2016-09-29 00:01:16
Update of Criminal Mischief
On 09/24/2016, the Saratoga Police Department had opened an investigation of loosened/removed lug nuts from vehicles.
At this point, the Saratoga Police Department has reason to believe the individual/individuals are attempting to obtain wheels from GM style trucks. There has been three (3) trucks which have been tampered with. All of which have been from GM eight (8) lug wheel patterns.
Also, there had been a series of Burglaries recently involving the theft of tools. The Saratoga Police Department has reason to believe the two criminal acts may be connected.
Tools which had been taken range from cordless Snap-On 1/2 inch (battery pack) impact, 3/8 drive Snap-On Air impact Drill/Wrench. DeWalt Bore Scope, 7 piece set of Gear Wrench Metric Flex Head Ratchets, DeWalt Cordless Drill, DeWalt Cordless Impact Driver, Several 20 Volt/18 Volt batteries, 1200 Volt Generator, Power Probe voltage meter, Husqvarna 28 inch bar Chainsaw, CB radio, JVC car radio disc player and a Dodge Cummins diesel emblem.
If anyone has any information regarding the incident, please contact the Saratoga Police Department, 307-326-8316, and ask to speak with or leave a message for Officer Phillips.
Please do not hesitate to contact the Saratoga Police Department if you see any criminal/suspicious behavior. Anonymous Tips are always welcome.
Officer Phillips
Incident SPD16-3516