FIRE ON SPRINGFIELD (gas grill tank)

FYI,

 Last night around 7PM, residents on Springfield had a problem with their propane tank while trying to grill outside.  The fire dept is analyzing the tank.  It was not any fault of the homeowner. There was significant damage to the home.

 

I am told that it took supposedly about 7 minutes for the fire dept to respond.

 

Everyone exited the home safely.

Wires Down on Wickford last week

There were some concerns about the response of the firemen after a tree fell on Wickford. Here is the info that I rec'd from the Asst. Chief.  Hope this helps alleviate some concerns folks had.

 

I have researched the 911 call and have the following information that has been recorded in the CAD system.

 

Call Received/Created at 15:47:12

Call Dispatched at          15:49:21            Engine 18 verbally dispatched

Call Enroute Time          15:50:08            Engine 18 activated computer enroute button in apparatus

Call Arrival Time             15:54:56            Engine 18 arrived at location and remained until relieved by Engine 12 at 1803 hours.

Ga Power on scene        19:10:00

Call Closed at                19:10:58            Engine 12 returned to service.

 

7:42 was the time from the 911 call placed to the time E18 was on scene.

5:35 was the time from verbal dispatch of fire unit until it went on scene.

Fire Rescue Units were on scene for 196 minutes and 2 seconds.

 

If you have any additional questions or concerns about this call I may be reached at the following number.

 

Edward A. O'Brien

Acting Fire Chief

DeKalb Fire Rescue

678-406-7731 Office

678-406-7805 Fax

 

Car theft Mt Vernon Way

I just wanted to pass on the news that we had a car stolen from our driveway Thursday night.  It was our son's car, an old Honda Accord.  He can't remember if he had it locked.  There was no sign of forced entry.  It stinks!

DPD update: CrimeReports

Ladies and Gentlemen,

 

The Chief just posted an update on Twitter this afternoon.  We finally have our CrimeReports working again and have implemented the new Police 2 Citizen Portal.  Please go to our web-site and check it out if you have time. 

 

 

Thanks,

Mike

DPD Update: Teen Driving Program and more

Ladies and Gentlemen,

 

I hope everyone is doing well.  We are beginning to wrap up our first Citizen’s Police Academy with two more classes to go.  I have received some positive feedback, so I hope that is has been very informative.  I still have several applications on my desk, so when I figure out the next set of dates, I will begin calling the applicants back. 

 

I have attached some information for parents with young teens.  Lt. Hegwood is starting a Collision Avoidance Class for beginning drivers.  If you are interested, please contact him about the class.

 

Here is a list of entering autos throughout the city:  4701 Ashford Dunwoody Road(Laptop), Briarleigh Close(unlocked vehicle), Briarleigh Way(unlocked vehicle) and Chateau Drive(unlocked vehicle).  Most of these occurred during nighttime hours.

 

We had a purse snatching at the Perimeter Mall Parking Deck.  Suspect is a B/M with a multi-colored jacket and blue jean shorts.  He was seen running towards MARTA.  Detectives are working on the case.  Remember to keep an eye on your surroundings at all times. 

 

Our night shift caught two suspects entering autos at the Chateau of Dunwoody Townhomes.  The suspects broke into five cars before they were caught.

 

A burglary occurred on Ledgewood Drive the other day.  A back window was broken out with a baseball bat.  A T.V. and misc. jewelry were taken.

 

An attempted burglary occurred on Kingsland Court.  A neighbor watched two suspects trying to kick in the back door of the house.  The neighbor yelled at the suspects and they fled.  I would like to suggest that you call 911 and just keep an eye on them.  You can update the 911 center as we are enroute.  The suspects were H/M, 20-26 YOA, 5’7”-5’9” and between 155-170 LBS.  They fled in a VW Jetta with their tag covered(not sure of the color). 

 

Be safe and have a great week!!

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

Screens slashed in Zone 7

FYI.  

 

Morris Vaughn in Area 7 reported that they today found their basement window screens and porch screens slashed.  It may have occurred last Th. or Fri., when they heard a noise out back and turned on lights, possibly scaring off someone.  There was no entry or anything taken.  They did report it to the police.  There apparently have also been a couple of other break-ins or attempts in and around Area 7, with cash being taken.  The police have been alerted by those homeowners.  Remember to keep windows and doors locked, and turn on any alarm system, as a deterrent ...  and keep a look out for suspicious activity.

 

Regards,

Wendy Yip

From a neighboring watch captain

I wanted to share some suspicious activity last night with you.

