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Residential Breaking and Entering Cases Occurred at:
914 Lancaster St.
109 Nora Lane
2500 Loretta Lane
539 Morning Star Church Rd.
517 Starling Way
532 Canary Dr.
736 Long Ave.
215 E. Ridge St.
Commercial Breaking and Entering Cases Occurred at:
132 S Church Street - Central Cafe
240 S Wesleyan Blvd. - Kangaroo Mart
1820 S. Wesleyan Blvd. - Good Ol' Boy's Market
Vehicle Breaking and Entering Cases Occurred at:
1508 S. Church St.
1411 Hargrove St.
1209 Goldrock Rd.
306 W. Ridge St.
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RMPD DISTRICT
CONCEPT & COMMANDERS | |
The Rocky Mount Police Department provides uniformed operations through a District Concept to ensure maximum availability for calls for service.
The District Concept promotes accountability internally and externally, defines leadership and supervision in each district, establishes points of contact for citizens, creates officer ownership of districts and beats and improves operations through development of trends, projections and analysis of criminal activity.
Residents and business persons have the opportunity to know and have access to the lieutenants responsible for their districts. The four district commanders are as follows:
North: Lt. Don Moseley
972-1417
South: Lt. Michael Paul 972-1418
West: Lt. Tim Mehus
972-1417
East: Lt. Brian McGrath 972-1418 | | To learn more about Uniform Operations or the District Concept, or to view a map of the four districts, click here. |
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Twin County Crimestoppers offers CASH REWARDS up to $1,000.
CONTACT INFO: 252-977-1111
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RMPD Citizens Police Academy
You are invited to the Graduation Ceremony of the RMPD Citizen's Police Academy, 26th Session on Tuesday, May 24th at 4:00 pm in the City Council Chamber. Twenty-four citizens will be recognized for their successful completion of the program.
Since 1998 the Rocky Mount Police Department has provided a Citizen's Police Academy to learn more about the Rocky Mount Police Department and police operations. Held every Tuesday for eight consecutive weeks in the spring and fall, participants choose from a morning class session (9 am to 12 noon) or an evening class session (6 pm to 9 pm).
During this training, class topics include crime scene investigation, interview & interrogation techniques, K-9 & bike patrol, alcohol & drug identification, ethics & leadership, use of force, firearms training and more. Participants are also given an opportunity to ride with a patrol officer, shoot a handgun and participate in a mock court trial. Classes are taught by Rocky Mount Police employees at the Rocky Mount Police Department.
Anyone 18 years of age or older and who lives or works in Rocky Mount area is invited to apply for this free and exciting program. For more information or to obtain an application for a future class, please call Yvette Jones at (252) 972-1436 or email [email protected]
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5/21/11 @ 1337 hours
Commercial Breaking and Entering
450 W. Ridge Street - RM Properties LLC
Suspects: Bobby Earl Battle, age 50 and Willie Gray Harper, age 51
The suspects exited a warehouse possessing copper wires. Officers apprehended both suspects on bicycle and charged them with felony breaking and entering, larceny after breaking and entering, first degree trespassing and possession of burglary tools. Both were issued a $20,000 secured bonds and were transported to the Nash County Jail.
BOBBY EARL BATTLE
WILLIE GRAY HARPER |
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5/22/11 @ 2352 hours
Common Law Robbery
1522 S. Church Street
Victim: Male, age 49
Suspect: Unknown male, approx. age range 30-35, approx. 6'2-"-6'5", est. 150 and 160 lbs.
The suspect approached the victim on foot asking for a cigarette. After giving the suspect the cigarette, the suspect physically assaulted the victim, removing property. The suspect fled on foot. The victim did not require medical attention. If anyone has information on this crime, contact Crime Stoppers at 977-1111 or [email protected]
5/22/11 @ 0937 hours
Robbery with a Dangerous Weapon
1808 Lenoir Drive
Victim: Male, age 37
Suspects: Tarvarius Odell Hudson, age 18, Jamal Johnson, age 17 and a male juvenile, age 15 (no photos released on juveniles under the age of 16)
A cab driver for the United Cab Company picked up the three suspects. One of the suspects physically assaulted the victim, brandished a firearm and demanded money. The suspects fled on foot. The victim did not require medical attention. Through further investigations, the suspects were identified and charged with robbery with a dangerous weapon and conspiring to commit an armed robbery. Hudson and Johnson received $40,000 secured bonds and were transported to the Edgecombe County Jail. The juvenile male was charged on juvenile petition and was transported to the Pitt County Juvenile Detention Center.
