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01/08/2024 eLog
ATM Crimes
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Attempt to Confirm Identities)—Louisville, KY
Is anyone able to verify the validity of these licenses, especially the Canadian one? We are currently out with them at a traffic stop. They are believed to be involved in multi-state ATM skimmer installations and believed to be Romanian nationals.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Attempt to Confirm Identities)—Louisville, KY
Is anyone able to verify the validity of these licenses, especially the Canadian one? We are currently out with them at a traffic stop. They are believed to be involved in multi-state ATM skimmer installations and believed to be Romanian nationals.
Questions/Information: Contact Louisville PD Det. Jason Pohl at (502) 574-8033 or via email to [email protected]
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspects)—West Chester, PA
The two male suspects have hit over 15 different Fulton Bank ATMs in Pennsylvania, including ours at 116 W Market St, by placing credit card skimmers on the machines. They were able to get my victim’s account for about $10,000 and are suspected to have taken tens of thousands of dollars from multiple other victims as well. I am actively working this case with U.S. Secret Service Agent Matt Cimino, who also has pending federal charges against them. The males are Romanian nationals and stay mobile throughout the tri state area, usually in a rental vehicle, more specifically a Zipcar rental. I do have an arrest warrant for the male with hair, Adrian DRAGOMIR, and it is currently in NCIC for Identity Theft. The bald male is suspected to be a male by the name of Dan MIHAI, but I am still getting 100% confirmation on that. The manager from our Fulton Bank stated to me that the males were just in West Goshen, at the Acme and Rite-Aids, using cloned cards on 12/26/2023, so I suspect they are still in the area. Please keep an eye out for the Fulton Bank ATM at 116 W Market St as I suspect they will attempt to place another skimming device on it.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspects)—West Chester, PA
The two male suspects have hit over 15 different Fulton Bank ATMs in Pennsylvania, including ours at 116 W Market St, by placing credit card skimmers on the machines. They were able to get my victim’s account for about $10,000 and are suspected to have taken tens of thousands of dollars from multiple other victims as well. I am actively working this case with U.S. Secret Service Agent Matt Cimino, who also has pending federal charges against them. The males are Romanian nationals and stay mobile throughout the tri state area, usually in a rental vehicle, more specifically a Zipcar rental. I do have an arrest warrant for the male with hair, Adrian DRAGOMIR, and it is currently in NCIC for Identity Theft. The bald male is suspected to be a male by the name of Dan MIHAI, but I am still getting 100% confirmation on that. The manager from our Fulton Bank stated to me that the males were just in West Goshen, at the Acme and Rite-Aids, using cloned cards on 12/26/2023, so I suspect they are still in the area. Please keep an eye out for the Fulton Bank ATM at 116 W Market St as I suspect they will attempt to place another skimming device on it.
Questions/Information: Contact West Chester PD Officer Douglas Gilbert at (610) 696-2700 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #WC-23-36180.
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming)—Central Florida
The two males seen below placed overlay skimmers at Walmart Stores in early December and late November in central Florida (Hillsborough, Haines City, Apopka, and Seminole County).
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming)—Central Florida
The two males seen below placed overlay skimmers at Walmart Stores in early December and late November in central Florida (Hillsborough, Haines City, Apopka, and Seminole County).
Photos from Haines City Photos from Apopka Photo from Seminole Co.
UPDATE: SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, identified one of the suspects as Marian Viorel ROMAN.
UPDATE: SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, identified one of the suspects as Marian Viorel ROMAN.
Marian Viorel ROMAN
WM, b. 08/28/1986
FBI #6R2JH5D5R
Romanian national
On 01/02/2024, Master Det. Johnson advised that believe the other suspect, based on facial recognition by our DHS intel counterparts, to be the following subject:
WM, b. 08/28/1986
FBI #6R2JH5D5R
Romanian national
On 01/02/2024, Master Det. Johnson advised that believe the other suspect, based on facial recognition by our DHS intel counterparts, to be the following subject:
Andreas GRAAGAND
WM, b. 04/19/1988
FBI #D0M3K906D
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Hillsborough County Sheriff’s’ Master Det. Danny Johnson at (813) 318-5609 or via email to [email protected]
WM, b. 04/19/1988
FBI #D0M3K906D
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Hillsborough County Sheriff’s’ Master Det. Danny Johnson at (813) 318-5609 or via email to [email protected]
01/02/2024
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (Gas Pump Skimming/Arrest Made)—San Antonio, TX
San Antonio PD arrested a man who was putting credit card skimmers on gas pumps.
Alejandro ROMAN-VIVAR, 37, is charged with unlawful use of criminal instrument or mechanical security device. According to an arrest warrant affidavit, officers were called to a Quick Trip gas station in the 1800 block of North Foster Road on 11/16/2023. A customer was putting information into the keypad on a gas pump when it became loose and fell off. Gas station employees checked the other pumps and found skimmers on two of them. Investigators linked Roman-Vivar to the skimmers because of fingerprints he left on the back of the devices. Jail records show he
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (Gas Pump Skimming/Arrest Made)—San Antonio, TX
San Antonio PD arrested a man who was putting credit card skimmers on gas pumps.
Alejandro ROMAN-VIVAR, 37, is charged with unlawful use of criminal instrument or mechanical security device. According to an arrest warrant affidavit, officers were called to a Quick Trip gas station in the 1800 block of North Foster Road on 11/16/2023. A customer was putting information into the keypad on a gas pump when it became loose and fell off. Gas station employees checked the other pumps and found skimmers on two of them. Investigators linked Roman-Vivar to the skimmers because of fingerprints he left on the back of the devices. Jail records show he
Alejandro ROMAN-VIVAR
WM, b. 03/12/1986
WM, b. 03/12/1986
01/03/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (POS Skimming)—Vancouver, WA
The suspects placed a skimming device on a Walmart self-checkout device on 11/18/2023. According to Walmart, they were travelling the west coast installing skimmers. The other photo is from December 9th, in Castle Rock, WA (north of Vancouver about an hour). Appear to be different suspects, but possibly travelling in the same group?
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (POS Skimming)—Vancouver, WA
The suspects placed a skimming device on a Walmart self-checkout device on 11/18/2023. According to Walmart, they were travelling the west coast installing skimmers. The other photo is from December 9th, in Castle Rock, WA (north of Vancouver about an hour). Appear to be different suspects, but possibly travelling in the same group?
Vancouver (WA) Incident Castle Rock (WA) Incident
UPDATE: SA Bridgette Lott, SLED, has identified the suspect in
UPDATE: SA Bridgette Lott, SLED, has identified the suspect in
Boris DUMITRU
WM, b. 11/20/2003
NABI 19-3
NABI eLog 04/20/2023
Questions/Information: Contact Vancouver PD Det. Trent Harris at (360) 984-8480 or via email to [email protected]
WM, b. 11/20/2003
NABI 19-3
NABI eLog 04/20/2023
Questions/Information: Contact Vancouver PD Det. Trent Harris at (360) 984-8480 or via email to [email protected]
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: www.turlockjournal.com/news/crime/
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—Turlock, CA
A tip regarding an identity theft suspect driving in Turlock, along with the use of a license plate reader, led to the arrest of a Stockton man with in possession of multiple account information belonging to other individuals. On 01/03/2024, Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban received information from a different law enforcement agency that a suspect and vehicle involved in installing a skimming device at an ATM was in Turlock. Urban utilized a license plate reader, which helped him track the vehicle to the West America Bank drive-through on Geer Road. A traffic stop on the vehicle was conducted and Marius ONISEI, 31, of Stockton, who was the driver and sole individual in the car was contacted. A search of the vehicle was conducted and Urban located more than 30 gift cards that were embedded with multiple accounts of stolen information belonging to different people. Onisei was arrested and transported to the Turlock PD.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: www.turlockjournal.com/news/crime/
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—Turlock, CA
A tip regarding an identity theft suspect driving in Turlock, along with the use of a license plate reader, led to the arrest of a Stockton man with in possession of multiple account information belonging to other individuals. On 01/03/2024, Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban received information from a different law enforcement agency that a suspect and vehicle involved in installing a skimming device at an ATM was in Turlock. Urban utilized a license plate reader, which helped him track the vehicle to the West America Bank drive-through on Geer Road. A traffic stop on the vehicle was conducted and Marius ONISEI, 31, of Stockton, who was the driver and sole individual in the car was contacted. A search of the vehicle was conducted and Urban located more than 30 gift cards that were embedded with multiple accounts of stolen information belonging to different people. Onisei was arrested and transported to the Turlock PD.
Marius ONISEI
WM, b. 04/17/1992
AKA Florian-Robert BUSCA
CA SID#41843181
FBI #VNH2KLLNM
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban at (209) 668-5550 or via email to [email protected].
WM, b. 04/17/1992
AKA Florian-Robert BUSCA
CA SID#41843181
FBI #VNH2KLLNM
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban at (209) 668-5550 or via email to [email protected].
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Vacaville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspects)—Vacaville, CA
On 12/29/2023, the suspects seen below engaged in EBT Skimming and cash outs.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Vacaville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspects)—Vacaville, CA
On 12/29/2023, the suspects seen below engaged in EBT Skimming and cash outs.
Suspect1 Suspect2
Questions/Information: Contact Vacaville PD Det. Angela Stefenoni at (707)416-6719 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-10005
Questions/Information: Contact Vacaville PD Det. Angela Stefenoni at (707)416-6719 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-10005
Bunco
01/01/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Daly City PD (CA)
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scams/Counterfeit Apple Products)—Daly City, CA
On 12/28/2023 at 1228 hours, Florian MATEI and Alecxandra CALDARARO were contacted in a white 2016 Chevrolet Suburban with TX/SSF3141 after they were observed attempting to swindle an elderly Asian male into a "bait and switch" scam. When contacted, Matei stated he was selling Apple Airpods and Apple watches. Located in their possession were fake gold watches, chains, and bracelets. In addition, counterfeit Apple Airpods and watches were located inside the vehicle which was their method of approaching a targeted victim.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Daly City PD (CA)
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scams/Counterfeit Apple Products)—Daly City, CA
On 12/28/2023 at 1228 hours, Florian MATEI and Alecxandra CALDARARO were contacted in a white 2016 Chevrolet Suburban with TX/SSF3141 after they were observed attempting to swindle an elderly Asian male into a "bait and switch" scam. When contacted, Matei stated he was selling Apple Airpods and Apple watches. Located in their possession were fake gold watches, chains, and bracelets. In addition, counterfeit Apple Airpods and watches were located inside the vehicle which was their method of approaching a targeted victim.
Questions/Information: Contact Daly City PD Officer R. Barba at (650) 991-8119 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23008194
01/02/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Scam/Chinese Organized Crime)—Concord, NH
On 12/29/2023, Concord PD arrested Ming Dong CHEN (b. 06/25/1996) of New York and seized his vehicle, a white 2016 Mercedes sedan with NY/KZH8797 pending a search warrant. Chen was arrested for Organized Retail Crime Enterprise and Theft by Deception. This investigation is in the initial stages, however preliminary information suggests the following:
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Scam/Chinese Organized Crime)—Concord, NH
On 12/29/2023, Concord PD arrested Ming Dong CHEN (b. 06/25/1996) of New York and seized his vehicle, a white 2016 Mercedes sedan with NY/KZH8797 pending a search warrant. Chen was arrested for Organized Retail Crime Enterprise and Theft by Deception. This investigation is in the initial stages, however preliminary information suggests the following:
- Chen is working for a Highly Organized ORC group out of New York City.
- Chen uses stolen Walmart gift cards, sent to his phone via WeChat (a Chinese messaging App) to purchase Apple iPads, Apple Watches, ear pods, and ink toner cartridges. Chen often uses multiple gift cards in one transaction.
- Chen advised that he specifically is sent to New Hampshire due to there being no sales tax. Chen spends upwards of three days at a time traveling to every Walmart that he can find in the State
- Chen returns to NY with the items and drops them off where instructed by his “boss.” Chen said that he is paid $10 per device that he turns in.
- Chen has been seen changing outfits and going into the same store multiple times.
- It has been confirmed that Chen has been to the following NH Walmart locations: Tilton, Epping, Concord, Hooksett, Derry, Salem (Suspected of visiting even more, Walmart is compiling records)
- Chen advised that there are other members of this organization engaging in the same transactions throughout the state.
- NY KFV5029: A grey 2007 Toyota 4-Runner registered to Xiang Zhong Chen (b. 12/08/1976) out of Flushing, NY
- NY KYX4989: A white 2019 Mercedes G30 Hatchback registered to Yidian Sun (b. 01/28/1998). Walmart has the name of the registered owner in their database as a suspect in ORC related thefts.
Questions/Information: Contact Concord PD Det. Steven Carter at (603) 225-8600 or via email to [email protected]
01/03/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress/Money Mule Identified)—Somerset, MA
On 01/02/2024, Freetown PD and Somerset PD began a joint investigation into a bail scheme targeting an elderly Freetown resident. The victim was contacted by a scammer who posed as attorney Mark Stevens. As with the similar string of Bail Schemes, “Mark Stevens” informed the victim that he was representing a family member who was being held for a serious DUI offense. A sum of $8,000 was requested. The victim proceeded to the Rockland Trust Bank in Somerset where he attempted to withdraw the money. Fortunately, the Somerset PD was contacted, and the transaction was not granted. The victim continued to receive phone calls from “Stevens” with directions, and investigators were able to collaborate to have a package filled with fake currency sent to the suspects. When “Stevens” sent a courier to the victim’s address to retrieve the money, investigators began a tail leading approximately 100 miles north. Detectives tailed the courier to a housing project in Lawrence, MA where the “money” was quickly intercepted by a Hector MORA. Upon retrieving the package, we tailed Mora to his residence at 117 Cluff Xing Rd. Salem, NH. With the assistance of Salem PD, we conducted a field interview with Mora. Mora indicated he had been contacted in a “group” text and recruited to receive the package. Mora showed us his communications with his handler which (strategically) consisted of little text and primarily voice calls. One recorded message instructed Mora to take $500 for himself before sending the remaining cash via CASHAPP to a third party. The third party cashapp appears to belong to V’Angely GONZALEZ. The information is ongoing and search warrants will be sought relative to Cashapp and the courier service utilized. I know that “Mark Stevens” schemes are being investigatedand likely lead to a Dominican group with ties to NY per Officer Seeley’s recent bulletin.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress/Money Mule Identified)—Somerset, MA
On 01/02/2024, Freetown PD and Somerset PD began a joint investigation into a bail scheme targeting an elderly Freetown resident. The victim was contacted by a scammer who posed as attorney Mark Stevens. As with the similar string of Bail Schemes, “Mark Stevens” informed the victim that he was representing a family member who was being held for a serious DUI offense. A sum of $8,000 was requested. The victim proceeded to the Rockland Trust Bank in Somerset where he attempted to withdraw the money. Fortunately, the Somerset PD was contacted, and the transaction was not granted. The victim continued to receive phone calls from “Stevens” with directions, and investigators were able to collaborate to have a package filled with fake currency sent to the suspects. When “Stevens” sent a courier to the victim’s address to retrieve the money, investigators began a tail leading approximately 100 miles north. Detectives tailed the courier to a housing project in Lawrence, MA where the “money” was quickly intercepted by a Hector MORA. Upon retrieving the package, we tailed Mora to his residence at 117 Cluff Xing Rd. Salem, NH. With the assistance of Salem PD, we conducted a field interview with Mora. Mora indicated he had been contacted in a “group” text and recruited to receive the package. Mora showed us his communications with his handler which (strategically) consisted of little text and primarily voice calls. One recorded message instructed Mora to take $500 for himself before sending the remaining cash via CASHAPP to a third party. The third party cashapp appears to belong to V’Angely GONZALEZ. The information is ongoing and search warrants will be sought relative to Cashapp and the courier service utilized. I know that “Mark Stevens” schemes are being investigatedand likely lead to a Dominican group with ties to NY per Officer Seeley’s recent bulletin.
Hector MORA
HM, b. 02/06/1983
NH DL#NHL13870001
Questions/Information: Contact Somerset PD Det. James Cardella at (508) 631-9985 or Freetown PD Det. Shane Kelly at (774) 259-7562.
HM, b. 02/06/1983
NH DL#NHL13870001
Questions/Information: Contact Somerset PD Det. James Cardella at (508) 631-9985 or Freetown PD Det. Shane Kelly at (774) 259-7562.
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam)—Alexandria, VA
On 11/16/2023, two suspects entered Walgreens, 7100 Silver Lake Blvd. While inside, the two suspects proceeded to conduct a Western Union money transfer for $2,900, with a fee of $43.50 with the assistance of the cashier. While doing so, the first male suspect (left) proceeded to count the cash in front of the cashier, in $500 piles, totaling $3,000. After counting the money into piles, the first male suspect picked up the money, folded approximately $1,500 of the money, placing all the money in his hand, and laying it organizing it against himself. Shortly after this, the male suspect proceeds to slip the folded over money off the counter and into his left hand, handing it to the second male suspect. Both subjects then proceeded to leave Walgreens.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam)—Alexandria, VA
On 11/16/2023, two suspects entered Walgreens, 7100 Silver Lake Blvd. While inside, the two suspects proceeded to conduct a Western Union money transfer for $2,900, with a fee of $43.50 with the assistance of the cashier. While doing so, the first male suspect (left) proceeded to count the cash in front of the cashier, in $500 piles, totaling $3,000. After counting the money into piles, the first male suspect picked up the money, folded approximately $1,500 of the money, placing all the money in his hand, and laying it organizing it against himself. Shortly after this, the male suspect proceeds to slip the folded over money off the counter and into his left hand, handing it to the second male suspect. Both subjects then proceeded to leave Walgreens.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Nathan Crane at (571) 789-5200 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2023-3200295.
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Nathan Crane at (571) 789-5200 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2023-3200295.
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam)—Springfield, VA
On 11/04/2023, two suspects, one male and one female, entered Walgreens, 8414 Old Keene Mill Rd. While inside, the two suspects proceeded to conduct a Western Union money transfer for $2,500, with the assistance of the cashier. While doing so, the female suspect proceeded to count the cash in front of the cashier, in $500 piles, totaling $2,500. After counting the money into piles, the female suspect picked up the money, folded approximately $1,900 of the money, placing all the money under her purse, and handing the remaining $600 to the cashier, who did not recount the money. The suspects then exited Walgreens, defrauding Walgreens of $1,900.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam)—Springfield, VA
On 11/04/2023, two suspects, one male and one female, entered Walgreens, 8414 Old Keene Mill Rd. While inside, the two suspects proceeded to conduct a Western Union money transfer for $2,500, with the assistance of the cashier. While doing so, the female suspect proceeded to count the cash in front of the cashier, in $500 piles, totaling $2,500. After counting the money into piles, the female suspect picked up the money, folded approximately $1,900 of the money, placing all the money under her purse, and handing the remaining $600 to the cashier, who did not recount the money. The suspects then exited Walgreens, defrauding Walgreens of $1,900.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Nathan Crane at (571) 789-5200 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2023-3400173
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Nathan Crane at (571) 789-5200 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2023-3400173
01/05/2024
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist, Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam Series/LTI Suspect)—Bensalem, PA
On 01/02/2024 at 4:49pm, the suspect was at Giant Food Store. The suspect bought a gift card, did a quick-change scam with the cashier, and got $300.00 extra. The suspect was also at the Giant Food Store in Morrisville PA on 01/02/2024 and did the same thing. The suspect was also at Giant Food Store in Phila on 12/29/2023 at 1:23pm and performed the same scam.