 

At 10:45 last night the doorbell rang.  Went to the door and it was a black woman around 5'6" and around 45 years old asking to speak to my girlfriend [name removed] who lives with me.  I questioned the lady about who she was and she said she grew up with [name removed].  My girlfriend is 28 so that meant this was a scam of some sort so I kept questioning the lady to get info.

 

She said her name was Alberta Jackson.  I told her no such person lived here and she asked me how long I'd been in the house.  I asked her who she got the information/address from and she said from her father.  I asked what his name was, she said Benjamin (his name is [not Benjamin]).  This meant she must have gone into the mailbox one day and picked out Stephanie's name earlier (as no mail in the box last night had her name on it).

 

I'm 6'5" 240 so I opened the door pretty aggressively and told the lady she needed to leave (or words to that affect).  Then I realized she was in a black SUV in the driveway (Toyota Forerunner I think) and there was another blue 4 door SUV/truck (Chevrolet/GMC) in the street.

 

She went to her SUV and pulled beside the other SUV and I heard a man talking to her (Something like "Let's go").  I stepped out on my porch, called 911, and made sure to be loud enough so they could here.  They left in the direction of Forest Springs and then towards Mt. Vernon.

 

Spoke to an officer last night who took down the statement and descriptions but wanted to share with you to be on the lookout.  I know it's been said before but call 911 first, I should have.

Broadstone Apartments 0610 this morning (2/24): from the DPD

A lady was getting into  her blue 2007 Honda Accord 4 door, Ga. tag AVI 9186 when a B/M approached her stuck something in her back, demanded the keys and stole the keys. Suspect described as 6'00", 200 lbs. Wearing a dark colored hoodie, no further info. The car was taken.

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

 

Pick Pocket (from the DPD)

We have recently taken two separate reports of a pick-pocket that is in the area.  We do not have a suspect description, but please keep an eye on all of your valuables while in the store.  One occurred at the Wal-Mart, 4725 Ashford Road, and the other occurred at 134 Perimeter Center North. 

 

We also had an entering auto at the mall yesterday around 1415 hours.  The suspect made entry by a partially opened window.  A CD player was taken out of the trunk.

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

Attempted Break-In: from the DPD

This afternoon we had an attempted break-in on Kings Down Circle in North Springs.  Our detectives are working on this case right now.  As you can see below, we have a tag and a vehicle description.  I will let you know if we get any further information.  If you see this vehicle, call 911 immediately!  It should be occupied by two black males.  If someone is knocking on your door, let them know you are home.  You do not need to open the door.  If it is suspicious in any way, call 911!!

 

They tried to come in thru the back door. They were in a Silver Mitsu Eclispe GA Tag BWG 9095. One got out of the car, rang the door bell, knocked on the door very loud and hard to see if anyone was here and when the door wasn't answered went down the drive-way to the back door to break in. We called the police and gave all the information, I will keep you updated.

Mike

 

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

ATTEMPTED HOME BREAK-IN!!!! KINGS DOWN CIRCLE (from a neighboring Watch Captain)

FYI!!!!

TWO AFRICAN AMERICAN MEN JUST TRIED TO BREAK IN MY HOUSE!!!

 

They tried to come in thru the back door. They were in a Silver Mitsu Eclispe GA Tag BWG 9095. One got out of the car, rang the door bell, knocked on the door very loud and hard to see if anyone was here and when the door wasn't answered went down the drive-way to the back door to break in. We called the police and gave all the information.

 

Ladies PLEASE be very aware if your home alone with your children, I couldn't even begin to think what would have happened if I had opened the door or if someone wasn't here...PLEASE have your sitters or nanny's prepared for an attempted break-in. What would they do, where would they hide, put the kids, who would they call, etc.

 

THIS IS VERY REAL AND WE NEED TO BE PREPARED!!!

 

North Springs Neighbor

STRAY ANIMAL clarification

ANIMAL CONTROL has changed their field officer's schedule. Utilizing this  new schedule "should" make them more effective with the staffing they currently have (since staffing is currently frozen).

 

MOST IMPORTANT:

Anything that has to deal with wildlife call Animal Control 404-294-2996 (24 hrs/day). If you see an animal ie: raccoon, opossum whether it is in the home or out of the home, still call the same animal control # above,

DONOT 911.  If you are in danger and do not have this number handy, then of course utilize 911.

 

Animal Control, the police and the 911 center all follow their individual protocols and you will get a response.

