GHPD Blotter: String of Car Prowls Hits Local Church

The following arrest information was supplied by the Gig Harbor Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Shoplifting: On Oct. 6, police arrested a 40-year-old woman for shoplifting at . The security officer told police he saw the woman stuff several items in her purse and attempt to leave without paying. After searching her purse, they found about $110 worth of items inside.

DUI/Arrest: On Oct. 8, police arrested a 41-year-old man for DUI on SR 16 Hwy eastbound near Olympic Drive NW.

Warrant/DWLS/Arrest: On Oct. 8, police were dispatched to a report of a reckless driver racing around the roundabout at Canterwood and Borgen Boulevard. When they arrived on scene, the front driver-side tires were deflated. According to police, no one was inside the truck, which was registered to a deceased man. When police returned to the scene later that day, they located the 22-year-old male driver. Records showed that the driver had an outstanding misdemeanor warrant for possession/use of drug paraphernalia. He was also cited for DWLS third degree.

Vehicle Prowl: On Oct. 9, an unknown suspect(s) broke into a car at and stole a purse, which contained several items including an iPod, watch, stamps and some cash.

Vehicle Prowl: On Oct. 10, police responded to a string of car prowls at , 8002 Dorotich St. According to police an unknown suspect(s) broke into four cars and stole valuables.

Vehicle Prowl: On Oct. 11, police responded to at 6509 38th Ave. NW in reference to a car prowl. An unknown suspect(s) smashed the driver side window and stole several items including a cell phone, hair dryer and duffel bag.

Vandalism: On Oct. 11, an unknown suspect(s) broke out the front passenger car window at the Kimball Park and Ride. According to the victim, nothing was missing.

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