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist, Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam Series/LTI Suspect)—Bensalem, PA
On 01/02/2024 at 4:49pm, the suspect was at Giant Food Store. The suspect bought a gift card, did a quick-change scam with the cashier, and got $300.00 extra. The suspect was also at the Giant Food Store in Morrisville PA on 01/02/2024 and did the same thing. The suspect was also at Giant Food Store in Phila on 12/29/2023 at 1:23pm and performed the same scam.
Questions/Information: Contact Retail Business Services Investigator Dave Fones at (717) 960-1952 or via email to [email protected]
01/05/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress Scam)—Billerica, MA
On 01/03/2024, an elderly couple was scammed out of $15,000. They initially received a phone call from a "David Bell" at (978) 628-5238. "David" was posing as their daughter's lawyer and told the victims that their daughter had been arrested for reckless driving and needed $30,000 for bail. During this phone call, "David" instructed the victims how to get the cash and what to do with it. The victims went to the Bank of America located at 464 Boston Rd and withdrew $15,000. The teller provided the victims with paperwork warning them that they may be falling for a potential scam. "David" instructed victims to ignore that warning and to continue with obtaining the money. At approximately 1400 hours, a heavy-set African American woman, 40-50 years old, showed up at their house. The female was operating a maroon sedan. She asked, "is this it" and then drove off. While Officers were on scene, the victims received a second call from (978) 461-9455 and a male who identified himself as "Court Officer Higgins" was on the phone saying that he had hospital documents and needed more information and $15,000 more. The male became suspicious and quickly hung up the phone after a few questions were asked by the victims.
Questions/Information: Contact Billerica PD Det. Robert Simmons at (978) 215-9707 or via email to [email protected].
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress Scam)—Billerica, MA
On 01/03/2024, an elderly couple was scammed out of $15,000. They initially received a phone call from a "David Bell" at (978) 628-5238. "David" was posing as their daughter's lawyer and told the victims that their daughter had been arrested for reckless driving and needed $30,000 for bail. During this phone call, "David" instructed the victims how to get the cash and what to do with it. The victims went to the Bank of America located at 464 Boston Rd and withdrew $15,000. The teller provided the victims with paperwork warning them that they may be falling for a potential scam. "David" instructed victims to ignore that warning and to continue with obtaining the money. At approximately 1400 hours, a heavy-set African American woman, 40-50 years old, showed up at their house. The female was operating a maroon sedan. She asked, "is this it" and then drove off. While Officers were on scene, the victims received a second call from (978) 461-9455 and a male who identified himself as "Court Officer Higgins" was on the phone saying that he had hospital documents and needed more information and $15,000 more. The male became suspicious and quickly hung up the phone after a few questions were asked by the victims.
Questions/Information: Contact Billerica PD Det. Robert Simmons at (978) 215-9707 or via email to [email protected].
01/05/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/One Suspect Arrested)—Montvale, NJ
Two females entered our Ulta Store on 12/06/2023 and proceeded to shoplift $891 worth of assorted items and conducted a flimflam scam to confuse the cashier. They managed to take back $600 that was owed to Ulta. One of the two fem
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/One Suspect Arrested)—Montvale, NJ
Two females entered our Ulta Store on 12/06/2023 and proceeded to shoplift $891 worth of assorted items and conducted a flimflam scam to confuse the cashier. They managed to take back $600 that was owed to Ulta. One of the two fem
Questions/Information: Contact Montvale PD Det. N. Dispoto at (201) 391-5760 x2 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-22432
01/07/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Rohnert Park PD (CA)
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scam/LTI Suspect)—Rohnert Park, CA
On 01/06/2024, the female suspect was discovered to be approaching individuals and pressuring them to buy fake gold jewelry. There were two males in the vehicle she left in, one of them being the driver. They target individuals who do not speak English and then pressure them to buy the jewelry. They leave the jewelry with the victim once they receive some money.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Rohnert Park PD (CA)
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scam/LTI Suspect)—Rohnert Park, CA
On 01/06/2024, the female suspect was discovered to be approaching individuals and pressuring them to buy fake gold jewelry. There were two males in the vehicle she left in, one of them being the driver. They target individuals who do not speak English and then pressure them to buy the jewelry. They leave the jewelry with the victim once they receive some money.
Questions/Information: Contact Rohnert Park DPS
Burglary
01/02/2024
Submitted by Marcela Lopez, Westminster PD (CA), (714) 548-3773, [email protected]
Burglary (Burglary Suspect Identified)—Westminster, CA
Does anyone recognize the person seen below? I got a possible name of Ionut CANDEA but have not been able to confirm it.
Submitted by Marcela Lopez, Westminster PD (CA), (714) 548-3773, [email protected]
Burglary (Burglary Suspect Identified)—Westminster, CA
Does anyone recognize the person seen below? I got a possible name of Ionut CANDEA but have not been able to confirm it.
UPDATE: On 01/02/2024, Det. Lopez advised that she was able to get his full name and DOB. He is a suspect in seven burglaries, both attempted and completed, in Westminster. He is also a suspect in three other cities.
Ionut Costel CANDEA
WM, b. 08/18/1987
Questions/Information: Contact Westminster PD Det. Marcela Lopez.
WM, b. 08/18/1987
Questions/Information: Contact Westminster PD Det. Marcela Lopez.
01/02/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Burglary (Burglary/Arrest of Three SATG Suspects)—Thousand Oaks, CA
On 12/30/2023, three SATG members were arrested in the city of Thousand Oaks for conspiracy and burglary tools. The suspects presented Chilean Identifications and were in a rental vehicle a silver Ford Fusion with CA/8MBR643, registered to Cristofer Andres GONZALEZ, with an address of 8628 Langdon Avenue #E5, North Hills, CA. The suspects were identified as:
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Burglary (Burglary/Arrest of Three SATG Suspects)—Thousand Oaks, CA
On 12/30/2023, three SATG members were arrested in the city of Thousand Oaks for conspiracy and burglary tools. The suspects presented Chilean Identifications and were in a rental vehicle a silver Ford Fusion with CA/8MBR643, registered to Cristofer Andres GONZALEZ, with an address of 8628 Langdon Avenue #E5, North Hills, CA. The suspects were identified as:
Based on the search of the vehicle, the suspects were at Macy’s in Glendale (CA) and the Beverly Center in Los Angeles on December 29th and 30th.
Questions/Information: Contact Ventura County Sheriff’s Dep. Justyn Czyrklis at [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Ventura County Sheriff’s Dep. Justyn Czyrklis at [email protected]
01/03/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary)—Los Angeles, CA
The suspects doorknocked this man’s house who happens to sell crystals. As he was showing one of the suspects his merchandise in his backyard, another female suspect entered the unlocked front door and went to the bedroom where the man’s wife was sleeping. The wife woke up when she heard rumbling coming from her jewelry box. She confronted the suspect, and they fled in a 4D gold Volvo with CA/CG34F39. The vehicle was later recovered by Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department in the city of Rosemead and all occupants were identified.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary)—Los Angeles, CA
The suspects doorknocked this man’s house who happens to sell crystals. As he was showing one of the suspects his merchandise in his backyard, another female suspect entered the unlocked front door and went to the bedroom where the man’s wife was sleeping. The wife woke up when she heard rumbling coming from her jewelry box. She confronted the suspect, and they fled in a 4D gold Volvo with CA/CG34F39. The vehicle was later recovered by Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department in the city of Rosemead and all occupants were identified.
Questions/Information: Contact Los Angeles PD Det. Ismael Peinado at [email protected]. Refer to case #2311-17219
Home Repair
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Home Repair (Paving Activity)—Wyomissing, PA
During an investigation involving a paving scam, Cumru Twp. PD had contact with a group of known travelers that have been arrested in the past for similar conduct. The subjects were found to not be involved in the incident under investigation. Their information and photos of their vehicles are for situational awareness and informational purposes only if anyone is investigating a similar incident for which they may be suspects. The subjects were John STANLEY (b. 11/27/1964) and Robert STANLEY (b. 09/19/1993). They were staying at the Inn at Reading in Wyomissing.
Questions/Information: Contact Cumru Twp. PD Det. Robert Kelly at (610) 777-9595 or via email to [email protected].
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Home Repair (Paving Activity)—Wyomissing, PA
During an investigation involving a paving scam, Cumru Twp. PD had contact with a group of known travelers that have been arrested in the past for similar conduct. The subjects were found to not be involved in the incident under investigation. Their information and photos of their vehicles are for situational awareness and informational purposes only if anyone is investigating a similar incident for which they may be suspects. The subjects were John STANLEY (b. 11/27/1964) and Robert STANLEY (b. 09/19/1993). They were staying at the Inn at Reading in Wyomissing.
Questions/Information: Contact Cumru Twp. PD Det. Robert Kelly at (610) 777-9595 or via email to [email protected].
01/03/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Roofing Scam/LFI)—Wakefield, MA
On 01/02/2024, the victim reported that in June 2022 he had a company of Irish men start work on his roof for $15,000 cash. The men did a little work that day then left and never returned. The victim said the person who appeared to be the company owner and whom he had the agreement with was John WALKER from Exclusive Masonry and Construction, 771 Hyde Park Ave, Boston (Hyde Park), MA. Phone numbers used were 857-258-1827, 857-391-7800, and 781-527-4556 and email address was [email protected].
The victim found Walker and information on the web site www.exclusivemasonryma.com which does not exist now. No ID’s/licenses etc. were shown to the victim. Another person involved was a person introduced as John’s son, Blair WALKER. Blair was connected to 857-391-7800 and found in TLO with DOB 05/31/1997, SSN 872339221, 771 Hyde Park Ave, Boston (Hyde Park), MA. No criminal history found BOP/III/Crimetracker or in RMV on Blair. The address 771 Hyde Park does not appear to exist on Boston assessor’s info and google maps. I know it is an old case but If anyone recognized any of the names or info above, especially on John Walker, please let me know.
Questions/Information: Contact Wakefield
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Roofing Scam/LFI)—Wakefield, MA
On 01/02/2024, the victim reported that in June 2022 he had a company of Irish men start work on his roof for $15,000 cash. The men did a little work that day then left and never returned. The victim said the person who appeared to be the company owner and whom he had the agreement with was John WALKER from Exclusive Masonry and Construction, 771 Hyde Park Ave, Boston (Hyde Park), MA. Phone numbers used were 857-258-1827, 857-391-7800, and 781-527-4556 and email address was [email protected].
The victim found Walker and information on the web site www.exclusivemasonryma.com which does not exist now. No ID’s/licenses etc. were shown to the victim. Another person involved was a person introduced as John’s son, Blair WALKER. Blair was connected to 857-391-7800 and found in TLO with DOB 05/31/1997, SSN 872339221, 771 Hyde Park Ave, Boston (Hyde Park), MA. No criminal history found BOP/III/Crimetracker or in RMV on Blair. The address 771 Hyde Park does not appear to exist on Boston assessor’s info and google maps. I know it is an old case but If anyone recognized any of the names or info above, especially on John Walker, please let me know.
Questions/Information: Contact Wakefield
Theft
01/01/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Theft (Wallet Theft from Purse/Access Card Fraud)—Westwood, MA
On 12/18/2023, a woman was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store and while there, someone stole the wallet out of her purse that was in her shopping cart. Multiple credit/debit cards were inside the wallet and there was fraudulent use on the cards the same day after the theft at multiple stores including a Lowe's store and an Apple store in a nearby town. The suspect wearing the scaly cap is the person who used the stolen cards at a nearby Lowe's store to purchase a gift card and at a nearby Apple store to make a purchase. The suspect who was wearing the large dark rimmed eyeglasses and who has a thick head of hair (possibly a toupee or wig) was the suspect who stole the wallet from the victim's purse while she was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store. It should be noted that the same suspect who stole the wallet from the victim's purse while she was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store also stole a female victim's wallet later the same day while that female victim was shopping at a TJ Maxx store in Plainville, MA.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Theft (Wallet Theft from Purse/Access Card Fraud)—Westwood, MA
On 12/18/2023, a woman was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store and while there, someone stole the wallet out of her purse that was in her shopping cart. Multiple credit/debit cards were inside the wallet and there was fraudulent use on the cards the same day after the theft at multiple stores including a Lowe's store and an Apple store in a nearby town. The suspect wearing the scaly cap is the person who used the stolen cards at a nearby Lowe's store to purchase a gift card and at a nearby Apple store to make a purchase. The suspect who was wearing the large dark rimmed eyeglasses and who has a thick head of hair (possibly a toupee or wig) was the suspect who stole the wallet from the victim's purse while she was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store. It should be noted that the same suspect who stole the wallet from the victim's purse while she was shopping at the Marshalls/HomeGoods store also stole a female victim's wallet later the same day while that female victim was shopping at a TJ Maxx store in Plainville, MA.
in Loudoun County and the cards were used at the Apple Store in Reston (Fairfax County).
Westwood, MA Plainville, MA
UPDATE: Information from Det. Howard Mergler, Fairfax Co. PD (VA), (703) 556-7750, [email protected] -- I believe I have cases with the suspect in the scally cap. I was just working on that report and a BOLO. He hit here on 12/09/2023. In the first case, the victim had credit cards stolen from their wallet and purse from their unlocked vehicle at a park at the Fairfax County and Prince William County line. The cards were used at an Apple Store and Macy’s in Fair Oaks Shopping Center (Fairfax County). Later in the day, another victim had her wallet stolen from her purse while she was at a HomeGoods
Westwood, MA Plainville, MA
UPDATE: Information from Det. Howard Mergler, Fairfax Co. PD (VA), (703) 556-7750, [email protected] -- I believe I have cases with the suspect in the scally cap. I was just working on that report and a BOLO. He hit here on 12/09/2023. In the first case, the victim had credit cards stolen from their wallet and purse from their unlocked vehicle at a park at the Fairfax County and Prince William County line. The cards were used at an Apple Store and Macy’s in Fair Oaks Shopping Center (Fairfax County). Later in the day, another victim had her wallet stolen from her purse while she was at a HomeGoods
Questions/Information: Contact Westwood PD Det. Derrick Stokes at (781) 690-1972 or via email to [email protected]
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg PD (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Access Card Fraud/LTI Suspects)—McClean, VA
On 12/24/2023, the suspects engaged in a credit card fraud at multiple stores at Tysons Galleria located at 2001 International Drive. The subjects made fraudulent purchases with stolen credit cards at Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Neiman Marcus for over $28,000. The credit cards were stolen from the victim’s wallet, which was in a locker while he was at Lifetime Fitness. The subjects also took the SIM card from the victim’s phone and used it to circumvent fraud warnings from the bank.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg PD (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Access Card Fraud/LTI Suspects)—McClean, VA
On 12/24/2023, the suspects engaged in a credit card fraud at multiple stores at Tysons Galleria located at 2001 International Drive. The subjects made fraudulent purchases with stolen credit cards at Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Neiman Marcus for over $28,000. The credit cards were stolen from the victim’s wallet, which was in a locker while he was at Lifetime Fitness. The subjects also took the SIM card from the victim’s phone and used it to circumvent fraud warnings from the bank.
Suspect1 Suspect2
UPDATE: On 01/01/2024, Suspect1 was tentatively identified as seen below
UPDATE: On 01/01/2024, Suspect1 was tentatively identified as seen below
Tiberiu GAVRILA
AKA Bavrila TIBERIU
WM, b. 05/23/1974
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Howard Mergler at (703) 556-7750 or via email to [email protected]
AKA Bavrila TIBERIU
WM, b. 05/23/1974
Romanian national
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Det. Howard Mergler at (703) 556-7750 or via email to [email protected]
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Newton Square, PA
Newtown Township PD was dispatched to Ulta Beauty, 3735 West Chester Pk, for a theft report. It was determined that two suspects stole 44 cosmetic products valued at $4,100.01. Suspect1 is described as a male, 26-35, 5-10 to 6-2, slim build. Suspect2 is described as a male, 18-25 year, 5-3 to 5-9, medium build.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Newton Square, PA
Newtown Township PD was dispatched to Ulta Beauty, 3735 West Chester Pk, for a theft report. It was determined that two suspects stole 44 cosmetic products valued at $4,100.01. Suspect1 is described as a male, 26-35, 5-10 to 6-2, slim build. Suspect2 is described as a male, 18-25 year, 5-3 to 5-9, medium build.
Suspect1 Suspect2
Questions/Information: Contact Newton Twp. PD Officer Sean Doyle at (610) 356-0601 x181 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Newton Twp. PD Officer Sean Doyle at (610) 356-0601 x181 or via email to [email protected]
01/01/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft Crew)—Pasadena, MD
The female suspects seen below have been involved in numerous theft incidents in Anne Arundel County to include ULTA Beauty Stores, Target Stores, Walmart Stores, and several other retailers selling beauty products. It has been reported that over $70K worth of stolen products has been taken by these individuals just in ULTA products. They have been seen and apprehended in a silver van, white van, black van all with Virginia registrations. They do not have valid driver’s licenses to operate a vehicle. If they are apprehended, please reach out to me. There is an ongoing investigation where multiple agencies are collaborating to further investigate other matters involving these individuals.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft Crew)—Pasadena, MD
The female suspects seen below have been involved in numerous theft incidents in Anne Arundel County to include ULTA Beauty Stores, Target Stores, Walmart Stores, and several other retailers selling beauty products. It has been reported that over $70K worth of stolen products has been taken by these individuals just in ULTA products. They have been seen and apprehended in a silver van, white van, black van all with Virginia registrations. They do not have valid driver’s licenses to operate a vehicle. If they are apprehended, please reach out to me. There is an ongoing investigation where multiple agencies are collaborating to further investigate other matters involving these individuals.
Questions/Information: Contact Anne Arundel County PD Det. J. Santiago at (443) 734-8933 or via email to [email protected]
01/01/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Turlock PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft of Circuit Breakers/Arrests Made)—Turlock, CA
On 12/22/2023, Ana Maria CALIN and Stefan COSTACHE were arrested at Lowe’s, 3303 Entertainment Way, for stealing approximately $2,500 worth of Eaton circuit breakers. COSTACHE handed the breakers to CALIN who concealed them in her purse. She left the store to drop off the items in a 2022 Nissan Altima with CA/9AWK220, that was parked in a separate parking lot and then walked back into the store to conceal more breakers. When asked why they were stealing these items, CALIN stated that they would sell them for money. Asset protection stated that COSTACHE has been associated with multiple other subjects and stealing circuit breakers in several counties throughout California. While searching their vehicle, officers located eight bottles of Veuve Clicquot Brute Champagne and 23 bottles of Moet Chandon Brute Imperial Champagne, which totaled to about $2,200. If you believe the champagne was taken in your jurisdiction, please contact the detective listed below. Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Stanislaus County Jail. They both claimed to be living at 555 Paularino Ave in Costa Mesa, CA. CALIN remains in custody as of 12/28/2023 at 1700 hours.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Turlock PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft of Circuit Breakers/Arrests Made)—Turlock, CA
On 12/22/2023, Ana Maria CALIN and Stefan COSTACHE were arrested at Lowe’s, 3303 Entertainment Way, for stealing approximately $2,500 worth of Eaton circuit breakers. COSTACHE handed the breakers to CALIN who concealed them in her purse. She left the store to drop off the items in a 2022 Nissan Altima with CA/9AWK220, that was parked in a separate parking lot and then walked back into the store to conceal more breakers. When asked why they were stealing these items, CALIN stated that they would sell them for money. Asset protection stated that COSTACHE has been associated with multiple other subjects and stealing circuit breakers in several counties throughout California. While searching their vehicle, officers located eight bottles of Veuve Clicquot Brute Champagne and 23 bottles of Moet Chandon Brute Imperial Champagne, which totaled to about $2,200. If you believe the champagne was taken in your jurisdiction, please contact the detective listed below. Both suspects were arrested and booked into the Stanislaus County Jail. They both claimed to be living at 555 Paularino Ave in Costa Mesa, CA. CALIN remains in custody as of 12/28/2023 at 1700 hours.
