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Darke County Sheriff’s Office...
Sheriff warns
of thefts, break-ins; report suspicious activity
The Darke County Sheriff’s Office has received information that
surrounding counties are experiencing a rash of burglaries. Darke
County has also experienced a few thefts and break-ins recently.
Suspicious activity and persons have been reported in East Central
Darke County in the past two weeks. This criminal activity has
been occurring primarily during the daytime. The method of
operation for most daytime burglars is to approach the residence and
knock on the door. If a resident answers they will have a false
story such as they are lost or out of gas. In most cases they
will leave and move on to the next potential target. If no one
answers the door the thieves typically walk around the property trying
doors and windows assessing the opportunity to enter. If forced
entry is used they usually choose points of access less visible from
the road or neighbors. Items most commonly stolen include
electronics, firearms, cash and jewelry.
Darke County Sheriff’s Deputies continue to be vigilant in patrols;
however we need the assistance of our local citizens. Darke
County Sheriff Toby L. Spencer asks citizens to be on the look out and
immediately report any suspicious activity they might observe.
Such activity can be reported to the Sheriff 24 hours a day by calling
937-548-2020. If you believe there is a crime in progress call
911. It is important that reports are called in at the time they
are observed to allow the deputies a timely response and
investigation. If able to do so safely, please provide a
description of any vehicles or persons associated with the suspicious
activity. Please do not delay in making this
call.
The Darke County Sheriff makes the following suggestions to reduce your
chances of becoming a victim of crime. Lock the doors to your
home and secure outbuildings. Do not leave garage and outbuilding
doors standing open unnecessarily. This only advertises your
valuables to thieves that may be scouting your neighborhood for their
next victim. Do not open your door to people you do not know or
are not expecting. If someone tries to force entry into your
residence loudly inform them you have called law enforcement and they
are on the way. Go to a safe place in your home and barricade
yourself if possible. Stay on the telephone with the 911
dispatcher.
The Darke County Sheriff encourages property owners to record and
document manufacturer names, model numbers and serial numbers to their
valuables. This information is necessary to increase the chances
of property recovery if you should become a victim of crime and sustain
a theft.
When citizens and law enforcement work together we make our community a
less attractive place for criminals and a safer place to live and work.
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