Since February 9th, the 5th Police precinct, which includes the southwest quadrant of Minneapolis, had 17 reported robberies. Incidents have mainly occurred in the evenings. In two of these incidents the victim’s car was also taken. The suspects in all but 3 of the incidents also showed or implied a handgun when confronting the victims. The loss was cell phones, purses, and money. A recent update from 7th Ward City Council Member Cashman reports some suspects in these crimes were apprehended.
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Reported incidents:
February 9: Robbery of Person- 35XX Blaisdell Av S; Aggravated Robbery- 26XX Hennepin AV S; Carjacking- 25XX Hennepin Av S; Aggravated Robbery- East Lake of the Isles Pkwy/22nd; Robbery of Person- 1st St. W/Penn Av S; Aggravated Robbery- 32XX Colfax AV S; Robbery of Person- 34th /Nicollet AV S
February 10: Aggravated Robbery- 37XX Lyndale AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 26th/Grand AV S; Carjacking- 30XX/Humboldt AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 18XX Lasalle AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 19XX 2nd AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 24XX Dupont AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 23XX Colfax Av S
February 11: Aggravated Robbery- 24XX Hennepin AV S; Aggravated Robbery- 22XX Harriet AV S
What you can do to keep safe!
Stay alert and aware of your surroundings – no distractions like phones/headphones or earbuds. Carry only what you need, on your body, not in-hand. If you are carrying items, zip inside of a cross-body or backpack type bag instead of loose pockets. Walk in well-lit open areas that are clean/clear of debris & over-growth, ideally in pairs or more. Lock your doors as soon as you enter/exit your vehicle. Open windows create access for someone to reach into your vehicle. Don’t sit in your car with the windows rolled down are unlocked, be alert of people around you. Be mindful when getting gas – try to fuel up in the daytime hours when more people are around and keep doors locked and keys in hand not the ignition. Take a self-defense class - it can increase confidence and decrease fear. Go to a safe place and call 911 immediately if you are the victim or witness a robbery.
RESOURCES:
MPD Dashboard
Crime Stoppers of MN - Submit a Tip | http://www.crimestoppersmn.org/
Crime Victim's Services | https://cornerstonemn.org/
Mpls 3-1-1 Resources | https://www.minneapolismn.gov/contact-us/
Mpls Homelessness Response | https://www2.minneapolismn.gov/government/programs-initiatives/housing-development-assistance/emergency-homeless/city-response/