Questions/Information: Contact Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban at (209)668-6571 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #TP23007660
01/03/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Tigard, OR
On 12/10/2023 at 1800 hours, the two suspects shoplifted $2,531 worth of cosmetics from the Ulta Store at 10206 SW WASQ Rd. Of note by LP is that the male was aggressively and awkwardly holding the females arm when they exited and entered the store. She had a concerned look on her face while his was more aggressive. The male is over 6-0 tall while the female is described as 5-3 and very petite. She is well covered in a large pink scarf. The Ulta LP also mentioned this is the second incident with them, the other incident at a different Ulta location.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Tigard, OR
On 12/10/2023 at 1800 hours, the two suspects shoplifted $2,531 worth of cosmetics from the Ulta Store at 10206 SW WASQ Rd. Of note by LP is that the male was aggressively and awkwardly holding the females arm when they exited and entered the store. She had a concerned look on her face while his was more aggressive. The male is over 6-0 tall while the female is described as 5-3 and very petite. She is well covered in a large pink scarf. The Ulta LP also mentioned this is the second incident with them, the other incident at a different Ulta location.
Questions/Information: Contact Tigard PD Crime Analyst Gayla Christopher at (503) 718-2746. Refer to case #23-9000758
01/04/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Gilroy PD (CA)
Theft (Elder Financial Abuse/Theft by Trick/LTI Suspect)—Gilroy, CA
On 01/02/2024, the suspect tricked an 82-year-old female into giving up her debit card and PIN. The suspect claimed to be an AAA employee who could fix the victim's car. The suspect may be associated with a white SUV.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Gilroy PD (CA)
Theft (Elder Financial Abuse/Theft by Trick/LTI Suspect)—Gilroy, CA
On 01/02/2024, the suspect tricked an 82-year-old female into giving up her debit card and PIN. The suspect claimed to be an AAA employee who could fix the victim's car. The suspect may be associated with a white SUV.
Questions/Information: Contact Gilroy PD Det. Jason at (408) 846-0350 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-25.
01/04/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Berkeley PD (CA)
Theft (Shoulder Surfing/Theft via Trick/Dropped $20 bill Ruse)—Berkeley, CA
The two pictured suspects looked over the 93-year-old victim's shoulder as she was using her debit card to pay for groceries and obtained her PIN. The suspects then approached the victim in the parking lot, told her she had dropped cash, and handed her a $20 bill. As the victim pulled out her wallet to put the money away the male suspect somehow stole her debit card. The suspects then withdrew approximately $12,000 in cash from the victim's bank account.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Berkeley PD (CA)
Theft (Shoulder Surfing/Theft via Trick/Dropped $20 bill Ruse)—Berkeley, CA
The two pictured suspects looked over the 93-year-old victim's shoulder as she was using her debit card to pay for groceries and obtained her PIN. The suspects then approached the victim in the parking lot, told her she had dropped cash, and handed her a $20 bill. As the victim pulled out her wallet to put the money away the male suspect somehow stole her debit card. The suspects then withdrew approximately $12,000 in cash from the victim's bank account.
Questions/Information: Contact Berkeley PD Sgt. J. Lathrop at (510) 981-4727 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-56777
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (EBT Card Fraud/Possession of Skimming Devices/Arrests Made)—Irvine, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1210 hours, Cristina MISCLESCU and Ryan ALECU were arrested after they used fraudulent EBT cards to purchase baby formula at Target. Multiple ATM skimming devices, additional fraudulent cards, and the stolen property were located during a search of their vehicle, a silver color 2022 Ford Edge with CA/8ZZG906, registered to Gary AHLUWALIA of Winnetka, CA.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (EBT Card Fraud/Possession of Skimming Devices/Arrests Made)—Irvine, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1210 hours, Cristina MISCLESCU and Ryan ALECU were arrested after they used fraudulent EBT cards to purchase baby formula at Target. Multiple ATM skimming devices, additional fraudulent cards, and the stolen property were located during a search of their vehicle, a silver color 2022 Ford Edge with CA/8ZZG906, registered to Gary AHLUWALIA of Winnetka, CA.
Questions/Information: Contact Irvine PD Det. Matt Ricci at (949) 724-7199 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to Bulletin #BR240009.
01/05/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Arrest Made)—Baltimore County, MD
On 12/31/2023, Officers arrested Maria Roza TOMESCU F/W 7/27/03 for shoplifting.
Tomescu initially provided a false name to the arresting officer. At the time of her arrest, she was with Loredana BURTEA F/W 4/25/83. It was determined that Burtea was not involved in the initial shoplifting. Burtea was positively identified through a Florida driver’s license. Burtea provided the arresting officer with a picture of a Romanian Passport for Tomescu, positively identifying her with the information listed above. They were operating a red Kia Sorento with MD/9FJ8111. This vehicle is registered to Luigi Mihai CONSTANTIN, WM, b. 03/19/1997, MD SID#10274222458 (no pic). With this information, it was learned that Tomescu was wanted by other jurisdictions, both locally and out of state, for similar incidents.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Arrest Made)—Baltimore County, MD
On 12/31/2023, Officers arrested Maria Roza TOMESCU F/W 7/27/03 for shoplifting.
Tomescu initially provided a false name to the arresting officer. At the time of her arrest, she was with Loredana BURTEA F/W 4/25/83. It was determined that Burtea was not involved in the initial shoplifting. Burtea was positively identified through a Florida driver’s license. Burtea provided the arresting officer with a picture of a Romanian Passport for Tomescu, positively identifying her with the information listed above. They were operating a red Kia Sorento with MD/9FJ8111. This vehicle is registered to Luigi Mihai CONSTANTIN, WM, b. 03/19/1997, MD SID#10274222458 (no pic). With this information, it was learned that Tomescu was wanted by other jurisdictions, both locally and out of state, for similar incidents.
Questions/Information: Contact the Baltimore County PD Criminal Intelligence Section at (410) 887-2293. Refer to case #23-365-0082
01/07/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Danville PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Danville, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1734 hours, two middle eastern female suspects entered Elisa
Wen Boutique. The females had two juvenile females with them (approximately eight and
15 years old). The females took a sequined blouse valued at $257. The first female suspect was described in her early forties and the second suspect was described in their late
30s.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Danville PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Danville, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1734 hours, two middle eastern female suspects entered Elisa
Wen Boutique. The females had two juvenile females with them (approximately eight and
15 years old). The females took a sequined blouse valued at $257. The first female suspect was described in her early forties and the second suspect was described in their late
30s.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Danville PD Officer C. McEvoy at (925) 839-0472 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-174.
Questions/Information: Contact Danville PD Officer C. McEvoy at (925) 839-0472 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-174.
01/08/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351459
Theft (Apple Watch Theft Series at Spectrum Mobile)—Multi-Jurisdictions in Florida
An ongoing series of thefts by the same suspect(s) is taking place. Below is a recap of the activity. This past weekend, the suspect was with a second suspect. They were successful in stealing at two locations but visited two more that deterred the theft activity. The locations are not near each other for any normal path. With the losses reported by other retailers, this team is traveling the I4 corridor to hit stores. The suspect with the beard has been identified by Largo PD as Stephen FLORINEL.
History of activity at Spectrum:
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351459
Theft (Apple Watch Theft Series at Spectrum Mobile)—Multi-Jurisdictions in Florida
An ongoing series of thefts by the same suspect(s) is taking place. Below is a recap of the activity. This past weekend, the suspect was with a second suspect. They were successful in stealing at two locations but visited two more that deterred the theft activity. The locations are not near each other for any normal path. With the losses reported by other retailers, this team is traveling the I4 corridor to hit stores. The suspect with the beard has been identified by Largo PD as Stephen FLORINEL.
History of activity at Spectrum:
- 12/16/2023 at 1:23 PM; Wildwood, FL; Apple Watch; Wildwood PD #230off01577
- 12/31/2023 at 2:30 PM; Tampa, FL; Apple Watch; HCSO #2024-5000053
- 01/03/2024 at 7:15 PM; Clearwater, FL; Apple Watch; Largo PD #2400000726
- 01/03/2024 at 1:00PM; Clearwater, FL; no loss. Both suspects were in the store. They parked far away from the storefront.
- 01/06/2024 at 3:23 PM; Brandon, FL; Apple Watch Theft
- 01/06/2024 at 5:15 PM; Lakeland, FL; Apple Watch theft.
Stephen FLORINEL
WM, b. 07/07/1998
Questions/Information: Contact Shayna Coonin, Charter Communications, at (727) 348-8576 or via email to [email protected]
WM, b. 07/07/1998
Questions/Information: Contact Shayna Coonin, Charter Communications, at (727) 348-8576 or via email to [email protected]
Intel
01/01/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Intel (Looking for Information)—Southern CA
Last month, the Abington PD (PA) arrested four Chilean Nationals for residential burglaries of affluent homes. While examining cell phone downloads, I came across evidence of a major hit that the crew made on or around 10/21/2022, somewhere in Southern California. Any agency investigating a residential burglary around that time, where a large amount of US Currency was taken, can contact me for additional details.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Intel (Looking for Information)—Southern CA
Last month, the Abington PD (PA) arrested four Chilean Nationals for residential burglaries of affluent homes. While examining cell phone downloads, I came across evidence of a major hit that the crew made on or around 10/21/2022, somewhere in Southern California. Any agency investigating a residential burglary around that time, where a large amount of US Currency was taken, can contact me for additional details.
Questions/Information: Contact Abington PD Det. Lt. Steven Fink at (267) 536-1113 or via email to [email protected]
01/03/2024
Submitted by Det. Erik Sherar, NYPD-Organized Theft Squad, (917) 434-0572, [email protected]
Intel (Wanted for Assault/Hate Crime/ID Needed)—New York, NY
On 04/13/2023, at 2030 hours, at the intersection of West 23rd Street and 11th Ave, suspects seen below did assault victim causing pain and injuries. The suspects did make anti-sexual
Submitted by Det. Erik Sherar, NYPD-Organized Theft Squad, (917) 434-0572, [email protected]
Intel (Wanted for Assault/Hate Crime/ID Needed)—New York, NY
On 04/13/2023, at 2030 hours, at the intersection of West 23rd Street and 11th Ave, suspects seen below did assault victim causing pain and injuries. The suspects did make anti-sexual
Questions/Information: Contact NYPD Hate Crime Task Force Det. Michael Rodriguez at (646) 610-5267. Refer to report #2023-010-01585.
01/04/2024
Submitted by SA Bridgette Lott, SLED, (803) 896-4781, [email protected]
Intel (Warrant Arrest)—Arlington Heights, IL
Marian SFETCU was arrested by investigators with the Arlington Heights PD in Illinois while at the Days Inn, 1415, W. Dundee Road, Arlington Heights, IL. Sfetcu will be extradited to Columbia (SC) and served with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s warrant for the distraction theft he did at a small store along with Ionut STOICAN (in custody with ICE in GA) in November 2022.
Submitted by SA Bridgette Lott, SLED, (803) 896-4781, [email protected]
Intel (Warrant Arrest)—Arlington Heights, IL
Marian SFETCU was arrested by investigators with the Arlington Heights PD in Illinois while at the Days Inn, 1415, W. Dundee Road, Arlington Heights, IL. Sfetcu will be extradited to Columbia (SC) and served with the Richland County Sheriff’s Department’s warrant for the distraction theft he did at a small store along with Ionut STOICAN (in custody with ICE in GA) in November 2022.
Marian SFETCU
WM, b. 11/20/1988
NABI 18-2
Questions/Information: Contact SLED SA Bridgette Lott
WM, b. 11/20/1988
NABI 18-2
Questions/Information: Contact SLED SA Bridgette Lott
01/04/2024
Submitted by Det. Matthew Ricci, Irvine PD (CA), (949) 724-7199, [email protected]
Intel (Suspected Fraud Activity/Arrests Made)—Irvine, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1535 hours, TANASA and FAGARAS were arrested following a traffic stop in the area of Paseo Westpark & Alton Pkwy. A search of the vehicle yielded multiple skimming devices, fraudulent cards, and over $15,000 in cash. TANASA and FAGARAS are believed to be involved in additional fraud-related crimes. They were in a black 2022 Ford Explorer with CA/9DAK604, rented from RevLux LLC.
Submitted by Det. Matthew Ricci, Irvine PD (CA), (949) 724-7199, [email protected]
Intel (Suspected Fraud Activity/Arrests Made)—Irvine, CA
On 01/04/2024 at 1535 hours, TANASA and FAGARAS were arrested following a traffic stop in the area of Paseo Westpark & Alton Pkwy. A search of the vehicle yielded multiple skimming devices, fraudulent cards, and over $15,000 in cash. TANASA and FAGARAS are believed to be involved in additional fraud-related crimes. They were in a black 2022 Ford Explorer with CA/9DAK604, rented from RevLux LLC.
Questions/Information: Contact Irvine PD Det. Matt Ricci. Refer to Bulletin #BR240008
01/15/2024
ATM Crimes
01/09/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Emeryville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspect)—Emeryville, CA
On 08/04/2023 at 2136 hours, skimmers were discovered on all the ATMs located at Bank of America, 4120 San Pablo Ave. The female seen below is a person of interest in this case.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Emeryville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/LTI Suspect)—Emeryville, CA
On 08/04/2023 at 2136 hours, skimmers were discovered on all the ATMs located at Bank of America, 4120 San Pablo Ave. The female seen below is a person of interest in this case.
Questions/Information: Contact Emeryville PD Det. A. Raine at (510) 407-3572 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2308-0358.
01/11/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #350811
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Suspects Identified)—Chester County, PA
The ATM skimming suspects have been identified as Adrian DRAGOMIR (facial hair) and Dan MIHAI (bald). Fulton Bank had two skimmers placed on 11/01/2023 at our Parkesburg branch and our West Chester branch
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #350811
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Suspects Identified)—Chester County, PA
The ATM skimming suspects have been identified as Adrian DRAGOMIR (facial hair) and Dan MIHAI (bald). Fulton Bank had two skimmers placed on 11/01/2023 at our Parkesburg branch and our West Chester branch
Questions/Information: Contact Denise McChesney, Fulton Bank, at (717) 274-6532 x17935 or via email to [email protected]
Auto Repair
Questions/Information: Contact Cherry Hill PD Det. Robert Daniello at (856) 432-8834 or via email to [email protected]
Bunco
01/08/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scam)—North Greenbush, NY
The victim was approached by “Andrei” on 01/05/2024 at the Home Depot, 600 North Greenbush Rd. Andrei gave a story about how he had no money and he needed to fill his gas tank to get back to Florida. The victim felt bad and filled his tank for him. The conversation then turned to jewelry where the victim bought $800 in "gold" chains and watches. The victim called the PD after he realized he had been swindled.
On 01/06/2023, a similar incident took place in East Greenbush, our sister town where the PD got a call for in the parking lot of Wal-Mart where the victim bought $80 in jewelry. The PD stopped the group, and we responded as well. We called our victim to come down to the scene where he confirmed it was the same group that he dealt with. Both victims wanted their money back and we facilitated such. Consent was obtained for search of the car- additional jewelry and money was found-said money was used to pay back the victims. All the subjects involved in this case were identified as seen below. Andrei stated they were living in Baltimore at 2108 West Saratoga St, Balt, Maryland and gave a telephone number of (443) 651-9636.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Sales Scam)—North Greenbush, NY
The victim was approached by “Andrei” on 01/05/2024 at the Home Depot, 600 North Greenbush Rd. Andrei gave a story about how he had no money and he needed to fill his gas tank to get back to Florida. The victim felt bad and filled his tank for him. The conversation then turned to jewelry where the victim bought $800 in "gold" chains and watches. The victim called the PD after he realized he had been swindled.
On 01/06/2023, a similar incident took place in East Greenbush, our sister town where the PD got a call for in the parking lot of Wal-Mart where the victim bought $80 in jewelry. The PD stopped the group, and we responded as well. We called our victim to come down to the scene where he confirmed it was the same group that he dealt with. Both victims wanted their money back and we facilitated such. Consent was obtained for search of the car- additional jewelry and money was found-said money was used to pay back the victims. All the subjects involved in this case were identified as seen below. Andrei stated they were living in Baltimore at 2108 West Saratoga St, Balt, Maryland and gave a telephone number of (443) 651-9636.
Questions/Information: Contact North Greenbush PD Sgt. Josiah Deeb at (518) 283-5323.
01/08/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Tampering/Arrest Made)—Bristol, RI
On 01/04/2024 at 12:46 PM, Bristol RI PD responded to CVS at 400 Metacom Ave on a report of a male suspect acting suspiciously near the Gift Card Rack. When approached by a Security Representative, the male subject fled on foot toward a white vehicle in the parking lot, but he did not enter and continued on as the white vehicle left the parking lot. The vehicle was located on a side street nearby and the operator was identified as Li WEI, age 36, of Elmhurst (Queens) NY. Police noted a large quantity of gift cards in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. A short time later, the fleeing male was located and identified as Li SHANHUA, age 48, of Flushing, NY. Bristol Police and Federal Authorities seized over 3,200 assorted gift cards. Both subjects were arrested and charged with Obtaining Money under False Pretenses and Conspiracy. Both were arraigned in Court on Friday 01/05/2024. Li Wei was held on $5,000 surety, and Li Shanhua was held on $10,000 surety. Bristol Police are working with Homeland Security and further charges are pending.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Tampering/Arrest Made)—Bristol, RI
On 01/04/2024 at 12:46 PM, Bristol RI PD responded to CVS at 400 Metacom Ave on a report of a male suspect acting suspiciously near the Gift Card Rack. When approached by a Security Representative, the male subject fled on foot toward a white vehicle in the parking lot, but he did not enter and continued on as the white vehicle left the parking lot. The vehicle was located on a side street nearby and the operator was identified as Li WEI, age 36, of Elmhurst (Queens) NY. Police noted a large quantity of gift cards in the passenger compartment of the vehicle. A short time later, the fleeing male was located and identified as Li SHANHUA, age 48, of Flushing, NY. Bristol Police and Federal Authorities seized over 3,200 assorted gift cards. Both subjects were arrested and charged with Obtaining Money under False Pretenses and Conspiracy. Both were arraigned in Court on Friday 01/05/2024. Li Wei was held on $5,000 surety, and Li Shanhua was held on $10,000 surety. Bristol Police are working with Homeland Security and further charges are pending.
