All persons in the police blotter are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
Oct. 9
Theft: A resident of 74th Street East reported the theft of lawn fertilizer and a weed eater from under his carport. No suspect information was available. The responding officer suggested ways to improve home security, such as installing a gate or motion lights.
Warrant Arrest: Two officers observed a vehicle driving without headlights on at approximately 11 p.m. Upon contact, the driver was confirmed to possess a misdemeanor warrant with Buckley Police Department. The subject was transported to Buckley PD and a family member picked up the vehicle.
Oct. 10
Shoplifting: An officer was dispatched to a state Route 410 grocery store for the report of a shoplifting incident that occurred a couple weeks prior. The subject was caught stealing alcohol from several local grocery stores in Enumclaw, Bonney Lake, Sumner, Puyallup and Kent. The reporting person wished to press charges for the incident occurring in Bonney Lake. The responding officer forwarded a report to the prosecutor.
Oct. 11
Theft from Vehicle: A resident of 188th Avenue East reported theft from a vehicle parked in the driveway. The reporting person was knocked down by the suspect when she interrupted the vehicle prowl. She was unable to provide a detailed description of the suspects and their vehicle. Officers had no luck locating the suspects during an area check.
Stolen Services: Officers were dispatched to a vacant home on the report that a neighbor appeared to be stealing water from the residence. Neighborhood witnesses stated two subjects have been seen stealing services from homes in the area on different occasions. It appeared someone had also attempted to gain entry to the vacant home, but was unsuccessful. Officers were unable to contact the suspects but all three witnesses were asked to complete written statements and the homeowner was advised to watch his utility bill for excess charges, due to the theft.
