redevelopment, elections, crime? The following article was covered by some
media as a major news story….
This
is my final Buffalo Grove Police Blotter. Due to financial reasons, my
position has been cut from the budget effective January 1, 2013.
Though
I have never met many of you, it seems as though we have become friends.
I appreciate your feedback and contributions to this Blotter. I have
enjoyed writing it for the past five and a half years and will miss doing
so. I do sincerely hope that you were well informed and that you have
gained some knowledge on crime prevention and safety. Remember to be a
nosy neighbor and call 911 if you see anyone or anything that seems
suspicious. Thank you!
Have
a Happy New Year and I wish you health, happiness and prosperity.
See
ya!!!!!!!
Pete
Lippert
Deputy
Chief Ret.
But rest assured…the
department responded…
We
received a couple questions asking if the Blotter would continue. The
answer is....Yes, The Crime Prevention Unit will continue to send out the
Police Blotter. As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please
contact the Crime Prevention Unit at 847-459-2560.
Thanks for your effort and hard work Pete. Good luck --- and keep the left arm straight.
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