Questions/Information: Contact CVS Health New England Regional Investigations Manager Stefanie Mangiante at (401) 487-6018 or via email to [email protected]
01/10/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Latin Lotto Scams/Wanted Persons)—Elizabeth, NJ
Warrants have been issued for the following males stemming from a lottery scam that was interrupted in the city of Elizabeth on 10/17/2023.
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Latin Lotto Scams/Wanted Persons)—Elizabeth, NJ
Warrants have been issued for the following males stemming from a lottery scam that was interrupted in the city of Elizabeth on 10/17/2023.
Vehicle: Charcoal Gray 2009 Chevrolet Impala bearing AL/1A13TAH was used during the act.
The female suspects seen below participated in a Latin Lotto Scam on 09/13/2023 and are wanted. The suspects were dropped off and picked up in an older white color Ford Edge with tinted windows bearing NJ dealership plate/DQL52 with a 06 subscript. Proceeds taken from the victim included $5,000 and approximately $2,000 in jewelry.
The female suspects seen below participated in a Latin Lotto Scam on 09/13/2023 and are wanted. The suspects were dropped off and picked up in an older white color Ford Edge with tinted windows bearing NJ dealership plate/DQL52 with a 06 subscript. Proceeds taken from the victim included $5,000 and approximately $2,000 in jewelry.
Questions/Information: Contact Elizabeth PD Det. Gino Quelopana at (908) 558-2118 or via email to [email protected]
01/12/2024
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist-Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam/LTI Suspects)—Stratford, CT
On 01/05/2024 at 7:45 pm, at Stop and Shop, the female dressed in all black, conducted a quick-change scam during the purchase of money orders. The suspect used a sleight of hand to remove $2,000 from the payment causing a shortage. The suspect was with the second female (blonde hair) who split up with the suspect when they entered the store.
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist-Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam/LTI Suspects)—Stratford, CT
On 01/05/2024 at 7:45 pm, at Stop and Shop, the female dressed in all black, conducted a quick-change scam during the purchase of money orders. The suspect used a sleight of hand to remove $2,000 from the payment causing a shortage. The suspect was with the second female (blonde hair) who split up with the suspect when they entered the store.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Investigations Specialist Mike Murphy at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Investigations Specialist Mike Murphy at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected]
01/12/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Tampering/Card Swapping)—Dracut, MA
On 12/20/2023, Dracut PD responded to Hannaford’s Supermarket on a report from loss prevention reporting that they recovered 10 VISA gift cards that had been tampered with. Loss prevention was able to provide officers with security footage, where they observed an Asian female remove the gift cards from the tote bag she was carrying and place them on the gift card rack in the store. The female later left in a blue SUV. This is likely connected to a string of scams (Braintree, Lowell, Bristol, RI) involving individuals removing gift cards from racks, logging the numbers and bar codes, to later place the cards back on the rack. If the process is uninterrupted, an unsuspecting customer will purchase the cards to place funds onto it, only for the suspect to later withdraw the funds, leaving the balance on the card to be zero.
Info from MACrimeNet: On 12/12/2023, Braintree PD identified the two females from New York City in connection with the same type of Gift Card Tampering activity.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Tampering/Card Swapping)—Dracut, MA
On 12/20/2023, Dracut PD responded to Hannaford’s Supermarket on a report from loss prevention reporting that they recovered 10 VISA gift cards that had been tampered with. Loss prevention was able to provide officers with security footage, where they observed an Asian female remove the gift cards from the tote bag she was carrying and place them on the gift card rack in the store. The female later left in a blue SUV. This is likely connected to a string of scams (Braintree, Lowell, Bristol, RI) involving individuals removing gift cards from racks, logging the numbers and bar codes, to later place the cards back on the rack. If the process is uninterrupted, an unsuspecting customer will purchase the cards to place funds onto it, only for the suspect to later withdraw the funds, leaving the balance on the card to be zero.
Info from MACrimeNet: On 12/12/2023, Braintree PD identified the two females from New York City in connection with the same type of Gift Card Tampering activity.
Questions/Information: Contact Dracut PD Det. John Quinn at (978) 957-2123 x2062 or via email to [email protected].
Burglary
01/08/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Wanted Subjects and Vehicle)—Wethersfield, CT
The vehicle seen below is wanted in a spree of distraction burglaries in Norwalk and Wethersfield. The suspects utilized an older Chevrolet Silverado on 12/29/2023 in Fairfield and committed the same type of crime. Wethersfield Police have an active Search and Seizure warrant for the truck (valid until 1/13/2024). Suspects are Marcello MIGUEL (b. 11/06/2001), Angelo BIMBO (b. 04/29/1995), and Nicholas WILLIAMS (b. 11/12/1998). Bimbo and Williams have extraditable warrants in NCIC.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Wanted Subjects and Vehicle)—Wethersfield, CT
The vehicle seen below is wanted in a spree of distraction burglaries in Norwalk and Wethersfield. The suspects utilized an older Chevrolet Silverado on 12/29/2023 in Fairfield and committed the same type of crime. Wethersfield Police have an active Search and Seizure warrant for the truck (valid until 1/13/2024). Suspects are Marcello MIGUEL (b. 11/06/2001), Angelo BIMBO (b. 04/29/1995), and Nicholas WILLIAMS (b. 11/12/1998). Bimbo and Williams have extraditable warrants in NCIC.
Gray 4D Dodge Ram Pickup with CT/7826S12
Questions/Information: Contact Wethersfield PD Det. Robert Malinowski at (860) 721-2900.
Questions/Information: Contact Wethersfield PD Det. Robert Malinowski at (860) 721-2900.
01/09/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Mark Hoffmann, Plan Beach Co. Sheriff’s Office (FL), (561) 687-6522, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Water Leak Ruse/LTI Suspects)—Boca Raton, FL
We have seen an uptick in distraction burglaries down here in South Florida where the female suspect states she is there regarding a leak in the building, and she needs to inspect the sinks. Once she gains the trust of the victim, the male accomplice enters and takes jewelry/cash while the victim is distracted. Same suspects and vehicle each time.
Submitted by Sgt. Mark Hoffmann, Plan Beach Co. Sheriff’s Office (FL), (561) 687-6522, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Water Leak Ruse/LTI Suspects)—Boca Raton, FL
We have seen an uptick in distraction burglaries down here in South Florida where the female suspect states she is there regarding a leak in the building, and she needs to inspect the sinks. Once she gains the trust of the victim, the male accomplice enters and takes jewelry/cash while the victim is distracted. Same suspects and vehicle each time.
Questions/Information: Contact Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Sgt. Mark Hoffmann.
Home Repair
01/08/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Randy Dull, Baltimore PD (MD), [email protected]
Home Repair (Paving & Masonry Scam)—Fals Church, VA
The pictured vehicle is involved in a suspected paving and masonry scam in Fairfax County. On 01/02/2024, the vehicle was seen in the area of Venice Street and Barbour Rd in Falls Church, VA. The complainant stated two white males were soliciting out of the vehicle. One male approached her outside her home and told her she had bricks falling on top of her chimney which needed repair. She was suspicious about the male and the interaction and suspected it was a scam. She declined his offer for a free estimate and he gave her a flier with the company name “Titanium Paving and Masonry.” The suspect is described as a WM, 5-8 to 6-0, dark hair, well dressed and had an accent described as English, Irish or Scottish.
Submitted by Sgt. Randy Dull, Baltimore PD (MD), [email protected]
Home Repair (Paving & Masonry Scam)—Fals Church, VA
The pictured vehicle is involved in a suspected paving and masonry scam in Fairfax County. On 01/02/2024, the vehicle was seen in the area of Venice Street and Barbour Rd in Falls Church, VA. The complainant stated two white males were soliciting out of the vehicle. One male approached her outside her home and told her she had bricks falling on top of her chimney which needed repair. She was suspicious about the male and the interaction and suspected it was a scam. She declined his offer for a free estimate and he gave her a flier with the company name “Titanium Paving and Masonry.” The suspect is described as a WM, 5-8 to 6-0, dark hair, well dressed and had an accent described as English, Irish or Scottish.
Silver 2023 Ford F-150 pickup
CO/BHUX77
Avis-Budget Rental
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County Police (VA) Det. Douglas Comfort at (703) 227-3815 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2024-0030029.
CO/BHUX77
Avis-Budget Rental
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County Police (VA) Det. Douglas Comfort at (703) 227-3815 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2024-0030029.
01/09/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: Lower Allen Twp. PD Crimewatch Bulletin
Home Repair (Home Repair Fraud/Wanted Subject)—Lower Allen Twp, PA
On 12/20/2023, the Lower Allen Township PD was contacted about a fraud. In August 2023, John Michael MASSEY was hired by the resident to install a skylight at his residence. An $845 deposit was paid on 08/29/2023, and Massey subsequently failed to report to complete the work or ever come back to the residence. Massey was contacted numerous times to set up time to complete the work and failed to follow through. Massey was also contacted by the homeowner requesting a refund, but one was never sent. Charges were filed and an arrest warrant has been issued on 01/05/2024.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: Lower Allen Twp. PD Crimewatch Bulletin
Home Repair (Home Repair Fraud/Wanted Subject)—Lower Allen Twp, PA
On 12/20/2023, the Lower Allen Township PD was contacted about a fraud. In August 2023, John Michael MASSEY was hired by the resident to install a skylight at his residence. An $845 deposit was paid on 08/29/2023, and Massey subsequently failed to report to complete the work or ever come back to the residence. Massey was contacted numerous times to set up time to complete the work and failed to follow through. Massey was also contacted by the homeowner requesting a refund, but one was never sent. Charges were filed and an arrest warrant has been issued on 01/05/2024.
John Michael MASSEY
WM, 41 years old
Questions/Information: Contact the Lower Allen Twp. PD at (717) 238-9676.
WM, 41 years old
Questions/Information: Contact the Lower Allen Twp. PD at (717) 238-9676.
01/09/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Attempted Home Repair Scam/Vandalism)—Milton, MA
The truck seen below was involved in an attempted scam and a completed vandalism to a home on 01/08/2024. The female homeowner/victim described one of the men as in his late 20s, 5’11, with a medium build and dark hair. She called him “attractive.” This man was called “Mike.” A second man, “Tom,” is a white male, balding and heavy set, with an Irish brogue. The truck was picked up by Flock in Quincy at 13:02 and 14:54 hours on 01/08/2024. The plate is ON/BX43672. There is reasonable suspicion to believe that occupants of this truck may be involved in this crime.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Attempted Home Repair Scam/Vandalism)—Milton, MA
The truck seen below was involved in an attempted scam and a completed vandalism to a home on 01/08/2024. The female homeowner/victim described one of the men as in his late 20s, 5’11, with a medium build and dark hair. She called him “attractive.” This man was called “Mike.” A second man, “Tom,” is a white male, balding and heavy set, with an Irish brogue. The truck was picked up by Flock in Quincy at 13:02 and 14:54 hours on 01/08/2024. The plate is ON/BX43672. There is reasonable suspicion to believe that occupants of this truck may be involved in this crime.
Questions/Information: Contact Milton PD Det. Gennes Seaton at (617) 898-4836 or via email to [email protected]
01/11/2024
Submitted by Chief John Livingood (Ret), Abington PD (PA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Driveway Paving Scam)—Plymouth Meeting, PA
On 01/11/2024, the resident reported that she was approached by a crew in a black Dodge Ram pickup truck with FL/AX48KE as she was exiting her vehicle in her driveway. The resident allowed the crew to “re-asphalt” an approximately 20ft x 20ft area in the middle of her driveway. When the job was complete, the “owner of the company” quoted the project at $15,000. The victim and the “owner” negotiated a final price of $10,000. The “owner” then requested the victim write five checks, each for $1,940, in lieu of the one $10,000 check. The checks were written out to Marc Attenborough Paving and were provided to the owner of the Company who then departed the area.
An attempt was made to cash the checks at Chase Bank, West Main Street, Norristown. However, the checks were flagged and cancelled by the victim. Upon learning the checks were cancelled, the “owner” called the victim back and arranged to pick up new checks. Feeling the incident was suspicious, the victim then contacted the Police. The “owner” again called and refused to pick up the new checks because the “police were in the driveway” of the victim’s house. The “owner” emailed an invoice to the victim to legitimize the business. The business name was noted as “Fix asphalt,” without a street address, located in King of Prussia, PA. The invoice showed an email address of “[email protected]” and had an invoice #1.
Contact was made with the truck owner’s mother in Florida. She confirmed that her son is naïve and has leased several vehicles for “4th generation cousins” who have asphalt companies. In describing the asphalt companies, she advised that they are “gypsy-type” ventures moving from area to area as the weather changes. Tag readers show this vehicle has been in Pennsylvania since the beginning of December 2023. There are numerous tag reads in Montgomery, Bucks, and Northampton Counties. A significant amount of those reads is from the King of Prussia / Upper Merion area.
Submitted by Chief John Livingood (Ret), Abington PD (PA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Driveway Paving Scam)—Plymouth Meeting, PA
On 01/11/2024, the resident reported that she was approached by a crew in a black Dodge Ram pickup truck with FL/AX48KE as she was exiting her vehicle in her driveway. The resident allowed the crew to “re-asphalt” an approximately 20ft x 20ft area in the middle of her driveway. When the job was complete, the “owner of the company” quoted the project at $15,000. The victim and the “owner” negotiated a final price of $10,000. The “owner” then requested the victim write five checks, each for $1,940, in lieu of the one $10,000 check. The checks were written out to Marc Attenborough Paving and were provided to the owner of the Company who then departed the area.
An attempt was made to cash the checks at Chase Bank, West Main Street, Norristown. However, the checks were flagged and cancelled by the victim. Upon learning the checks were cancelled, the “owner” called the victim back and arranged to pick up new checks. Feeling the incident was suspicious, the victim then contacted the Police. The “owner” again called and refused to pick up the new checks because the “police were in the driveway” of the victim’s house. The “owner” emailed an invoice to the victim to legitimize the business. The business name was noted as “Fix asphalt,” without a street address, located in King of Prussia, PA. The invoice showed an email address of “[email protected]” and had an invoice #1.
Contact was made with the truck owner’s mother in Florida. She confirmed that her son is naïve and has leased several vehicles for “4th generation cousins” who have asphalt companies. In describing the asphalt companies, she advised that they are “gypsy-type” ventures moving from area to area as the weather changes. Tag readers show this vehicle has been in Pennsylvania since the beginning of December 2023. There are numerous tag reads in Montgomery, Bucks, and Northampton Counties. A significant amount of those reads is from the King of Prussia / Upper Merion area.
FL/AX48KE
Online searches of Marc Attenborough Paving revealed several links to driveway paving scams and arrests in New York and one in Northampton County. At this time, there are no warrants related to this incident and our investigation is ongoing. Anyone requiring additional information, please contact the Plymouth Township PD.
Questions/Information: Contact Plymouth Twp PD Det. Sgt. Chris Schwartz at (610) 279-1901 or via email to [email protected]
Online searches of Marc Attenborough Paving revealed several links to driveway paving scams and arrests in New York and one in Northampton County. At this time, there are no warrants related to this incident and our investigation is ongoing. Anyone requiring additional information, please contact the Plymouth Township PD.
Questions/Information: Contact Plymouth Twp PD Det. Sgt. Chris Schwartz at (610) 279-1901 or via email to [email protected]
Theft
01/08/2024
Submitted by Det. Nathan Urban, Turlock PD (CA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Circuit Breakers/Suspects Identified)—Pacoima, CA
Re NABI eLog entry on 01/01/2024:
The subjects involved in the theft of circuit breakers in Turlock, namely Ana Maria CALIN and Stefan COSTACHE, hit a Lowes store in Pacoima, CA on 12/12/2023. A report was filed with the LAPD under case #231615265.
Submitted by Det. Nathan Urban, Turlock PD (CA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Circuit Breakers/Suspects Identified)—Pacoima, CA
Re NABI eLog entry on 01/01/2024:
The subjects involved in the theft of circuit breakers in Turlock, namely Ana Maria CALIN and Stefan COSTACHE, hit a Lowes store in Pacoima, CA on 12/12/2023. A report was filed with the LAPD under case #231615265.
Questions/Information: Contact Turlock PD Det. N. Urban at (209)668-6571 or via email to [email protected]
01/09/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Plymouth, PA
On 12/20/2023 at 1211 hours, the suspects entered the Ulta Beauty store. Suspect1 stood watch while suspect2 concealed a large amount of merchandise under her dress.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Plymouth, PA
On 12/20/2023 at 1211 hours, the suspects entered the Ulta Beauty store. Suspect1 stood watch while suspect2 concealed a large amount of merchandise under her dress.
Suspect2 Suspect1
Questions/Information: Contact Plymouth Twp. PD Det. Mark Ransom at (610) 279-1901 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-19987.
Questions/Information: Contact Plymouth Twp. PD Det. Mark Ransom at (610) 279-1901 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-19987.
01/09/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Santa Clara PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Santa Clara, CA
On 01/06/2024 at 1214 hours, a grand theft occurred at the Sephora Store located 3343 Coronado Place. The three suspects stole cosmetics valued at $1,200 and fled.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Santa Clara PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Santa Clara, CA
On 01/06/2024 at 1214 hours, a grand theft occurred at the Sephora Store located 3343 Coronado Place. The three suspects stole cosmetics valued at $1,200 and fled.
Questions/Information: Contact Santa Clara PD Officer A. McGuire at (408) 615-4700 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24010900.
01/09/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Theft (Theft Crew/Property Held for Safekeeping)—Maywood, NJ
Traffic stop was made on a black Mercedes Benz ML-350 with NV/225X96. The individuals seen below were in possession of iPods, Ear Pods, and jewelry, all held for safekeeping and investigation. Also located was a VISA debit card in the name of Stella LACATASU, believed to be stolen or fraudulent.
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Theft (Theft Crew/Property Held for Safekeeping)—Maywood, NJ
Traffic stop was made on a black Mercedes Benz ML-350 with NV/225X96. The individuals seen below were in possession of iPods, Ear Pods, and jewelry, all held for safekeeping and investigation. Also located was a VISA debit card in the name of Stella LACATASU, believed to be stolen or fraudulent.
Questions/Information: Contact Maywood PD Det. Benjamin Singer at (201) 845-8800. Refer to case #I-2023-010512
01/09/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Natick, MA
On 12/23/2023, a male and female couple entered Louis Vuitton at the Natick Mall and proceeded to the handbag section at the back of the store. The male suspect defeated the magnetic locks on three handbags, while the female suspect acted as a lookout while talking on her phone. After the locks were defeated, the couple moved away from the handbags and another male and female couple entered the store and proceeded to the unlocked handbags. The second couple concealed two of the handbags in a Nike shopping bag and carried the third bag. All four suspects exited the store together. The loss to the store was $18,000.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Natick, MA
On 12/23/2023, a male and female couple entered Louis Vuitton at the Natick Mall and proceeded to the handbag section at the back of the store. The male suspect defeated the magnetic locks on three handbags, while the female suspect acted as a lookout while talking on her phone. After the locks were defeated, the couple moved away from the handbags and another male and female couple entered the store and proceeded to the unlocked handbags. The second couple concealed two of the handbags in a Nike shopping bag and carried the third bag. All four suspects exited the store together. The loss to the store was $18,000.
