Sheriff's Office

For Immediate Release

PR #: 1800102
Date Issued: Oct 05, 2018 - 1:47pm

Sheriff's Office asks for help identifying two suspects in vehicle burglary/credit card fraud investigation

CONTACT: Bob Harmon
Washoe County Sheriff's Office
Office 775-785-6235
Cell 775-722-5517

Washoe County Sheriff's Office Detectives are asking for the public's help with identifying two suspects in a vehicle break-in that occurred in Galena Creek Regional Park during the afternoon of August 13, 2018.

One of the credit cards stolen during this burglary has since been used by a man and woman at the Target store located in south Reno. Surveillance photos of the couple were obtained from the Target store are attached to this press release.

Investigators are now asking for any information that will help to identify and locate the suspects. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Washoe County Sheriff's Office Detective Division at (775) 328-3320 or Secret Witness at (775) 322-4900. Refer to case #WC18-3914.

Last winter the Sheriff's Office investigated an unusual spike in vehicle burglaries in the Mt. Rose recreation area. The Sheriff's Office reminds residents that vehicles parked at trailheads and parks are vulnerable to potential burglars. Suggested prevention tips:

  • Don't leave valuables in the car. If you don't need to take valuables with you for an outing, leave them safely at home. If valuables must be left in a vehicle, be sure to lock them in the trunk or glove compartment not under jackets or blankets behind the seat as that is one of the first places criminals look
  • Leave no trace. Don't leave any sign that there might be valuables hidden in a vehicle by leaving items such as docking stations or connector cables visible. Leave nothing in plain sight that might make the vehicle a target for thieves, not even loose coins
  • Be sure to set the car alarm or anti-theft devices. These are still effective deterrents against criminals who are looking for the easiest target
  • Keep windows completely closed. Partially open windows may make your vehicle an easier target for thieves
  • Lock the door when leaving the car. Still one of the most common issues with vehicle burglaries
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The Washoe County Sheriff's Office is dedicated to preserving a safe and secure community with professionalism, respect, integrity and the highest commitment to equality. Sheriff Darin Balaam is the 27th person elected to serve as the Sheriff of Washoe County since the Office was created in 1861. The Washoe County Sheriff's Office strives to ensure public safety by building trust and creating partnerships within the diverse communities in which we serve. We will promote the dignity of all people supported by our words and actions through open communication while fostering an environment of professionalism, integrity and mutual respect.

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