Polar Plunge: From the DPD

Ladies and Gentlemen,

 

Have a safe weekend and be careful if you have to drive somewhere.  It has been a fairly quiet week, but we had some entering autos around the mall area.  We do not have any leads on the recent burglary from last week.  It is a  tan Chevrolet Silverado with Florida tags(dark tinted windows).  There were two black male occupants inside the vehicle. 

 

Just a reminder…The Chief, several officer’s and I will be out at  Lake Lanier Islands next Saturday, February 20^th from 1100 to 1500.    We will be jumping in the lake in response to our Special Olympics fundraiser.  Hopefully the weather will be better than it is now!!!  We have done really well with raising money for this event!!  Please come out and join us…or you can just watch us freeze!!  Click on the link below to see how we did…

 

Thanks,

 

Mike

 

http://www.firstgiving.com/process/teamarea/default.asp?did=2093&TeamId=86667&EventId=68236

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

Burglary: From the DPD

We had a burglary on Vermack Road this morning (February 9).  Two black males were seen loading a flat screen T.V. into the back of a tan Chevrolet pickup truck with tinted windows.  The truck also had a Florida tag on it.  If you see a vehicle matching this description in your neighborhood, please notify us immediately. 

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

The DPD on the Nandina intersection

Please use caution at the intersection of Nandina and Chamblee Dunwoody and remember to stop for the stop sign. We have had several runners and cyclists almost hit at this intersection in the recent past. We have stepped up enforcement efforts in this area and wrote 10 citations there on Sunday.

Update from the Dunwoody Police Department

Good Morning Ladies and Gentlemen,

 

I have been out of town for the past two weeks, so I will try to get you up to speed with what is going on around the city. 

 

I am excited to announce that we will be holding the first Citizen’s Police Academy tonight.  I received an excellent response from everyone, unfortunately I cannot have too many people in the class.  I will see how this first class goes, and then see if I can accept more people.  It becomes too hard to manage because of space, time and certain travels that we must do.  I have already contacted the individuals that will be in this class, if I did not call you, you are on the waiting list for the next class.  Dates are TBD!!

 

First, I want to tell you about a home invasion that occurred last night on Oxford Chase Way around 2245 hours.  I want to inform you that this was not random.  They were looking for someone in particular that did not live there anymore.  Detectives and our crime scene technician were called out to the scene to collect evidence.  The suspects were described as follows:  Two black males with thin builds.  One was approximately 6’01” and the other was approximately 6’02”.  One had a handgun and they were dressed all in black.  If you noticed these suspects or a vehicle that was out of place in that area, please let me know. 

 

Officers responded to a burglary yesterday at 2357 Dunwoody Crossing.  They were given a description of the suspect vehicle while they were responding.  Officers spotted the vehicle, made the traffic stop, and arrested both suspects.  Someone was home when these individuals kicked in the door.  Once inside, they saw the resident and fled the scene.  The suspects knocked first, but no one answered.  If someone is knocking on your door, let them know you are home.  You do not have to open the door!!  If they appear suspicious, call 911!  Good job to our officers for their attentiveness!

 

Last Friday we had a Strong Armed Robbery attempt at the Bank of America, 4545 Chamblee Dunwoody Road.  A black male approached a female from behind and tried to snatch an envelope out of her hand.  The attempt failed and the suspect ran off.  He was approximately 5’06-5’07” with a medium build.  He was wearing blue jeans, a black leather jacket, a brown skull cap and work boots.  He was last seen getting into a dark colored GMC Yukon.  If you are making a deposit, do not walk with the envelope out.  Conceal it the best you can.  Pay attention to your surroundings  and make sure no one is following you. 

 

The entering autos are continuing.  We have had several over the past couple weeks.  The locations are as follows:  (2) at 3300 Asbury Square, 350 Perimeter Center North, (3) at 4685 Chamblee Dunwoody Road(unlocked car), 1445 Mt. Vernon Road, North Shallowford Road, Pernoshal Court, Dunwoody Park and Pineridge Circle.  The majority of these entering autos were unlocked.  Lock your cars and take in your valuables. 

 

Be safe!!