Questions/Information: Contact Natick PD Det. Toan Nguyen at (508) 647-9510 or via email to [email protected].
01/09/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Wallet Theft/Access Card Fraud/LTI Suspects)—Billerica, MA
On 12/28/2023, a wallet was stolen while a female was shopping at Joanne Fabrics. Two different cards were used to make several purchases at the shopping center located in Chelmsford, MA. $865 worth of perfume was purchased at the Sephora located in the Kohls. Within the same shopping center, two $500 VISA Gift Cards were purchased at a Staples.
Macrimenet Note: Subject’s tactics appear to be SATG (South American Theft Group) related.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Wallet Theft/Access Card Fraud/LTI Suspects)—Billerica, MA
On 12/28/2023, a wallet was stolen while a female was shopping at Joanne Fabrics. Two different cards were used to make several purchases at the shopping center located in Chelmsford, MA. $865 worth of perfume was purchased at the Sephora located in the Kohls. Within the same shopping center, two $500 VISA Gift Cards were purchased at a Staples.
Macrimenet Note: Subject’s tactics appear to be SATG (South American Theft Group) related.
Questions/Information: Contact Billerica PD Officer Derek Coffey ay (978) 215-9720 or via email to [email protected]
01/09/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Marietta, GA
I am looking for assistance with any photos, names, and/or associations that you may have on a group of Romanians who have been committing shopliftings in the Marietta area and in surrounding areas. I have some information of potential suspects in the case, however since they move around continuously and have multiple aliases, I had a difficult time identifying them and did not have photos to compare to video footage from the shopliftings. The individuals are:
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Marietta, GA
I am looking for assistance with any photos, names, and/or associations that you may have on a group of Romanians who have been committing shopliftings in the Marietta area and in surrounding areas. I have some information of potential suspects in the case, however since they move around continuously and have multiple aliases, I had a difficult time identifying them and did not have photos to compare to video footage from the shopliftings. The individuals are:
Questions/Information: Contact Cobb County PD Officer Madison L. Giles at (770) 499-4184 or via email to [email protected]
01/10/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351511
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Arrests Made)—Waterford, CT
On 01/08/2024, Waterford PD arrested three Romanians believed to be part of an ORC group. The three females were concealing items in empty purses. Stolen merchandise from other retail stores was also located in a seized red 2007 Chrysler Town & Country van with FL/41EEYF. The group has been committing larcenies and mailing large packages with the stolen items to an address in Gwynn Oak, MD.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351511
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Arrests Made)—Waterford, CT
On 01/08/2024, Waterford PD arrested three Romanians believed to be part of an ORC group. The three females were concealing items in empty purses. Stolen merchandise from other retail stores was also located in a seized red 2007 Chrysler Town & Country van with FL/41EEYF. The group has been committing larcenies and mailing large packages with the stolen items to an address in Gwynn Oak, MD.
Questions/Information: Contact Waterford PD Officer Brandon Winakor at (860) 442-0645 or via email to [email protected]
01/11/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspect)—Newtown Square, PA
The Newtown Township PD was dispatched to Ulta Beauty, 3735 West Chester Pk, for a theft discovered. It was determined that the two actors involved stole a total of 44 cosmetic products totaling $4,100.01. Suspect 1 was identified by SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS as Petrica Valerian BALAN.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspect)—Newtown Square, PA
The Newtown Township PD was dispatched to Ulta Beauty, 3735 West Chester Pk, for a theft discovered. It was determined that the two actors involved stole a total of 44 cosmetic products totaling $4,100.01. Suspect 1 was identified by SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS as Petrica Valerian BALAN.
Questions/Information: Contact Newton Twp. PD Officer Sean Doyle at (610) 356-0601 x181 or via email to [email protected]
01/12/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Wallet from Elder/Access Card Fraud)—Pittsfield, MA
The female suspect distracted an elderly lady, while the males stole her wallet at Big Y. All three suspects then proceeded to go to Dick's Sporting Goods and BJ's and spent over $11,000 on her credit cards. The wallet was later found in Ashfield, MA.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Wallet from Elder/Access Card Fraud)—Pittsfield, MA
The female suspect distracted an elderly lady, while the males stole her wallet at Big Y. All three suspects then proceeded to go to Dick's Sporting Goods and BJ's and spent over $11,000 on her credit cards. The wallet was later found in Ashfield, MA.
Questions/Information: Contact Pittsfield PD Officer Anthony Lizotte at (413) 448-9700 x571 or via email to [email protected]
01/12/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Ramon PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Ramey Warrants Issued)—San Ramon, CA
On 11/28/2023, three women entered Sephora at City Center and stole $4,655 in makeup products. The suspects escaped in a Toyota Sienna van with CA/5XND676. The registered owner is Ion MIHAI (b. 12/9/1982). I was unable to prove he was the driver, but he and suspect Crudu have a common residence in Anaheim, CA. Thank you to Pleasant Hill PD Det. Mundy for sharing information from Kohl's LP. On 12/14/23, three suspects were detained by Gilroy PD (CA) for PC grand theft from Kohl's. Suspects Maria ISPIR and Mirela CRUDU were booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail, but a third suspect was released due to lack of proof of engaging in the theft. The third suspect did not provide a name or DOB and claimed to not understand the officers when questioned.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Ramon PD (CA)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Ramey Warrants Issued)—San Ramon, CA
On 11/28/2023, three women entered Sephora at City Center and stole $4,655 in makeup products. The suspects escaped in a Toyota Sienna van with CA/5XND676. The registered owner is Ion MIHAI (b. 12/9/1982). I was unable to prove he was the driver, but he and suspect Crudu have a common residence in Anaheim, CA. Thank you to Pleasant Hill PD Det. Mundy for sharing information from Kohl's LP. On 12/14/23, three suspects were detained by Gilroy PD (CA) for PC grand theft from Kohl's. Suspects Maria ISPIR and Mirela CRUDU were booked into Santa Clara County Main Jail, but a third suspect was released due to lack of proof of engaging in the theft. The third suspect did not provide a name or DOB and claimed to not understand the officers when questioned.
Questions/Information: Contact San Ramon PD Officer Chris Salas at (925) 973-2700 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #SR23-03266
01/22/2024 eLog
ATM Crimes
01/15/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming)—Bellevue, NE
On 12/17/2023, the suspect entered Bellevue Walmart and placed a skimmer device on a self-check-out lane. The skimmer was not found until 01/01/2024.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming)—Bellevue, NE
On 12/17/2023, the suspect entered Bellevue Walmart and placed a skimmer device on a self-check-out lane. The skimmer was not found until 01/01/2024.
Fulgata Fanfan SILVIAN
WM, b. 12/08/2000
FBI #APJTW09TW
UPDATE: Information from SLED SA Bridgette Lott
The suspect at the register is Fulgata Fanfan SILVIAN. He was arrested on August 6, 2018, for skimming by Pasadena PD, TX. ICE deported him to Romania, and he stayed there for a few years, but he snuck back into the US. He appears to live in Anaheim, CA and is usually with the Trifu family. In March 2023, Gardena PD, CA, put out a flyer of Fulgata and Boris Dumitru and stated these two and another unknown male were doing cash outs using credit card numbers obtained from a skimmer. All I have in my notes is Officer Preciado and agency report #23-1391.
Questions/Information: Contact Bellevue PD Det. Karen Wrigley at (402) 293-6587.
WM, b. 12/08/2000
FBI #APJTW09TW
UPDATE: Information from SLED SA Bridgette Lott
The suspect at the register is Fulgata Fanfan SILVIAN. He was arrested on August 6, 2018, for skimming by Pasadena PD, TX. ICE deported him to Romania, and he stayed there for a few years, but he snuck back into the US. He appears to live in Anaheim, CA and is usually with the Trifu family. In March 2023, Gardena PD, CA, put out a flyer of Fulgata and Boris Dumitru and stated these two and another unknown male were doing cash outs using credit card numbers obtained from a skimmer. All I have in my notes is Officer Preciado and agency report #23-1391.
Questions/Information: Contact Bellevue PD Det. Karen Wrigley at (402) 293-6587.
01/16/2024
Submitted by Det. Nathan Urban, Turlock PD (CA), (209) 668-6571, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—Turlock, CA
Ales ADAMEK was my first skimming arrest on 10/31/2023. That led us to working with Clovis PD (CA) and arresting MAVROKELOS. Then I got Marius ONISEI on 01/03/2024 and on 01/11/2024 got ENACHE. Enache gave the same address, 555 Paularino, Costa Mesa (CA) as Ana CALIN (ORC arrest).
01/16/2024
Submitted by Det. Nathan Urban, Turlock PD (CA), (209) 668-6571, [email protected]
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—Turlock, CA
Ales ADAMEK was my first skimming arrest on 10/31/2023. That led us to working with Clovis PD (CA) and arresting MAVROKELOS. Then I got Marius ONISEI on 01/03/2024 and on 01/11/2024 got ENACHE. Enache gave the same address, 555 Paularino, Costa Mesa (CA) as Ana CALIN (ORC arrest).
Ales ADAMEK
WM, b. 05/26/1990
AKA Ferenc HUGYEC (b. 12/27/1991)
Born in Prague, Czech Republic
CA SID#41721254
FBI #1K1J05D52
Arrested for ID Theft & Possession of Skimming Device
WM, b. 05/26/1990
AKA Ferenc HUGYEC (b. 12/27/1991)
Born in Prague, Czech Republic
CA SID#41721254
FBI #1K1J05D52
Arrested for ID Theft & Possession of Skimming Device
Christos MAVROKELOS
WM, b. 04/04/1986 AKA Loanflavius LUCA (b. 09/03/1986) |
Dumitru Sandu ENACHE
WM, b. 03/19/1968 CA SID#40991350 FBI #9MAHM5D50 Arrested on 01/11/2024 for ID theft/Computer Fraud Home: 555 Paularino Ave, Costa Mesa, CA |
Marius ONISEI
WM, b. 04/17/1992 Arrested on 01/03/2024 Home: 124 4th St, Stockton, CA |
Questions/Information: Contact Turlock PD Det. Nathan Urban. Refer to case #TP24000088.
01/17/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351588
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Suspects Identified)—Baton Rouge, LA
In March 2023 and May 2023, an ATM skimming ring targeted Neighbors Federal Credit Union in Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes for approximately $87,000. Suspects 1 & 2 have been identified.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351588
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Suspects Identified)—Baton Rouge, LA
In March 2023 and May 2023, an ATM skimming ring targeted Neighbors Federal Credit Union in Baton Rouge and surrounding parishes for approximately $87,000. Suspects 1 & 2 have been identified.
Questions/Information: Contact East Baton Rouge Sherrif’s Dep. Otto Harshbarger at (225) 389-5009 or via email to [email protected]
01/19/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Francisco PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—San Francisco, CA
On 01/18/2024 at 0130 Hours, Officers interrupted the suspect installing a possible skimming device into a Bank of America ATM. Novak was subsequently booked for Burglary and Vandalism in San Francisco. At the time of his arrest, Novak had additional Bank of America panels. Novak is a Czech national and was in possession of a Washington State ID. He has no prior arrests in San Francisco or an FBI Rap sheet.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Francisco PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/Arrest Made)—San Francisco, CA
On 01/18/2024 at 0130 Hours, Officers interrupted the suspect installing a possible skimming device into a Bank of America ATM. Novak was subsequently booked for Burglary and Vandalism in San Francisco. At the time of his arrest, Novak had additional Bank of America panels. Novak is a Czech national and was in possession of a Washington State ID. He has no prior arrests in San Francisco or an FBI Rap sheet.
Petr NOVAK
WM, b. 05/11/1979
5-8, 158, black/brown
Czech national
Questions/Information: Contact San Francisco PD Sgt. Alex Lentz at (415) 696-0623 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #240038306
WM, b. 05/11/1979
5-8, 158, black/brown
Czech national
Questions/Information: Contact San Francisco PD Sgt. Alex Lentz at (415) 696-0623 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #240038306
Bunco
BUNCO
01/17/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351572
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Swap Scam)—Citrus Heights, CA
On 01/15/2024, in the Costco parking lot, a 59-year-old female victim was approached by a male and female, possibly East Indian driving a black Ford SUV. The female suspect engaged the victim in conversation and placed jewelry on the victim's wrist and around her neck. Shortly thereafter, the victim realized that her gold necklace with pendant valued at $1,000 had been removed. Surveillance camera obtained vehicle license CA/9BHT645 registered to Manuela HANNA, El Cajon, CA. Surveillance photo of male suspect and LPR photo of suspect vehicle attached.
01/17/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351572
Bunco (Fake Gold Jewelry Swap Scam)—Citrus Heights, CA
On 01/15/2024, in the Costco parking lot, a 59-year-old female victim was approached by a male and female, possibly East Indian driving a black Ford SUV. The female suspect engaged the victim in conversation and placed jewelry on the victim's wrist and around her neck. Shortly thereafter, the victim realized that her gold necklace with pendant valued at $1,000 had been removed. Surveillance camera obtained vehicle license CA/9BHT645 registered to Manuela HANNA, El Cajon, CA. Surveillance photo of male suspect and LPR photo of suspect vehicle attached.
Questions/Information: Contact Citrus Heights PD Det. Greg Cowart at (916) 727-5591 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #CH24-00336.
01/17/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Ramon PD (CA)
Bunco (Attempted Fake Gold Jewelry Swap Scam)—San Ramon, CA
On 01/15/2024 around 0930 hours, two suspects attempted a jewelry theft of the
victim's gold necklaces. The victim was able to stop the theft from taking place.
The suspects fled in a 2012 Porsche Cayenne CA/9JOT588. The same vehicle was used later that same day in San Leandro for a similar style jewelry theft (SLPD 24-1754).
Suspect1: HF, lighter skin, 5-6, heavyset, blonde, or light brown hair, wearing a white hoody.
Suspect2: HM, lighter skin, thin build.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by San Ramon PD (CA)
Bunco (Attempted Fake Gold Jewelry Swap Scam)—San Ramon, CA
On 01/15/2024 around 0930 hours, two suspects attempted a jewelry theft of the
victim's gold necklaces. The victim was able to stop the theft from taking place.
The suspects fled in a 2012 Porsche Cayenne CA/9JOT588. The same vehicle was used later that same day in San Leandro for a similar style jewelry theft (SLPD 24-1754).
Suspect1: HF, lighter skin, 5-6, heavyset, blonde, or light brown hair, wearing a white hoody.
Suspect2: HM, lighter skin, thin build.
CA/9JOT588
Questions/Information: Contact San Ramon PD Corporal S. Hill at (925) 204-9624. Refer to case #SR24-00130.
Questions/Information: Contact San Ramon PD Corporal S. Hill at (925) 204-9624. Refer to case #SR24-00130.
01/18/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/Suspect Identified)—Sayville, NY
On 01/11/2024 at 1500 hours, female suspect purchased three $500 Airbnb gift cards at the service desk at Stop and Shop #548. The suspect provided cash payment which was counted by the clerk. The suspect then took the cash back and recounted the bills. The suspect then used a sleight of hand technique and removed $1,000 from the bottom of the stack of cash before handing the clerk the cash back. The clerk did not recount the money before placing it into the till. Later that day, the cash drawer was found to be short.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/Suspect Identified)—Sayville, NY
On 01/11/2024 at 1500 hours, female suspect purchased three $500 Airbnb gift cards at the service desk at Stop and Shop #548. The suspect provided cash payment which was counted by the clerk. The suspect then took the cash back and recounted the bills. The suspect then used a sleight of hand technique and removed $1,000 from the bottom of the stack of cash before handing the clerk the cash back. The clerk did not recount the money before placing it into the till. Later that day, the cash drawer was found to be short.
UPDATE: The suspect has been identified by SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, as:
Iasmina ROSTAS
WF, b. 03/06/1995
FBI #1LEHALD5X
Has NCIC Warrant under NIC#W373523960/Full Extradition, ORI:CO0620000
Questions/Information: Contact Investigation Specialist Michael Murphy, Retail Business Services, at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to Suffolk County PD case #24-0072081.
WF, b. 03/06/1995
FBI #1LEHALD5X
Has NCIC Warrant under NIC#W373523960/Full Extradition, ORI:CO0620000
Questions/Information: Contact Investigation Specialist Michael Murphy, Retail Business Services, at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to Suffolk County PD case #24-0072081.
01/18/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by El Dorado Co. Sheriff’s Office (CA)
Bunco (Auto Purchase Fraud/” Oil in the Radiator” Scam/Quick Change Scam)—El Dorado County, CA
The victim was selling their vehicle on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist and multiple males showed up. While one distracted the seller, the others poured oil into the radiator water and unplugged cords so that when the vehicle was test driven, the engine smoked, and the check engine light came on. After this happened, the
suspects convinced the seller to sell the vehicle at a greatly reduced price. In addition, the suspects distracted the seller when counting the money, and after they left, the victim discovered that the suspects did not pay the "agreed" upon amount. The above Toyota Sienna with CA/8BTA539 was found on a LPR search in our case form 01/04/2024.
I am aware of cases in Stockton PD on 02/28/2023, Riverside SO on 05/06/2023, San Luis Obispo SO on 06/28/2023, San Diego SO on 07/06/2023, El Dorado SO had two incidents on 07/15/2023, Sacramento SO on 07/17/2023, Corona PD on 09/21/2023,
El Dorado SO on 01/02/2024, 01/04/2024 and 01/09/2024.
The following subjects are believed to participate in this activity.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by El Dorado Co. Sheriff’s Office (CA)
Bunco (Auto Purchase Fraud/” Oil in the Radiator” Scam/Quick Change Scam)—El Dorado County, CA
The victim was selling their vehicle on Facebook Marketplace or Craigslist and multiple males showed up. While one distracted the seller, the others poured oil into the radiator water and unplugged cords so that when the vehicle was test driven, the engine smoked, and the check engine light came on. After this happened, the
suspects convinced the seller to sell the vehicle at a greatly reduced price. In addition, the suspects distracted the seller when counting the money, and after they left, the victim discovered that the suspects did not pay the "agreed" upon amount. The above Toyota Sienna with CA/8BTA539 was found on a LPR search in our case form 01/04/2024.
I am aware of cases in Stockton PD on 02/28/2023, Riverside SO on 05/06/2023, San Luis Obispo SO on 06/28/2023, San Diego SO on 07/06/2023, El Dorado SO had two incidents on 07/15/2023, Sacramento SO on 07/17/2023, Corona PD on 09/21/2023,
El Dorado SO on 01/02/2024, 01/04/2024 and 01/09/2024.
The following subjects are believed to participate in this activity.
Luis Eduardo Alin DUMETRISC
Questions/Information: Contact Analyst Tracy Youngstedt at (530) 957-0454 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-205 and 23-5494.
Questions/Information: Contact Analyst Tracy Youngstedt at (530) 957-0454 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-205 and 23-5494.