TARVARIOUS ODELL HUDSON
JAMAL JOHNSON
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CASE UPDATE: HOMICIDE INVESTIGATION
The official cause of death of Abdul Karim Alwarrak has been attributed to fatal gunshot wounds. This is an ongoing investigation; if anyone has information on this crime, contact Twin County Crime Stoppers at 977-1111 or [email protected]
ORIGINAL REPORT:
5/19/11 @ 0051 hours
Homicide Investigation
2053 Raleigh Rd. - Karim's Food Mart Store
Victim: Abdul Karim Alwarrak, age 47
Suspect: Unknown; possibly operating a green or dark colored minivan
Officers responded to a call of a robbery and unresponsive male found inside Karim's Food Mart Store located at 2053 Raleigh Rd. Upon arrival, officers located the victim and owner of the store, Abdul Karim Alwarrak, inside the store, deceased. RMPD is currently investigating the death as a homicide. The victim was transported to the Pitt Memorial Hospital in Greenville, N.C. for an autopsy by the Medical Examiner's Office to determine the official cause of death. This is an ongoing investigation. If anyone has information on this crime, contact RMPD at 972-1411 or Crime Stoppers at 977-1111.
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DEFINING CRIMES
Prostitution is the offering or receiving of the body for sexual intercourse for hire or for indiscriminate sexual intercourse for hire.
Assignation includes the making of an appointment or engagement for prostitution or any act furtherance of such appointment or engagement.
Solicitation of Crimes against Nature, N.C.G.S. 14-177, refers to solicitation of oral sex.
Reference: North Carolina Crimes, A Guidebook on the Elements of Crime, Jessica Smith, Sixth Edition, UNC School of Government: 2007.
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Operation Double Trouble - Prostitution Sting
The Rocky Mount Police Department is committed to proactively addressing crimes and to improving the quality of life for our citizens. To achieve these goals, and in the spirit of our community policing philosophy, the department works closely with our citizens and neighborhoods, employing a number of proactive initiatives including prostitution arrest operations, also known as "prostitution stings."
Prostitution stings represent one aspect of the department's comprehensive effort to rid Rocky Mount of crimes that detract from our quality of life. A number of other criminal offenses coincide with prostitution, including assault, drug activity, robbery and theft.
Prostitution also exists, because those who solicit it, also known as "johns," are willing to risk arrest. These "johns" are equally responsible for related criminal public safety and public health issues. They make it increasingly difficult for prostitutes to break the cycle of crime, violence and drug use.
In the month of May, 2011, the Rocky Mount Police Department initiated an undercover operation entitled, "Operation Double Trouble" to address prostitution within neighborhoods and at identified hotel areas that have had reports of prostitution activities. During this operation, 16 individuals were charged with a total of 31 criminal and traffic charges. The operation focused on arresting prostitutes as well as those "johns" that solicit for prostitution. Undercover police officers participated in this operation. The following is a listing of individuals arrested during the operation.
Sandy Lynn Parks, age 47, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Crimes against Nature and Loitering for Prostitution; issued a $1,000 secured bond.
Tammy Denise Battle, age 27, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution, Solicit Crimes against Nature and Loitering for Prostitution; issued a $1,500 secured bond.
Barbara Jean Thompson, age 51, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution; issued a $1,000 unsecured bond.
Lorraine Jacobs Morris, age 48, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution and Loitering for Prostitution; issued a $600 secured bond.
Calvin Earl Harrison, age 45, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and driving while license revoked; issued a $500 unsecured bond.
Fredrick Earl Parker, age 33, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and driving while license revoked; issued a $1,000 secured bond.
Timothy Ray Tillery, age 31, of Tarboro, NC, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and driving while license revoked; issued an $800 secured bond.
George Earl VanValen Jr., age 36, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit Crimes against Nature; issued a $1,000 secured bond.
Shawn Marcus Obley, age 21, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation; issued a $600 secured bond.
Saquan Edward Powell, age 31, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation; issued a $600 secured bond.
William McKinley Nicholson Jr., age 31, of Weldon, NC, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation; issued a $600 secured bond.
John Henry Colbert Jr., 52, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and driving while license revoked; issued a $1,500 secured bond.
Johnny Jermaine Williams, age 23, of Pinetops, NC, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and Solicit Crimes against Nature; issued a $600 secured bond.
