Crime Report: April 2025

4/17
Theft
3519 Scotts Ln.
10:59PM
The rear window and crown molding of a 2012 black Ford Taurus were damaged. A tool bag ($600), DVD player ($200), and handicap placard ($100) were stolen.

Theft
4207 Ridge Ave. (Major’s Deli)
5:02PM
A Black male suspect entered the deli, pretended to place an order, then grabbed a tip jar containing at least $30 and fled eastbound on Midvale. The incident was caught on video.

Theft
3510 Scotts Ln. (Sherman Mills apts.)
11:48AM
A 2014 white Dodge Challenger was found with a broken passenger window. Documents including the vehicle title, registration, and insurance papers were reported stolen.

4/16
Theft
3510 Scotts Ln. (Sherman Mills apts.)
8PM
A 2023 black Kia Sorento was broken into overnight. The rear window was smashed, and stolen items included a laptop, tablet, VR headset, bookbag, gym bag, and two battery chargers ($3,700). No surveillance footage was available.

4/15
Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
4:22PM
A Black female suspect, approximately 20–30 years old, 5’6″, 120 lbs, wearing a plaid jacket and black pants, took three lemonades, five Dove deodorants, and one hand sanitizer without paying ($65). She fled on foot in an unknown direction.

Burglary
5450 Wissahickon Ave. (The Avenue at East Falls)
11AM
A 31-year-old woman returned home from school to find her apartment ransacked. She reported that no one had permission to enter and could not confirm whether anything was missing. The property manager allegedly refused to provide surveillance footage and was uncooperative.

Theft
39XX E Netherfield Rd.
4:09AM
An unknown Black male wearing a mask, all-black clothing, and a red backpack was seen entering a 2009 silver Toyota Corolla. Nothing was taken or damaged. The suspect fled the area on a scooter.

4/14
Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
2:52PM
Two males entered Rite Aid and walked around the store, appearing to shop. They concealed two Monster Energy drinks (valued at $7.38). One of the males purchased a bag of chips at the counter. Both suspects left the store without paying for the energy drinks and were last seen walking westbound on Midvale Ave.

Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
11:06AM
Rite Aid employee reported that a 36-year-old male suspect entered the store and stole two hair-cutting clipper kits valued at $219.97. Suspect left without paying and fled on Midvale Ave. Store surveillance footage is available.

4/13
Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
2:55PM
An unidentified female suspect entered Rite Aid, took hair and skin care products valued at $55.45, concealed them in a red Target bag, and exited the store without paying. She was last seen walking toward Ridge Ave.

Theft
3510 Scotts Ln. (Sherman Mills apts.)
1:19PM
A 25-year-old male complainant reported his 2021 white Infiniti Q50 stolen. He stated he parked the vehicle the previous day and discovered it missing upon returning.

4/11
Aggravated Assault
36XX Calumet St.
12:08AM
A 64-year-old female complainant reported that an unknown male offender sprayed her with an unidentified chemical, causing her to nearly pass out. The suspect also damaged her property by removing a slot from her fence. The suspect fled the scene in a small black SUV. The suspect is described as a male, approximately 37 years old, 5’6″, 150 lbs, dark complexion, with wavy hair.

4/10
Theft
4300 Ridge Ave. (The Driftway apts.)
12:30 AM
A 21-year-old male complainant reported an unknown suspect broke the passenger-side front window ($500 ) of his black 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The suspect searched the vehicle, but nothing appeared missing. Police were unable to obtain fingerprints, and no surveillance footage is available.

4/9
Theft
4055 Ridge Ave. (Dobson Mill apts.)
10:30 PM
A 37-year-old female complainant reported an unknown suspect broke the passenger-side rear window ($250) of her white 2015 GMC Terrain. The suspect stole glasses, jeans, a shirt, a backpack, and a Gucci belt ($1,183). No surveillance footage is available.

Theft
35XX Calumet St.
4:30PM
A 51-year-old female complainant reported that surveillance captured a white male suspect, approximately 40-50 years old, wearing a tan hat, black hoodie, black tank top, and black shorts, stealing her American pride flag valued at $11. The suspect, who was walking a dog, was captured on camera stating, “This is mine now, I took it,” before walking away. Surveillance footage is available.

4/8
Theft
37XX Falls Cir.
3:15PM
A 58-year-old male complainant reported that his home surveillance captured footage of an unknown suspect stealing a FedEx-delivered package containing an Apple iPad Air ($1,100). The suspect wore a gray hoodie and black pants and fled in a light blue sedan with a partial Pennsylvania license plate “SAH.” Surveillance footage is available.

4/5
Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
7:36PM
Two male suspects entered Rite Aid, stole two energy drinks and a handful of lollipops (total value $15.82), and exited the store without paying. Suspects fled on foot. Suspect #1 described as approximately 17 years old, white male, 5’10”, 160 lbs, red hair, wearing a blue hoodie and grey pants. Suspect #2 described as approximately 15 years old, white male, wearing a gray hoodie.

Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
2:03PM
An unknown white male suspect, approximately 30-40 years old, concealed healthcare items valued at approximately $233.91 in his jacket pockets at Rite Aid and exited without paying. Suspect described as 5’8″, 140-150 lbs, wearing a black jacket, black shoes, and blue jeans.

4/4
Theft
4000 Gypsy Ln. (Gypsy Lane Condominiums)
10:30PM
A 50-year-old male complainant reported his white 2016 Infiniti Q50 ($30,000) was stolen from a gated parking area. He parked the vehicle at 10:30PM on 4/4 and discovered it missing at 10:30AM the following morning. Surveillance footage may be available through the leasing office.

Theft
36XX Stanton St.
9:30PM
A 29-year-old female complainant reported her silver 2019 Kia Sportage ($20,000) was stolen from its parked location. She parked the vehicle at 9:30PM on 4/4 and discovered it missing at 9:30AM the following morning. No surveillance or towing record was available.

Theft
3449 Scotts Ln. (The Peak at Scotts Lane apts.)
3PM
A 36-year-old female complainant reported her black 2019 Kia Rio ($20,000) was stolen from its parking spot near an apartment complex. She parked the vehicle at 3PM on 4/4 and discovered it missing when she returned at 5PM on 4/5. Video footage may be available.

Shoplifting
3601 Midvale Ave. (Rite Aid pharmacy)
1:06PM
A 64-year-old male suspect concealed a $15 bottle of vitamins in his pocket while shopping, purchased other items, and exited without paying for the vitamins. Police arrested him in the parking lot.

4/3
Theft
5450 Wissahickon Ave. (The Avenue at East Falls apts.)
8AM
A 24-year-old male complainant reported that unknown person(s) broke the driver-side rear window ($300) of his white 2015 Honda Accord. The suspect(s) stole a brown wallet containing assorted credit cards, a Maryland driver’s license, a military ID, and a pair of sneakers ($900) from the back seat.

4/1
Theft
44XX Driftwood Dr.
6:45PM
A 29-year-old male complainant reported that an unknown offender stole souvenirs and a garage door opener ($150) from his parked vehicle, a silver 2025 Honda CR-V.

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