01/19/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Scam/Suspects in Custody)—North Brunswick, NJ
On 01/18/2024, North Brunswick PD arrested the suspects seen below for fraud at Walmart. The two were operating a 2021 BMW X7 and were in possession of hundreds of Apple gift cards believed to be fraudulently acquired and used. This agency was contacted by Brown County Sheriff's Dept and were advised that the two individuals were involved with scamming an elderly woman from Wisconsin out of $40k.
***Special attention Manville PD: they were in possession of receipts from Manville Wal-Mart***
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Bunco (Gift Card Scam/Suspects in Custody)—North Brunswick, NJ
On 01/18/2024, North Brunswick PD arrested the suspects seen below for fraud at Walmart. The two were operating a 2021 BMW X7 and were in possession of hundreds of Apple gift cards believed to be fraudulently acquired and used. This agency was contacted by Brown County Sheriff's Dept and were advised that the two individuals were involved with scamming an elderly woman from Wisconsin out of $40k.
***Special attention Manville PD: they were in possession of receipts from Manville Wal-Mart***
Questions/Information: Contact North Brunswick PD Det. Badawy at (732) 247-0922 x343 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24003760
Burglary
01/16/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Glencoe PD (IL)
Burglary (Residential Burglary/SATG/Arrests Made)—Glencoe, IL
Information from Carlsbad, CA was shared regarding three vehicles traveling to the Chicagoland area involved in residential burglaries (CA/9HUC605, CA/8XHP415, and CA/8CPZ818). The grey Audi Q7 above was captured by ALPR in the area around the time of a residential burglary in Lake Forest, IL and Kenilworth, IL. On Sunday, 01/12/2024, we received an ALPR alert for the grey Audi Q7 traveling through town. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver, Christian TAPIA, Romai Julie ARANEDAPOGGE, and Joe Romai ACEVEDO-DONAIRE all presented what was later determined to be fraudulent Peru and Argentina IDs. The three subjects were taken into custody. Pictures of their footwear were shared with Lake Forest and Kenilworth and appear to match those from the scene. A Search Warrant was obtained for the vehicle and a jewelry bag and scarf were found inside. Search Warrants were obtained for the six cell phones they had, pending forensic download. A Berla download is also pending. The three were charged with various felonies and will be transported to Cook County for a detention hearing.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Glencoe PD (IL)
Burglary (Residential Burglary/SATG/Arrests Made)—Glencoe, IL
Information from Carlsbad, CA was shared regarding three vehicles traveling to the Chicagoland area involved in residential burglaries (CA/9HUC605, CA/8XHP415, and CA/8CPZ818). The grey Audi Q7 above was captured by ALPR in the area around the time of a residential burglary in Lake Forest, IL and Kenilworth, IL. On Sunday, 01/12/2024, we received an ALPR alert for the grey Audi Q7 traveling through town. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop. The driver, Christian TAPIA, Romai Julie ARANEDAPOGGE, and Joe Romai ACEVEDO-DONAIRE all presented what was later determined to be fraudulent Peru and Argentina IDs. The three subjects were taken into custody. Pictures of their footwear were shared with Lake Forest and Kenilworth and appear to match those from the scene. A Search Warrant was obtained for the vehicle and a jewelry bag and scarf were found inside. Search Warrants were obtained for the six cell phones they had, pending forensic download. A Berla download is also pending. The three were charged with various felonies and will be transported to Cook County for a detention hearing.
Questions/Information: Contact Glencoe PD Det. McEnerney at (847) 461-1134 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-00626.
01/17/2024
Submitted by Officer Ryan Sebastian, Houston PD (TX), (346) 388-7692, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Tree Trimmer Ruse/Utility Employee Ruse)—Houston, TX
We are working an organized Burglary crew, which was been targeting elderly complainants. Their Modus Operandi is an initial suspect who will pose as a tree trimmer or utility worker, they will knock on the front door and request that the homeowner follow them into the backyard. While the first suspect is distracting the homeowner, one or more additional suspects gain entry into the residence via the front door. The suspects have been active throughout south Texas and have stolen over half a million dollars' worth of jewelry and cash.
Submitted by Officer Ryan Sebastian, Houston PD (TX), (346) 388-7692, [email protected]
Burglary (Distraction Burglary/Tree Trimmer Ruse/Utility Employee Ruse)—Houston, TX
We are working an organized Burglary crew, which was been targeting elderly complainants. Their Modus Operandi is an initial suspect who will pose as a tree trimmer or utility worker, they will knock on the front door and request that the homeowner follow them into the backyard. While the first suspect is distracting the homeowner, one or more additional suspects gain entry into the residence via the front door. The suspects have been active throughout south Texas and have stolen over half a million dollars' worth of jewelry and cash.
Questions/Information: Contact Houston PD Officer Ryan Sebastian.
01/17/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Burglary (Burglaries at Buddhist Temples)—Tampa, FL
The Tampa AOR has seen a recent trend of burglaries at Monasteries/Temples believed to be committed by Romanian subjects. The most recent was 01/13/2024 and one of the suspects looks similar to an incident that occurred on Christmas Eve. The subjects seen below were captured on surveillance video renting the vehicle used during the Christmas Eve incident and the older subject was identified as Marius ROSCA. An alternate name of TUDOR, Lulian Sorin was also located. TUDOR is watch listed as a member of transnational organized crime. ROSCA aka TUDOR was a suspect in a 2021 Tampa PD incident where he and another subject were suspected of stealing checks from churches and cashing them around the country.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Burglary (Burglaries at Buddhist Temples)—Tampa, FL
The Tampa AOR has seen a recent trend of burglaries at Monasteries/Temples believed to be committed by Romanian subjects. The most recent was 01/13/2024 and one of the suspects looks similar to an incident that occurred on Christmas Eve. The subjects seen below were captured on surveillance video renting the vehicle used during the Christmas Eve incident and the older subject was identified as Marius ROSCA. An alternate name of TUDOR, Lulian Sorin was also located. TUDOR is watch listed as a member of transnational organized crime. ROSCA aka TUDOR was a suspect in a 2021 Tampa PD incident where he and another subject were suspected of stealing checks from churches and cashing them around the country.
Questions/Information: Contact Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Cpl. R. Garcia at (813) 247-0600.
Home Repair
01/16/2024
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Home Repair (Irish Traveler Activity)—South Amboy, NJ
Attempting to identify any reports of Irish Traveler type scams that involve the above individuals, vehicle, and/or company. Vehicle is registered to a Michael BROWN (no DOB listed on temporary registration) at 6954 Grand Ave Apt 801, Maspeth, NY.
Submitted by Sgt. Frank Varga, Edison PD (NJ), [email protected]
Home Repair (Irish Traveler Activity)—South Amboy, NJ
Attempting to identify any reports of Irish Traveler type scams that involve the above individuals, vehicle, and/or company. Vehicle is registered to a Michael BROWN (no DOB listed on temporary registration) at 6954 Grand Ave Apt 801, Maspeth, NY.
Vehicle: 2012 Ford F-150 2 door with NJ TEMP/804999T. This vehicle is believed to have had gone through multiple temporary tags, although this was the most recent. There is a NYPD patch sticker on the rear window and an Ozark Home Improvement sign. Patrick Cash also has an Illinois CCH dating back to November 2022.
Questions/Information: Contact South Amboy PD Det. Sgt. Wang at (732) 721-0111 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-000021.
Questions/Information: Contact South Amboy PD Det. Sgt. Wang at (732) 721-0111 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-000021.
01/18/2024
Submitted Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Att. Home Repair Scam/Vandalism)—Milton, MA
Re NABI eLog entry dated 01/09/2024:
I previously submitted a post looking to ID occupants of a truck with Ontario Registration BX43672. On Friday, 01/12/2024, Milton PD developed information that the same suspects are also using a brown GMC Sierra pick-up truck with MA/4AYD67. The sign on the truck reads “Liberty Masonry and Construction.” The individual in the truck, James Ward, 10-31-97, had blank receipts and business cards with the name “Liberty Masonry & Construction.”
Submitted Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Home Repair (Att. Home Repair Scam/Vandalism)—Milton, MA
Re NABI eLog entry dated 01/09/2024:
I previously submitted a post looking to ID occupants of a truck with Ontario Registration BX43672. On Friday, 01/12/2024, Milton PD developed information that the same suspects are also using a brown GMC Sierra pick-up truck with MA/4AYD67. The sign on the truck reads “Liberty Masonry and Construction.” The individual in the truck, James Ward, 10-31-97, had blank receipts and business cards with the name “Liberty Masonry & Construction.”
James Patrick Edward WARD
WM, b. 10/31/1997
Questions/Information: Contact Milton PD Det. Gennes Seaton at (617) 898-4836 or via email to [email protected]
WM, b. 10/31/1997
Questions/Information: Contact Milton PD Det. Gennes Seaton at (617) 898-4836 or via email to [email protected]
Theft
01/15/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspect)—Mechanicsburg, PA
If anybody recognizes this female, please reach out. On 12/18/2023, this female and another female named Maria Roza TOMESCU hit our Ulta store for over $13,000.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspect)—Mechanicsburg, PA
If anybody recognizes this female, please reach out. On 12/18/2023, this female and another female named Maria Roza TOMESCU hit our Ulta store for over $13,000.
A possible ID on the unknown female is Natasa SARDARU, b. 08/25/2006, Romanian national.
Questions/Information: Contact Det. Matthew Walters, Silver Spring Twp. PD (PA), (717) 697-0607 x2013 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Det. Matthew Walters, Silver Spring Twp. PD (PA), (717) 697-0607 x2013 or via email to [email protected]
01/15/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Purse/Access Card Fraud)—Salem, NH
Salem PD (NH) is seeking the identity of the pictured female. She is a suspect in a distraction-style purse theft on 12/17/2023 from TJ Maxx that resulted in the victim’s credit cards being used at Target and Apple.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Purse/Access Card Fraud)—Salem, NH
Salem PD (NH) is seeking the identity of the pictured female. She is a suspect in a distraction-style purse theft on 12/17/2023 from TJ Maxx that resulted in the victim’s credit cards being used at Target and Apple.
ID Needed
Questions/Information: Contact Salem PD Det. Jim Carlin at (603) 893-1911 x2304 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Salem PD Det. Jim Carlin at (603) 893-1911 x2304 or via email to [email protected]
01/15/2024
Submitted by Analyst Chris Neville, Commonwealth Fusion Center (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Wallet/Access Card Fraud/Two Suspects Identified)—Pittsfield, MA
Re NABI eLog entry dated 01/12/2024: Two of the three
Submitted by Analyst Chris Neville, Commonwealth Fusion Center (MA), [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Wallet/Access Card Fraud/Two Suspects Identified)—Pittsfield, MA
Re NABI eLog entry dated 01/12/2024: Two of the three
With the assistance of a contact at HSI/ICE, there is a strong possibility that the unknown female is Liseth Maryorie ROMERO BERROSPI.
Liseth Mayorie ROMERO-BERROSPI
HF, b. 05/03/1992
Questions/Information: Contact Pittsfield PD Officer Anthony Lizotte at (413) 448-9700 x571 or via email to [email protected].
HF, b. 05/03/1992
Questions/Information: Contact Pittsfield PD Officer Anthony Lizotte at (413) 448-9700 x571 or via email to [email protected].
01/16/2024
Submitted by Det. Nick Dispoto, Montvale PD (NJ), (201) 391-5760, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Montvale, NJ
The Wegmans' Loss Prevention team was recently made aware of a shoplifting incident that occurred on 01/07/2024 at about 1840 hours. The camera footage shows them walking from and then to the neighboring parking lot, so no vehicle can yet be identified. The suspects placed numerous items in the carts and simply walked out without paying, causing a loss of at least $500.
Submitted by Det. Nick Dispoto, Montvale PD (NJ), (201) 391-5760, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Montvale, NJ
The Wegmans' Loss Prevention team was recently made aware of a shoplifting incident that occurred on 01/07/2024 at about 1840 hours. The camera footage shows them walking from and then to the neighboring parking lot, so no vehicle can yet be identified. The suspects placed numerous items in the carts and simply walked out without paying, causing a loss of at least $500.
Questions/Information: Contact Montvale PD Det. Sgt. E. Robalino at (201) 391-5760 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-01180.
01/16/2024
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, (212) 687-0328, [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Fort Myers, FL
The suspects seen below stole $50,000 in Rolex watches and gold bracelets.
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, (212) 687-0328, [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Fort Myers, FL
The suspects seen below stole $50,000 in Rolex watches and gold bracelets.
Questions/Information: Contact Scott Guginsky at the Jewelers Security Alliance.
01/18/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Theft Suspects/ID Verification Needed)—St. George, Utah
The two males seen below have recently been identified in "quick-change" crimes at Walmart. Not sure about the legitimacy of the IDs at this point, but they are both still outstanding at this time. The males were in Southern Utah on 01/13/2024.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Theft Suspects/ID Verification Needed)—St. George, Utah
The two males seen below have recently been identified in "quick-change" crimes at Walmart. Not sure about the legitimacy of the IDs at this point, but they are both still outstanding at this time. The males were in Southern Utah on 01/13/2024.
Questions/Information: Contact St. George PD Det. Wyatt Lubbers at (435) 627-4372.
01/18/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Crime/Booster Skirt Used)—Tigard, OR
A female and male team walked around blocking view and distracting employees while the female quickly loaded up her skirt with makeup from Ulta, valued at $1,200. Suspects left in a maroon Toyota Sienna van with CA/9DFN473, registered to Vanda SZABO in Anaheim, CA. The vehicle appears to have hit a Vigilant ALPR camera on 01/06/2024 in Red Bluff (CA) the day before this incident.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Crime/Booster Skirt Used)—Tigard, OR
A female and male team walked around blocking view and distracting employees while the female quickly loaded up her skirt with makeup from Ulta, valued at $1,200. Suspects left in a maroon Toyota Sienna van with CA/9DFN473, registered to Vanda SZABO in Anaheim, CA. The vehicle appears to have hit a Vigilant ALPR camera on 01/06/2024 in Red Bluff (CA) the day before this incident.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2 CA/9DFN473
UPDATE: The suspects have been identified as Laura POENARU, b. 06/18/1996, and her husband, Alfred Florin MICLESCU, b. 05/08/1990.
Questions/Information: Contact Tigard PD Analyst Gayla Christopher at (503) 718-2746 or via email to [email protected]/police. Refer to case #24-0000441.
UPDATE: The suspects have been identified as Laura POENARU, b. 06/18/1996, and her husband, Alfred Florin MICLESCU, b. 05/08/1990.
Questions/Information: Contact Tigard PD Analyst Gayla Christopher at (503) 718-2746 or via email to [email protected]/police. Refer to case #24-0000441.
01/18/2024
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, (212) 687-0328, [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Watches)—St. George, UT
A distraction theft of two watches worth a total of $12,000 occurred. Three suspects entered a business and paid $200 as a deposit on two watches. They asked for the watches to be gift wrapped and kept safe and not for sale. While the employee was distracted obtaining the wrapping, the suspects took the watches from the boxes. They then helped wrap the empty boxes and left. The boxes sat in a safe wrapped for more than a month before the store owner unwrapped them and found the watches were missing. I believe the woman in red/black may be Onita ROSTAS and the male in yellow/blue may be Vasile SAVA
Submitted by Scott Guginsky, VP-Jewelers Security Alliance, (212) 687-0328, [email protected]
Theft (Distraction Theft of Watches)—St. George, UT
A distraction theft of two watches worth a total of $12,000 occurred. Three suspects entered a business and paid $200 as a deposit on two watches. They asked for the watches to be gift wrapped and kept safe and not for sale. While the employee was distracted obtaining the wrapping, the suspects took the watches from the boxes. They then helped wrap the empty boxes and left. The boxes sat in a safe wrapped for more than a month before the store owner unwrapped them and found the watches were missing. I believe the woman in red/black may be Onita ROSTAS and the male in yellow/blue may be Vasile SAVA
UPDATE: Information from Martin Winckel, Warndienst (Germany), [email protected]: The identification is correct. The woman is Onita ROSTAS, the male is Vasile ROSTAS (blue/yellow vest).
Questions/Information: Contact St. George PD Det. Scott Cleveland at (435) 627-4317. Refer to case #23P033650.
01/19/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Huntington Beach PD, CA
On 01/08/2024, the suspects entered Otten Vallot & Company, 15131 Triton Ln #117. The male suspect distracted the business owner while the female suspect concealed about $30,000 in jewelry on her person. The business owner discovered the loss after the suspects left the business.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Huntington Beach PD, CA
On 01/08/2024, the suspects entered Otten Vallot & Company, 15131 Triton Ln #117. The male suspect distracted the business owner while the female suspect concealed about $30,000 in jewelry on her person. The business owner discovered the loss after the suspects left the business.
Questions/Information: Contact Huntington Beach PD CSO Cozad at (714) 536-5946 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-000307.
01/19/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Huntington Beach PD, CA
On 12/16/2023 at 1500 hours, suspects entered Absolutely Fabulous, 6026 Warner Ave. Three suspects worked in concert and stole approximately $1,200 in merchandise. Suspects 1 and 2 concealed the merchandise in their skirts.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Distraction Theft of Jewelry/LTI Suspects)—Huntington Beach PD, CA
On 12/16/2023 at 1500 hours, suspects entered Absolutely Fabulous, 6026 Warner Ave. Three suspects worked in concert and stole approximately $1,200 in merchandise. Suspects 1 and 2 concealed the merchandise in their skirts.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2 Suspect 3
Questions/Information: Contact Huntington Beach PD CSO Cozad at (714) 536-5946 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-015206.
Questions/Information: Contact Huntington Beach PD CSO Cozad at (714) 536-5946 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-015206.
01/19/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Bensalem, PA
On Sunday, 01/14/2024 at 1955 hours, the depicted females fled from Kohl’s after stealing fragrances valued at $330. The females fled in a silver Ford Edge.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Bensalem, PA
On Sunday, 01/14/2024 at 1955 hours, the depicted females fled from Kohl’s after stealing fragrances valued at $330. The females fled in a silver Ford Edge.
Questions/Information: Contact Bensalem PD Det. Shawn Smith at (215) 633-3687 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-01396.
Intel
01/16/2024
Submitted by Det. Matt Ricci, Irvine PD (CA), (949) 724-7199 or via email to [email protected]
Intel (New Arrests)—Irvine, CA
The following arrests were made:
Submitted by Det. Matt Ricci, Irvine PD (CA), (949) 724-7199 or via email to [email protected]
Intel (New Arrests)—Irvine, CA
The following arrests were made:
Ionut CALCIU
WM, b. 06/18/1993 2020 W. Alameda Ave #19G, Anaheim, CA (951) 283-8558 Vehicle: Black 2022 Ford F-150 with CA/83285N3 Arrested on Active Warrant |
Christian Gabriel MARE
WM, b. unavailable 8111 Stanford, Space 157, Garden Grove, CA Vehicle: VW Atlas with CA/9FXF428 Arrested & released for ID Theft & Skimming Equipment |
Florian SERBAN
WM, b. 09/10/1973 CA DL#W2092781 Vehicle: Black 2021 Ford Explorer with CA/8YOK741 Arrested for Skimming Activity |
Sorena ROLEA
WF, b. 04/18/1998
Arrested for Skimming Activity
Questions/Information: Contact Irvine PD Det. Matt Ricci.