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

 

Car break-ins - DUNWOODY RIDGE

From a neighboring community watch:

 

We are sorry to have to inform you that it appears that the "thugs" went through Dunwoody Ridge last night. The cars at 4517 (bldg 4) and 4479 (bldg 6) were both in their garages and were broken in to. It would appear that a bag of clothes was the incentive at 4517, but they went through her glove compartment and found her GPS. At 4479, we do not yet know what was taken. The owner at 4517 did not come home until after midnight, so the break-ins were sometime between then and 6:45 am when 4496 went out to her car to go to work. At 4496 (bldg 2), the car was parked on the street. They went through her car and took $20 that was in the console.The officer said that from the dew patterns on the other cars next to hers, it does not appear that they were disturbed. We were copied on a report from North Forest that the same thing happened at their property last Tuesday night/Wednesday morning. The City of Dunwoody Police were called and reports have been filed. Once again, they reiterate LEAVE NOTHING in your car, not even the re-usable grocery bags that are now becoming so popular!!! And make sure your car is LOCKED!!!

 

Update from the DPD

Ladies and Gentlemen,

                We still have reports of entering autos in the city.  They are as follows:  4600 Ashford Dunwoody Rd., 1161 Hammond Drive, 4560 Olde Perimeter Way, Huntington Hall Court, Village Mill Road and 235 Perimeter Ctr Pkwy.  These have occurred during the past week at all hours of the day.  The windows are smashed out, or there are pry marks under the door handle.  Laptops, GPS’s and IPODS are the usual items taken. 

 

We had an attempted burglary on Kingsglen Court on the 28^th around 2230 hours.  Two suspects opened an unlocked door to the residence and the home owner scared them away.  The first suspect was a B/M, 508-600, average build wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.  The second suspect was possibly a B/M, 506-508, average build wearing a black sweatshirt. 

 

Another burglary occurred between the 23^rd-29^th on Redcliff Court.  The front door window was smashed out.  Various items were taken.

 

If you see anything  suspicious, please call 911 immediately.

 

I received a lot of residence checks before and during the holidays.  We can post date these requests in the computer, so please send them early enough so they can be entered.  We received some when we were on vacation.  E-mail William.furman@dunwoodyga.gov or mike.carlson@dunwoodyga.gov and give the following:  Name, Address, Phone, Emergency Contact Phone, dates you will be gone, authorized people that can be at your house, cars at the house, lights on timers, alarm system and company  and any other pertinent information that you want us to know.   

 

As this year comes to a close, I want to thank everyone for their continued support of the Dunwoody Police.  Together we can accomplish our mission of getting crime out of this city!  I hope everyone had a great holiday and I wish all of you a Happy New Year!  Be safe!

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

Quick Update (DPD)

Good Evening Everyone,

                The other day we had a 13 year old walking to his bus stop on Vermack Road near Vermack Ridge.  He noticed a small red vehicle drive by, turn around and stop.  The driver asked the juvenile if he was skipping school and/or if he needed a ride.  After refusing twice, the driver left the scene. 

 

The driver was described as a heavy set white male with short blonde hair.  He was approximately 16-18 years old with bad acne.  If you see anyone matching this description, please notify the Dunwoody Police. 

 

The detectives are looking into this isolated incident and do not know what the driver’s intent was. 

 

Please have a safe weekend and drive safe in this bad weather.  If you are leaving town for the holidays, please let us know so we can add you on our zone patrol list. 

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department

Update from the Dunwoody Police Department

Good Evening Everyone,

                I received a forwarded e-mail about some damage to property inside The Branches.  There have been some individual(s) damaging holiday decorations at several locations.  They are destroying lights, inflatable’s and several mailboxes throughout the neighborhood.  Please report this immediately if you are a victim.  There was a similar incident that occurred a couple weeks ago that was not far from the Branches.  A neighbor saw two individuals damaging some decorations.  The neighbor called the police and we were able to locate and identify them.  I am not sure if these are related since these incidents were not reported. 

 

We had numerous entering autos last week.  Entry was made by smashing out the back and side windows.  The locations were as follows:  E. Madison Drive, Adams Road, Cherring Drive, Old Village Lane, The Marriott(Peachtree Center Pkwy), The Dunwoody Nature Center and the Exxon station(Ashford Dunwoody/Perimeter Center East).  Please take all valuables out of your car and lock it!  These thefts were crimes of opportunity.  The suspect saw something he/she wanted and took it. 

 

Please keep an eye out for your neighbors!  If you see something suspicious, please call 911! 

 

I have posted the Citizens Police Academy application on our website if anyone is interested. 

 

I still have some Neighborhood Watch signs if your area needs an extra one!    

 

Have a safe week!

 

Mike

 

Michael W. Carlson

Sergeant/PIO

Dunwoody Police Department