Anthony Lamont Lester, age 24, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and Solicit Crimes against Nature; issued a $1,000 secured bond.
Kenneth Lee Gupton, age 51, of Rocky Mount, charged with Solicit Crimes against Nature, Solicit for Prostitution/Assignation and no operator's license; issued a $1,000 unsecured bond.
William Courtney Edmondson, age 26, of Whitakers, NC, charged with Solicit Crimes against Nature, Possession of Marijuana, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia and driving while license revoked; issued a $2,000 secured bond. |
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Here are some Business Robbery Prevention and Safety Tips to assist in preventing commercial/business robberies:
Every business owner, manager and employee plays a part in making businesses safe. Here are some things you can do to help prevent robbery related crimes and assist the police department in an investigation:
Have at least two employees open and close the business.
Do not release personal information to strangers.
Keep purses and personal valuables locked in desks or lockers.
Install an alarm system.
Place a surveillance camera behind the cash register facing the front counter. Replace videotapes regularly.
Vary times and routes of travel for bank deposits.
Do not use marked "moneybags" that make it obvious to would-be robbers you are carrying money for deposit.
Keep a low balance in the cash register.
Do not discuss how much money your business makes openly.
Place excess money in a safe or deposit it as soon as possible.
Cooperate with the robber for your own safety and the safety of others. Comply with a robber's demands. Remain calm and think clearly. Make mental notes of the robber's physical description and other observations important to law enforcement officers.
If you have a silent alarm and can reach it without being noticed, use it. Otherwise, wait until the robber leaves.
Be careful, most robbers are just as nervous as you are.
Keep your business neat and clean. A tidy, orderly place of business is inviting to customers, but not to robbers. Dressing neatly also sends the right message.
Stay alert! Know who is in your business and where they are. Watch for people who hang around without buying anything. Also, be aware of suspicious activity outside your place of business. Write down license numbers of suspicious vehicles if visible from the inside of your business.
Make sure the sales counter can be seen clearly. Do not put up advertisements, flyers, displays, signs, posters or other items on windows or doors that might obstruct the view of the register from inside or outside your business. The police cruising by your store need to see in.
Try to greet customers as they enter your business. Look them in the eye, and ask them if they need help. Your attention can discourage a robber.
Keep your business well-lit, inside and outside. Employees should report any burned-out lights to the business owner or manager. Keep trees and bushes trimmed, so they do not block any outdoor lights.
Encourage the police to stop by your business.
Learn the names of the officers who patrol your business.
Use care after dark. Be cautious when cleaning the parking lot or taking out the trash at night. Make sure another employee inside the business keeps you within eye contact while you are involved in work details outside of your building.
If you see something suspicious, call the police. Never try to handle it yourself. It could cost you your life.
Handle cash carefully. Avoid making your business a tempting target for robbers. Keep the amount of cash in registers low. Drop all large bills right away. If a customer tries to pay with a large bill, politely ask if he or she has a smaller one. Explain that you keep very little cash on hand.
Use only one register at night. Leave other registers empty and open. Tilt the register drawer to show there is no money in it.
Leave blinds and drapes partially open during closing hours.
Make sure important signs stay posted. For example, the front door should bear signs that say, "Clerk Cannot Open the Time Lock Safe" and "You are Under Video Surveillance".
If your business is robbed, put your safety first. Your personal safety is more important than money or merchandise.
Do not talk except to answer the robber's questions.
Do not stare directly at the robber.
Prevent surprises; keep your hands in sight at all times.
Do not make any sudden moves.
Do not chase or follow the robber out of your place of business.
Leave the job of catching the robber to the police.
Contact the Police Department in the event of any crime or if you observe suspicious persons or activity. Call 911 for emergencies and 972-1411 for non-emergencies. |
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$2500 Reward Offered
for Information that leads to an arrest in the Rafiq Salim Soufan "Sammy" homicide investigation
The Rocky Mount Police Department is seeking witnesses or information to lead to an arrest in the unsolved homicide of Rafiq Salim Soufan - "Sammy". This crime occurred before 0049 hours on 3/8/11 at 1100 Old Wilson Rd. - Sammy's Food Mart.
If anyone has information on this case, contact any of the following:
Crime Stoppers at 977-1111or [email protected]
Detective Robert Rothrock at (252) 972-1465 or [email protected]
Sgt. Thomas Seighman at 972-1464 or [email protected]
Captain Laura Fahnestock at (252) 972-1681 or [email protected] |
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