WF, b. 04/18/1998
Arrested for Skimming Activity
Questions/Information: Contact Irvine PD Det. Matt Ricci.
01/29/2024 eLog
ATM Crimes
01/22/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351623
ATM Crimes (POS Skimming/LTI Suspects)—Grand Island, NE
The two suspects placed a skimming device on a Walmart self-checkout register on 01/11/2024. On 01/18/2024, Walmart employees noticed a symbol on the skimmer that Walmart does not use.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351623
ATM Crimes (POS Skimming/LTI Suspects)—Grand Island, NE
The two suspects placed a skimming device on a Walmart self-checkout register on 01/11/2024. On 01/18/2024, Walmart employees noticed a symbol on the skimmer that Walmart does not use.
Questions/Information: Contact Grand Island PD Det. Justin Roehrich at (308) 385-5400 x2265 or via email to [email protected]
01/23/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
ATM Crimes (Grand Theft/Jackpotting Device/LTI Suspects)—Burbank, CA
Burbank PD is seeking assistance in identifying a crew of suspects who used a jackpotting device to take $10,000.00 from an ATM in Burbank. They hit 15 ATMs in SoCal and specifically target Mobile Money ATMs. I was unable to ID any of the suspects using the LA County database. I am hoping either HSI or another department may be able to assist in making an identification from these photos since the quality is good. The suspect vehicle was a grey Toyota Tacoma with B/O Texas plates.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
ATM Crimes (Grand Theft/Jackpotting Device/LTI Suspects)—Burbank, CA
Burbank PD is seeking assistance in identifying a crew of suspects who used a jackpotting device to take $10,000.00 from an ATM in Burbank. They hit 15 ATMs in SoCal and specifically target Mobile Money ATMs. I was unable to ID any of the suspects using the LA County database. I am hoping either HSI or another department may be able to assist in making an identification from these photos since the quality is good. The suspect vehicle was a grey Toyota Tacoma with B/O Texas plates.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2 Suspect 3 Suspect 4
Questions/Information: Contact Burbank PD Det. E. Arias at (818) 238-3256 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Burbank PD Det. E. Arias at (818) 238-3256 or via email to [email protected]
01/23/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Emeryville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/One Suspect ID Made/LTI Male Suspect)—Emeryville, CA
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Emeryville PD (CA)
ATM Crimes (ATM Skimming/One Suspect ID Made/LTI Male Suspect)—Emeryville, CA
Questions/Information: Contact Emeryville PD Det. A. Raine at (510) 596-3700 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2308-0358.
Bunco
01/22/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351659
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Beaverton, OR
The female in the photo below is a suspect in a quick-change scam that occurred on 01/17/2024. The loss to the merchant was $2,415.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351659
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Beaverton, OR
The female in the photo below is a suspect in a quick-change scam that occurred on 01/17/2024. The loss to the merchant was $2,415.
Update: On 01/22/2024, SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, identified the suspect via facial recognition as seen below.
Maria Diana SANDU
WF, b. 05/12/2000
FBI #J3J6A75KW
Questions/Information: Contact Beaverton PD Det. Sean Connor at (503) 350-4074 or via email to [email protected]
WF, b. 05/12/2000
FBI #J3J6A75KW
Questions/Information: Contact Beaverton PD Det. Sean Connor at (503) 350-4074 or via email to [email protected]
01/22/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress Scam)—Duxbury, MA
On 01/05/2024, an elderly Duxbury resident was the victim of a “Grandparent scam” where the victim fell for a call which claimed that his grandson was arrested in Wisconsin and $9,800 was needed to release him from custody. The caller identified himself as “Adam WEISS,” claimed to be the legal representative for the grandson. Caller ID showed the originating number as 1-(800) 917-9740 which is coming back as “disconnected”. Later that day, a white Nissan SUV (a Rogue) pulled into the apartment complex where the victim handed off a cash envelope. The operator of the Nissan SUV is a dark-skinned male who never exited the vehicle during the encounter. The plate on the vehicle appears to be from out of state.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Family Member in Distress Scam)—Duxbury, MA
On 01/05/2024, an elderly Duxbury resident was the victim of a “Grandparent scam” where the victim fell for a call which claimed that his grandson was arrested in Wisconsin and $9,800 was needed to release him from custody. The caller identified himself as “Adam WEISS,” claimed to be the legal representative for the grandson. Caller ID showed the originating number as 1-(800) 917-9740 which is coming back as “disconnected”. Later that day, a white Nissan SUV (a Rogue) pulled into the apartment complex where the victim handed off a cash envelope. The operator of the Nissan SUV is a dark-skinned male who never exited the vehicle during the encounter. The plate on the vehicle appears to be from out of state.
Questions/Information: Contact Duxbury PD Det. Jonathan Mann at (781) 934-5656 x1124 or via email to [email protected]
01/22/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Geek Squad Scam/LTI Suspects)—Barnstable, MA
On January 12, 2023, an elderly female that resides in the Town of Barnstable fell victim to the Best Buy “Geek Squad” scam. The scammers convinced the victim that she owed Geek Squad $47,000. The victim proceeded to pay two individuals, seen below, $47,000 cash during two separate occasions. The two individuals came to the housing complex where the victim lives, where she provided them with the cash.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Geek Squad Scam/LTI Suspects)—Barnstable, MA
On January 12, 2023, an elderly female that resides in the Town of Barnstable fell victim to the Best Buy “Geek Squad” scam. The scammers convinced the victim that she owed Geek Squad $47,000. The victim proceeded to pay two individuals, seen below, $47,000 cash during two separate occasions. The two individuals came to the housing complex where the victim lives, where she provided them with the cash.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Barnstable PD Officer Liam Loiselle at (508) 775-0387 or via email to [email protected]
Questions/Information: Contact Barnstable PD Officer Liam Loiselle at (508) 775-0387 or via email to [email protected]
01/22/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Lowell, MA
Lowell PD is looking to identify the two female suspects relative to a flim flam / sleight of hand scam that occurred at a CVS on 01/21/2024. One of the subjects presented a Minnesota identification card in the name of "Shelly Zare." The scam involved purchasing MoneyGrams and gift cards. The suspects handed the clerk the money for the purchases, but before the clerk placed the money in the register, the suspects asked for it back so they could "recount it." After recounting it, the suspects handed the clerk back significantly less money. CVS suffered a loss of $6,891.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Lowell, MA
Lowell PD is looking to identify the two female suspects relative to a flim flam / sleight of hand scam that occurred at a CVS on 01/21/2024. One of the subjects presented a Minnesota identification card in the name of "Shelly Zare." The scam involved purchasing MoneyGrams and gift cards. The suspects handed the clerk the money for the purchases, but before the clerk placed the money in the register, the suspects asked for it back so they could "recount it." After recounting it, the suspects handed the clerk back significantly less money. CVS suffered a loss of $6,891.
Questions/Information: Contact Lowell PD Det. Joseph Borodawka at (978) 674-1862 or via email to [email protected]
01/24/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Hercules PD (CA)
Bunco (Pigeon Drop Scam/LTI Suspect)—Hercules, CA
On 01/12/2024 at 1542 hours, officers were dispatched to Lucky Market. The caller said she was a victim of a scam and had $25,000 stolen from her. She stated she met a female "Amine KETUBE" in San Pablo at the Grocery Outlet who told the victim she had $200,000 from a dead relative that she needed to donate to different churches per his will. She then told the victim she would give her the money to hold onto, but she needed to know it would be safe. The suspect convinced the victim to go home and get cash to prove to the suspect that she could be trusted with more cash. The victim left the suspect at McDonalds, went home, got $25,000 in cash, and came back to McDonalds where she met with the suspect again. The victim gave the suspect the money to show that it was real, and she could be trusted. The female suspect wrapped a handkerchief around the money and then prayed over it. The suspect switched the handkerchief with the money with a similar handkerchief with fake money and gave that to the victim. The suspect then exited the victim’s vehicle and got into a dark Chevy 4-door vehicle with another male that had been following them and left the area.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Hercules PD (CA)
Bunco (Pigeon Drop Scam/LTI Suspect)—Hercules, CA
On 01/12/2024 at 1542 hours, officers were dispatched to Lucky Market. The caller said she was a victim of a scam and had $25,000 stolen from her. She stated she met a female "Amine KETUBE" in San Pablo at the Grocery Outlet who told the victim she had $200,000 from a dead relative that she needed to donate to different churches per his will. She then told the victim she would give her the money to hold onto, but she needed to know it would be safe. The suspect convinced the victim to go home and get cash to prove to the suspect that she could be trusted with more cash. The victim left the suspect at McDonalds, went home, got $25,000 in cash, and came back to McDonalds where she met with the suspect again. The victim gave the suspect the money to show that it was real, and she could be trusted. The female suspect wrapped a handkerchief around the money and then prayed over it. The suspect switched the handkerchief with the money with a similar handkerchief with fake money and gave that to the victim. The suspect then exited the victim’s vehicle and got into a dark Chevy 4-door vehicle with another male that had been following them and left the area.
Questions/Information: Contact Hercules PD Officer G. Sanchez at (510) 799-8273. Refer to case #H24-00036
01/24/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Brookfield, WI
On 01/23/2024 at 6:39pm, a female came to the register at Old Navy with $1,006.45 worth of merchandise. The female counted out $1,000 in ten stacks of $20 bills. The female picked up the stacks of cash and combined them into one. When the female went to hand the stack back to the cashier, she kept approximately $600 and only gave the cashier $400. The female left the store with all $1,006.45 worth of merchandise. According to Old Navy Loss Prevention, the same female has been reported doing this in Minnesota.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBISATG List Serve
Bunco (Quick Change Scam/LTI Suspect)—Brookfield, WI
On 01/23/2024 at 6:39pm, a female came to the register at Old Navy with $1,006.45 worth of merchandise. The female counted out $1,000 in ten stacks of $20 bills. The female picked up the stacks of cash and combined them into one. When the female went to hand the stack back to the cashier, she kept approximately $600 and only gave the cashier $400. The female left the store with all $1,006.45 worth of merchandise. According to Old Navy Loss Prevention, the same female has been reported doing this in Minnesota.
Questions/Information: Contact Brookfield PD Officer Schulz at (262) 787-3702.
01/26/2024
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist-Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-change Scam/LTI Suspects)—Stratford, CT
On 01/05/2024 at about 7:45pm, the female seen below (dressed in all black) conducted a quick-change scam during the purchase of money orders in Stop and Shop #639. The suspect used sleight of hand to remove $2,000 from the payment causing a shortage at the register. The suspect was with the second female pictured below (white shirt) who split up with the suspect when they entered the store.
Submitted by Gregory Dinneen, Asset Protection Investigations Specialist-Retail Business Services, (781) 724-8930, [email protected]
Bunco (Quick-change Scam/LTI Suspects)—Stratford, CT
On 01/05/2024 at about 7:45pm, the female seen below (dressed in all black) conducted a quick-change scam during the purchase of money orders in Stop and Shop #639. The suspect used sleight of hand to remove $2,000 from the payment causing a shortage at the register. The suspect was with the second female pictured below (white shirt) who split up with the suspect when they entered the store.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Editor’s Note: See eLog entry dated 01/22/2024. Same suspect did a quick-change in Lowell, MA.
Questions/Information: Contact Retail Business Services Investigations Specialist Michael Murphy at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected].
Editor’s Note: See eLog entry dated 01/22/2024. Same suspect did a quick-change in Lowell, MA.
Questions/Information: Contact Retail Business Services Investigations Specialist Michael Murphy at (631) 637-6251 or via email to [email protected].
Burglary
01/23/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Union City PD (CA)
Burglary (Residential Burglary-Forced Entry/LTI Suspects)—Union City, CA
A residential burglary occurred in broad daylight on 08/14/2023. The take was jewelry. Entry was made with some kind of long prybar/screwdriver through a side door. These women were associated to a tan/champagne colored van with CA/9AHH685. The registration comes back to Pick N Pull (Salvage Yard) from Fairfield, CA. Video footage captured a male subject as a lookout, but the image is grainy. Associated addresses to this van are 1716 Sutter St, and 171 Elna Dr in Vallejo, CA. Some names are Petrov IVANOV, Ionut FIERARU, Liliana CHICIU, and Nadia RASOULPOUR. Please check local systems for any information about this vehicle or these names.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Union City PD (CA)
Burglary (Residential Burglary-Forced Entry/LTI Suspects)—Union City, CA
A residential burglary occurred in broad daylight on 08/14/2023. The take was jewelry. Entry was made with some kind of long prybar/screwdriver through a side door. These women were associated to a tan/champagne colored van with CA/9AHH685. The registration comes back to Pick N Pull (Salvage Yard) from Fairfield, CA. Video footage captured a male subject as a lookout, but the image is grainy. Associated addresses to this van are 1716 Sutter St, and 171 Elna Dr in Vallejo, CA. Some names are Petrov IVANOV, Ionut FIERARU, Liliana CHICIU, and Nadia RASOULPOUR. Please check local systems for any information about this vehicle or these names.
Questions/Information: Contact Union City PD Det. Andrew Smith at (510) 458-3310 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #230814021
Theft
THEFT
01/22/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Prince Frederick, MD
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a theft that occurred at the Weis Markets store located at 750 Prince Frederick Blvd. The theft occurred on Friday, 10/20/2023. The pictured females entered the business and began placing Olay-brand beauty products into the pockets of their clothing. The suspects were seen leaving the premises in a silver older-model Toyota Sienna minivan with unknown Virginia registration plates. The complainant stated the three suspects have committed similar crimes at other Weis Markets in the region.
01/22/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Prince Frederick, MD
The Calvert County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating a theft that occurred at the Weis Markets store located at 750 Prince Frederick Blvd. The theft occurred on Friday, 10/20/2023. The pictured females entered the business and began placing Olay-brand beauty products into the pockets of their clothing. The suspects were seen leaving the premises in a silver older-model Toyota Sienna minivan with unknown Virginia registration plates. The complainant stated the three suspects have committed similar crimes at other Weis Markets in the region.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2 Suspect 3
UPDATE: On 01/22/2024, SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, identified suspect 3 as seen below.
UPDATE: On 01/22/2024, SA Robert Dziadik, US CBP/HIS, identified suspect 3 as seen below.
Denisa BAMBALOI
WF, b. 05/20/1991
FBI #889618FD2
Questions/Information: Contact Calvert County Sheriff’s Dep. Zachary Gadwill at [email protected]. Refer to case #23-74659
WF, b. 05/20/1991
FBI #889618FD2
Questions/Information: Contact Calvert County Sheriff’s Dep. Zachary Gadwill at [email protected]. Refer to case #23-74659
01/22/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Cellular Phone/LTI Suspect)—Frisco, TX
On 01/06/2024 at 1920 hours, suspect entered the Spectrum Mobile store and was seen stealing an Apple iPhone 15 Pro display device from the table.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Theft of Cellular Phone/LTI Suspect)—Frisco, TX
On 01/06/2024 at 1920 hours, suspect entered the Spectrum Mobile store and was seen stealing an Apple iPhone 15 Pro display device from the table.
Questions/Information: Contact Bryant Ohm, Charter Communications Spectrum, at (323) 440-0452 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to Frisco PD case #24002483.
01/22/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Att. Theft of Personal Care Products/LTI Suspects)—Oakton, VA
On 01/21/2024 at 1804 hours, two suspects entered the CVS at 2912 Chain Bridge Rd. The female selected Dove brand personal care products. A store employee confronted the female suspect who put the items back on the shelf. The two suspects then left the store and may have gotten into a newer model Honda Pilot. There was no loss of product in this case.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Att. Theft of Personal Care Products/LTI Suspects)—Oakton, VA
On 01/21/2024 at 1804 hours, two suspects entered the CVS at 2912 Chain Bridge Rd. The female selected Dove brand personal care products. A store employee confronted the female suspect who put the items back on the shelf. The two suspects then left the store and may have gotten into a newer model Honda Pilot. There was no loss of product in this case.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Officer John Goodspeed at (703) 591-0966 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2024-0210176
Questions/Information: Contact Fairfax County PD Officer John Goodspeed at (703) 591-0966 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #2024-0210176
01/22/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Use of Booster Skirt)—Tigard, OR
On 01/19/2024, Isabella MICLESCU was arrested after concealment in skirt of $2,122 of jewelry and clothing from Macy’s at WASQ Mall. She had no identification with her and stated she did not know for sure what her last name was because her husband had burned her identification. She stated she was born in Romania and had been in the United States for 1yr. There were two other females’ shopping with her also wearing long black skirts. Both of those females promptly left mall property when LP approached them.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/Use of Booster Skirt)—Tigard, OR
On 01/19/2024, Isabella MICLESCU was arrested after concealment in skirt of $2,122 of jewelry and clothing from Macy’s at WASQ Mall. She had no identification with her and stated she did not know for sure what her last name was because her husband had burned her identification. She stated she was born in Romania and had been in the United States for 1yr. There were two other females’ shopping with her also wearing long black skirts. Both of those females promptly left mall property when LP approached them.
Isabella MICLESCU
WF, b. 06/02/1995
AKA Isabela BADEA (b. 06/12/1995)
OR SID#27233263
FBI #TAWXF65K4
(714) 249-8872
Questions/Information: Contact Tigard PD Analyst Gayla Christopher at (503) 718-2746 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-0001097.
WF, b. 06/02/1995
AKA Isabela BADEA (b. 06/12/1995)
OR SID#27233263
FBI #TAWXF65K4
(714) 249-8872
Questions/Information: Contact Tigard PD Analyst Gayla Christopher at (503) 718-2746 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-0001097.
01/23/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police, (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Carlyle, Chantilly & Dulles, VA
The two suspects seen below are targeting stores in northern Virginia for Neutrogena, Olay, CeraVe and L’Oreal skincare products. They grab paper bags from the self-checkout area on their way into the store and then conceal merchandise in the bags. The suspects came into the stores on 01/17/2024 and 01/18/2024 between 1800-1900 hours.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police, (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Carlyle, Chantilly & Dulles, VA
The two suspects seen below are targeting stores in northern Virginia for Neutrogena, Olay, CeraVe and L’Oreal skincare products. They grab paper bags from the self-checkout area on their way into the store and then conceal merchandise in the bags. The suspects came into the stores on 01/17/2024 and 01/18/2024 between 1800-1900 hours.
Questions/Information: Contact Wegman’s Regional Asset Protection Director Alisha Le at (585) 354-5260 or via email to [email protected]
01/23/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Theft from Gym Locker/Att. Credit Card Fraud)—Costa Mesa, CA
Adrian DRAGAN was arrested on 01/21/2024 in Costa Mesa, CA after attempting to use a credit card stolen from a gym. Dragan bonded out of custody on 01/22/2024.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Theft from Gym Locker/Att. Credit Card Fraud)—Costa Mesa, CA
Adrian DRAGAN was arrested on 01/21/2024 in Costa Mesa, CA after attempting to use a credit card stolen from a gym. Dragan bonded out of custody on 01/22/2024.
