Coconut Creek Police responded to various calls from January 13 to 19, 2026. Below is a detailed account of the incidents handled by local law enforcement during this period.
Incidents
Domestic disturbances were reported at multiple locations throughout the city, including Seagrape Circle, Carambola Circle South, Cocoplum Circle, Lucaya Bend, Karanda Village, Indigo Lakes, and Coquina. All incidents were reported as verbal in nature, and no injuries were documented.
Trespassing was reported at Walmart, 5571 State Road 810, where a suspect refused to leave the property after being ordered to do so.
Weapon on school property: A juvenile male student was arrested after police say he was found in possession of a knife at Dave Thomas Educational Center on Coconut Creek Parkway.
Burglary: A residence in Wynmoor reported the theft of several high-value jewelry items. The estimated loss was $32,500.
Criminal mischief incidents were reported at The Legacy Apartments, Applewood Village, and a vehicle parked along West Atlantic Boulevard. One case involved an object being thrown into a vehicle.
Retail thefts were reported at Publix locations on North State Road 7 and Coconut Creek Parkway. Losses ranged from $119 to $500.
Fraud cases included:
A Crescent Creek resident reporting a $20,000 wire fraud, where the victim was deceived into sending money to an unknown individual.
Credit card fraud reported at Walgreens on West Sample Road, with an estimated loss of $2,731.
Vehicle theft: An auto theft was reported in the Cypress Shores area. No suspects were identified.
Battery incidents included domestic-related cases in Wynmoor, Pebblebrook Terrace, Olivine, Evergreen, and other locations. Some cases involved juveniles.
Driving while intoxicated investigations occurred on Lyons Road, including drivers found asleep at traffic lights or operating disabled vehicles.
Missing person: Police reported a missing adult last seen in the Hammocks area on January 13.
Natural deaths were reported in Wynmoor and Winston Park, with no signs of foul play.
Fire: A structure fire was reported in Baywood Village I. No injuries were reported.
Arrests
Karen Kalashnikov, 27, was arrested on a charge of grand theft ($750–$5,000) at Portofino Point.
John Fitzgerald Plummer, 61, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.
James W. Willard, 39, was arrested on a capias warrant related to driving with a suspended license.
Artur Eskovich Rubinov, 45, was arrested on a charge of possession of marijuana over 20 grams.
Gabriel John Wallace, 24, was arrested on a charge of domestic battery.
Latwan Larkeith Henderson, 36, was arrested for driving with a suspended license (first conviction).
Alfred Michael Zara, 67, was arrested on a charge of aggravated assault on a person 65 years or older.
Harold Bradley Bajusz, 37, was arrested for DUI (first offense).
Tamara Colleen Bevill, 45, was arrested for DUI involving alcohol or drugs (first offense).
Torvis Mark Skinner, 38, was arrested on a charge of robbery without a firearm or weapon.
Jevaughn Antonio Rhoden, 25, was arrested on a charge of dating violence battery.
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