Adrian DRAGAN
WM, b. 08/02/1973
Questions/Information: Contact Costa Mesa PD at (714) 754-5280
WM, b. 08/02/1973
Questions/Information: Contact Costa Mesa PD at (714) 754-5280
01/23/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Trafficking Stolen Property)—Seattle, WA
The two suspected Romani stolen merchandise traffickers sold bulk quantities of stolen Lululemon clothing, valued at over $140,000, to an unauthorized Washington-based Lululemon reseller. Most of the clothing was stolen from stores in the Eastern US. The two individuals were believed to be working in concert with one another and had cold contacted the reseller at her publicly displayed phone number on her Amazon seller account where she advertised the sale of Lululemon merchandise. The shipments of the stolen lululemon merchandise were believed to have originated out of southern California and Ohio. It is currently unknown where these two are currently operating out of.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Trafficking Stolen Property)—Seattle, WA
The two suspected Romani stolen merchandise traffickers sold bulk quantities of stolen Lululemon clothing, valued at over $140,000, to an unauthorized Washington-based Lululemon reseller. Most of the clothing was stolen from stores in the Eastern US. The two individuals were believed to be working in concert with one another and had cold contacted the reseller at her publicly displayed phone number on her Amazon seller account where she advertised the sale of Lululemon merchandise. The shipments of the stolen lululemon merchandise were believed to have originated out of southern California and Ohio. It is currently unknown where these two are currently operating out of.
Questions/Information: Contact Seattle PD Det. Chris Myers at (206) 684-8770 or via email to [email protected]
01/23/2024
Submitted by Det. Nick Dispoto, Montvale PD (NJ), (201) 391-5760 x2, [email protected]
Theft (Theft from Gym/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Montvale, NJ
On 11/11/2023 @ 0809 hours, a male entered our Life Time Fitness using a fake membership in the name of Samuel POMPELLIA, which was created 2 months ago but never paid for. He stole a duffle bag containing my victim's wallet and vehicle keys. He then used the victim's credit card at CVS to purchase a $400 gift card. The suspect’s vehicle was a grey Dodge Durango with FL/73BKGK, an AVIS rental.
Submitted by Det. Nick Dispoto, Montvale PD (NJ), (201) 391-5760 x2, [email protected]
Theft (Theft from Gym/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Montvale, NJ
On 11/11/2023 @ 0809 hours, a male entered our Life Time Fitness using a fake membership in the name of Samuel POMPELLIA, which was created 2 months ago but never paid for. He stole a duffle bag containing my victim's wallet and vehicle keys. He then used the victim's credit card at CVS to purchase a $400 gift card. The suspect’s vehicle was a grey Dodge Durango with FL/73BKGK, an AVIS rental.
Questions/Information: Contact Montvale PD Det. Nick Dispoto at (201) 391-5760 x2 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #23-20716.
01/24/2024
Submitted by Det. Andrew Makarewicz (Ret), Toronto PD (Canada), [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Niagara Falls, Canada
On 01/09/2024, officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service received a report of a theft that occurred at the Niagara Falls Duty Free located at 5726 Falls Avenue in Niagara Falls. The theft occurred on 01/05/2024, between 5:59 p.m. and 6:06 p.m. A male and a female suspect entered the store on foot and proceeded to steal items from the store. The male suspect and the female suspect left on foot and were last seen walking toward Clifton Hill. Total loss exceeds $7,000.
Submitted by Det. Andrew Makarewicz (Ret), Toronto PD (Canada), [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Niagara Falls, Canada
On 01/09/2024, officers with the Niagara Regional Police Service received a report of a theft that occurred at the Niagara Falls Duty Free located at 5726 Falls Avenue in Niagara Falls. The theft occurred on 01/05/2024, between 5:59 p.m. and 6:06 p.m. A male and a female suspect entered the store on foot and proceeded to steal items from the store. The male suspect and the female suspect left on foot and were last seen walking toward Clifton Hill. Total loss exceeds $7,000.
Questions/Information: Contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at (905) 688-4111 x1009730.
01/25/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Charlotte, NC
On 01/24/2024, a suspect stole credit cards and cash from two locked gym lockers at Lifetime Fitness in Charlotte. The suspect entered the lockers with the use of a screwdriver. Credit cards were used at Best Buy to purchase a MacBook and gift cards. A to go order was also placed at Chilis Restaurant with a $100 tip on a $50 purchase.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: FBIROC List Serve
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Charlotte, NC
On 01/24/2024, a suspect stole credit cards and cash from two locked gym lockers at Lifetime Fitness in Charlotte. The suspect entered the lockers with the use of a screwdriver. Credit cards were used at Best Buy to purchase a MacBook and gift cards. A to go order was also placed at Chilis Restaurant with a $100 tip on a $50 purchase.
Suspect ID Needed
Questions/Information: Contact Charlotte Mecklenburg PD Officer Jason Cosma at (704) 336-3014 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case#20240124-2022-00.
Questions/Information: Contact Charlotte Mecklenburg PD Officer Jason Cosma at (704) 336-3014 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case#20240124-2022-00.
01/25/2024
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Bear, DE
On 01/18/2024 at 1707 hours, the suspects were at Giant Food Store#385 in Bear, DE. The suspects took a large amount of Olay, Loreal, and Neutrogena products. The items were initially placed in the cart and subsequently concealed. The suspects left the store without paying for the items. A police report was filed with DE State PD.
Submitted by Analyst Christine Fratelli, Harrisburg Bureau of Police (PA), (717) 255-6484, [email protected]
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Bear, DE
On 01/18/2024 at 1707 hours, the suspects were at Giant Food Store#385 in Bear, DE. The suspects took a large amount of Olay, Loreal, and Neutrogena products. The items were initially placed in the cart and subsequently concealed. The suspects left the store without paying for the items. A police report was filed with DE State PD.
Questions/Information: Contact Investigator Dave Fones at (717) 960-1952 or via email to [email protected]
01/26/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351743
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Boca Raton, FL
The victim's credit cards were stolen out of his wallet while locked in his gym locker at the West Boca Raton YMCA on 11/27/2023. At approximately 1800 hours, the victim started receiving alerts from his bank for fraudulent charges at Kays Jewelers and Mayors Jewelry at Boca Town Center Mall (6000 W Glades Rd) for a luxury watch and gold necklace. The Kays salesperson recognized the male suspect's accent as Eastern European and the M.O. fits the Romanian gym locker thefts with subsequent high-end jewelry fraud purchases pattern conducted for the past several years.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog editor, Source: CrimeDex Alert #351743
Theft (Gym Locker Theft/Credit Card Fraud/LTI Suspect)—Boca Raton, FL
The victim's credit cards were stolen out of his wallet while locked in his gym locker at the West Boca Raton YMCA on 11/27/2023. At approximately 1800 hours, the victim started receiving alerts from his bank for fraudulent charges at Kays Jewelers and Mayors Jewelry at Boca Town Center Mall (6000 W Glades Rd) for a luxury watch and gold necklace. The Kays salesperson recognized the male suspect's accent as Eastern European and the M.O. fits the Romanian gym locker thefts with subsequent high-end jewelry fraud purchases pattern conducted for the past several years.
Questions/Information: Contact Boca Raton PD Det. K. Alsup at (561) 620-6139 or via email to [email protected]
01/26/2024
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Montvale PD (NJ)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Montvale, NJ
On 01/25/2024, the suspects seen below entered our Wegmans and shoplifted multiple items. They were operating a white Mercedes Benz GL-350 with CA/9COW507.
Submitted by Greg Ovanessian, NABI eLog Editor, Source: APBnet Bulletin issued by Montvale PD (NJ)
Theft (Organized Retail Theft/LTI Suspects)—Montvale, NJ
On 01/25/2024, the suspects seen below entered our Wegmans and shoplifted multiple items. They were operating a white Mercedes Benz GL-350 with CA/9COW507.
Suspect 1 Suspect 2 Suspects 3 and 4 CA/9COW507
Questions/Information: Contact Montvale PD Det. Nicholas Dispoto at (201) 391-5760 x 2 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-01982
Questions/Information: Contact Montvale PD Det. Nicholas Dispoto at (201) 391-5760 x 2 or via email to [email protected]. Refer to case #24-01982
Intel
01/22/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret.), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (Credit Card Fraud)—Waltham, MA
On 01/18/2024, Waltham PD took a report from a local auto body shop regarding a stolen credit card being used to pay for vehicle repairs. On 11/03/2023, a male who identified himself as Miley MALONEY brought in a gray 2024 Land Rover Defender with MA/4SMJ97 to receive a quote for repairs for front end damage. The vehicle is registered to the Dedham Post Office, 611 High St. The vehicle was then dropped off on 11/29/2023 for repairs. On 12/06/2023, two males came to pick up the vehicle with a bill for $2,854.72. They first wanted to use a wire transfer, and then produced one credit card but it would only allow $1,000 charge. The males then produced a picture of a credit card on his phone to pay the remaining $1854.72 balance. On 12/28/2023, the credit card was reported as stolen.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret.), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (Credit Card Fraud)—Waltham, MA
On 01/18/2024, Waltham PD took a report from a local auto body shop regarding a stolen credit card being used to pay for vehicle repairs. On 11/03/2023, a male who identified himself as Miley MALONEY brought in a gray 2024 Land Rover Defender with MA/4SMJ97 to receive a quote for repairs for front end damage. The vehicle is registered to the Dedham Post Office, 611 High St. The vehicle was then dropped off on 11/29/2023 for repairs. On 12/06/2023, two males came to pick up the vehicle with a bill for $2,854.72. They first wanted to use a wire transfer, and then produced one credit card but it would only allow $1,000 charge. The males then produced a picture of a credit card on his phone to pay the remaining $1854.72 balance. On 12/28/2023, the credit card was reported as stolen.
“Miley MALONEY” (b. 09/21/2002)
The two males that picked up the vehicle were James HIGGINS and Thomas HIGGINS. HSI noted that Thomas Higgins flew to Spain last week after wiring over $1 million to Ireland. I have attached the September photographs and IDs I have for those parties as well as the vehicle they were operating during the stop. James is still in the Boston area, he also has a predominant tattoo on his inner right forearm of cursive writing and the name "Savannah" (his wife.)
The two males that picked up the vehicle were James HIGGINS and Thomas HIGGINS. HSI noted that Thomas Higgins flew to Spain last week after wiring over $1 million to Ireland. I have attached the September photographs and IDs I have for those parties as well as the vehicle they were operating during the stop. James is still in the Boston area, he also has a predominant tattoo on his inner right forearm of cursive writing and the name "Savannah" (his wife.)
Questions/Information: Contact Waltham PD Det. Christopher Bastarache at (781) 314-3557 or via email to [email protected]
01/22/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (Unlicensed Driver/Property for Safekeeping)—Quincy, MA
On 01/20/2024, Quincy PD pulled over MA/3YTW25, a black 2024 Land Rover Defender. The operator was identified as Michael McINERNEY (MA Learner's Permit #SA3131884). The passenger and R/O of the vehicle, Crystal (Crystel) O'REILLY also could not produce a valid driver's license. The vehicle was towed and upon conducting an inventory, a bag containing $70,000 USD, two rose gold Rolex watches and various class rings (1994 Texas A&M, 1974 Female's West Point, 1969 Woonsocket High Ring, 1962 Piedmont High Class ring) were located and taken for safe keeping.
Michael McInerney was summonsed for being unlicensed. His RMV address is 519 Somerville Ave in Somerville (UPS Store). However, upon returning to the PD to attempt to retrieve his valuables, he provided 11 Minot St. Dorchester 02124 as his new address and (774) 244-9290 as his contact number. HSI Special Agent Aaron Lindaman responded to the PD and seized all items listed pending further investigation.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (Unlicensed Driver/Property for Safekeeping)—Quincy, MA
On 01/20/2024, Quincy PD pulled over MA/3YTW25, a black 2024 Land Rover Defender. The operator was identified as Michael McINERNEY (MA Learner's Permit #SA3131884). The passenger and R/O of the vehicle, Crystal (Crystel) O'REILLY also could not produce a valid driver's license. The vehicle was towed and upon conducting an inventory, a bag containing $70,000 USD, two rose gold Rolex watches and various class rings (1994 Texas A&M, 1974 Female's West Point, 1969 Woonsocket High Ring, 1962 Piedmont High Class ring) were located and taken for safe keeping.
Michael McInerney was summonsed for being unlicensed. His RMV address is 519 Somerville Ave in Somerville (UPS Store). However, upon returning to the PD to attempt to retrieve his valuables, he provided 11 Minot St. Dorchester 02124 as his new address and (774) 244-9290 as his contact number. HSI Special Agent Aaron Lindaman responded to the PD and seized all items listed pending further investigation.
Prior to the traffic stop this vehicle was seen exiting the Holiday Inn Express where McInerney was a guest. Also parked in the lot was MA/5JGY99, gray Land Rover Discovery, registered to a Margarita O'REILLY (SA2171853) out of 200 Quarry Hills Drive #2101, Quincy (The Q Apartments). Terrence CONNORS (MA OLN SA2801844) out of 200 Quarry Hills Drive was registered in room 428 at the Holiday Inn.
Questions/Information: Contact Quincy PD Officer Tara Waters at (617) 745-5764 or via email to [email protected].
Questions/Information: Contact Quincy PD Officer Tara Waters at (617) 745-5764 or via email to [email protected].
01/23/2024
Submitted by Brett Reistad, ROCIC LE Coordinator (VA & WV), (615) 924-1528, [email protected]
Intel (Possession of Counterfeit Trademark Merchandise)—Stafford, VA
Alexandru CATALIN and Fioara MICLESCU were in possession of 62 Fake Air Pods, 7 Fake Apple Watches and 25 Smart Watches. According to Catalin, they purchase the products for a cheap price and resell them at flea markets. They move around and have been to Maryland, Washington, New York and Texas. They drive a white 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 with TX/FG1481H.
Submitted by Brett Reistad, ROCIC LE Coordinator (VA & WV), (615) 924-1528, [email protected]
Intel (Possession of Counterfeit Trademark Merchandise)—Stafford, VA
Alexandru CATALIN and Fioara MICLESCU were in possession of 62 Fake Air Pods, 7 Fake Apple Watches and 25 Smart Watches. According to Catalin, they purchase the products for a cheap price and resell them at flea markets. They move around and have been to Maryland, Washington, New York and Texas. They drive a white 2001 Mercedes-Benz E320 with TX/FG1481H.
Questions/Information: Contact Stafford County Sheriff’s Det. K.L. Warnick at (540) 658-4450 or via email to [email protected]
01/23/2024
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (New Arrest/Irish National)—Needham, MA
On 01/19/2024, a Needham Officer made a mv stop on MA Commercial/X61692. The RO is Martin WARD. The operator, Benjamin Maxwell (MA DL#SA2671089), produced a WA driver’s license #WDL16RP1393B (status suspended). Maxwell did not have a valid MA license. Maxwell was charged with unlicensed and a mv violation. The vehicle was inventoried and towed. When Martin Ward came to retrieve the vehicle, further investigation showed Ward being unlicensed although he produced an international driver’s license when retrieving the vehicle. The same Needham Officer conducted a mv stop on Ward. The vehicle was inventoried and towed back to the yard. Martin Ward's fingerprints came back to a person named Owen WHEELER who was arrested in New Jersey in 2022. A copy of the booking photo from South Bound Brook Police, NJ was obtained which is Martin Ward's photo. Due to having Ward's UK passport in hand, it is believed Ward is his true name and Wheeler is the alias. There are two warrants under Wheeler’s alias out of Burlington and Quincy. Ward also failed to show up for his court date resulting in a default warrant.
Submitted by Dep. Chief Roland Anderson (Ret), Weston PD (MA), [email protected]
Intel (New Arrest/Irish National)—Needham, MA
On 01/19/2024, a Needham Officer made a mv stop on MA Commercial/X61692. The RO is Martin WARD. The operator, Benjamin Maxwell (MA DL#SA2671089), produced a WA driver’s license #WDL16RP1393B (status suspended). Maxwell did not have a valid MA license. Maxwell was charged with unlicensed and a mv violation. The vehicle was inventoried and towed. When Martin Ward came to retrieve the vehicle, further investigation showed Ward being unlicensed although he produced an international driver’s license when retrieving the vehicle. The same Needham Officer conducted a mv stop on Ward. The vehicle was inventoried and towed back to the yard. Martin Ward's fingerprints came back to a person named Owen WHEELER who was arrested in New Jersey in 2022. A copy of the booking photo from South Bound Brook Police, NJ was obtained which is Martin Ward's photo. Due to having Ward's UK passport in hand, it is believed Ward is his true name and Wheeler is the alias. There are two warrants under Wheeler’s alias out of Burlington and Quincy. Ward also failed to show up for his court date resulting in a default warrant.
Martin WARD
WM, b. 04/18/2005
AKA Owen Wheeler (b. 01/27/1998)
MA DL#SA4251517
UK & Northern Ireland Passport #123143765
Questions/Information: Contact Needham PD Officer Nicole McMahon at (781) 455-7570 x1296 or via email to [email protected]
WM, b. 04/18/2005
AKA Owen Wheeler (b. 01/27/1998)
MA DL#SA4251517
UK & Northern Ireland Passport #123143765
Questions/Information: Contact Needham PD Officer Nicole McMahon at (781) 455-7570 x1296 or via email to [email protected]
01/24/2024
Submitted by Eric Helm, MAGLOCLEN, [email protected]
Intel (Suspicious Gift Card Transactions/Looking for Information)—St. Charles County, MO
I am currently investigating suspicious activity in my area and was curious to know if anyone has seen anything similar, and/or have any insight on what is going on here. We have a list of several people, (at this time who are regularly cashing-in various commercial gift cards and making thousands of dollars per month. The store that is purchasing the cards is called "GOLD STOP." At least one of the subjects we have found to be profiting from sales has a lengthy criminal history for fraud and theft, which leads me to believe something more is going on here. But what is most interesting to me is the store "Gold Stop", that is purchasing the cards. I cannot really understand how the store is benefiting from the purchases and am wondering if the store and/or its owner(s) are involved in an elaborate scheme. Is anyone familiar with this behavior?
Questions/Information: Contact St. Charles County PD Inv. Carl Cunningham at (636) 949-3000 x8125 or via email to [email protected]
Submitted by Eric Helm, MAGLOCLEN, [email protected]
Intel (Suspicious Gift Card Transactions/Looking for Information)—St. Charles County, MO
I am currently investigating suspicious activity in my area and was curious to know if anyone has seen anything similar, and/or have any insight on what is going on here. We have a list of several people, (at this time who are regularly cashing-in various commercial gift cards and making thousands of dollars per month. The store that is purchasing the cards is called "GOLD STOP." At least one of the subjects we have found to be profiting from sales has a lengthy criminal history for fraud and theft, which leads me to believe something more is going on here. But what is most interesting to me is the store "Gold Stop", that is purchasing the cards. I cannot really understand how the store is benefiting from the purchases and am wondering if the store and/or its owner(s) are involved in an elaborate scheme. Is anyone familiar with this behavior?
Questions/Information: Contact St. Charles County PD Inv. Carl Cunningham at (636) 949-3000 x8125 or via email to [email protected]