
By Jim Donnelly
Through our joint effort with the Coconut Creek Police Department to share updates with residents, this is a summary of Coconut Creek’s crime and arrests through August 21.
Theft – Retail/Shoplifting
Walgreens was the victim of Theft – Retail/Shoplifting on W Hillsboro Blvd reported on 08/15/2023. The total estimated loss was $714.
DSW Shoes was the victim of Theft – Retail/Shoplifting on Lyons Road reported on 08/20/2023. The total estimated loss was $420.
Kohls was the victim of Theft – Retail/Shoplifting on N State Road 7 was reported on 08/16/2023. The total estimated loss was $435.
Theft – From Building
A 58-year-old male was the victim of Theft – From a Building at the UPS Store on N State Road 7, reported on 08/15/2023. The total estimated loss was $1,400.
Vehicle Theft – Auto
A 31-year-old female was the victim of Vehicle Theft – Auto at Cypress Shores on Lyons Road, reported on 08/16/2023. The total estimated loss was $10,000.
A 32-year-old female was the victim of Vehicle Theft – Auto at Pond Apple I on NW 42 Avenue, reported on 08/15/2023.
A 28-year-old male was the victim of Vehicle Theft – Auto at Advneir North on Cocoplum Circle reported on 08/16/2023.
U-Haul Co. of Arizona was the victim of Vehicle Theft – Auto on Lyons Road reported on 08/19/2023. A U-Haul Box Truck was stolen.
A 26-year-old male was the victim of Vehicle Theft – Auto on NW 55 Blvd was reported on 08/19/2023.
Theft – Auto Parts/Accessories
A 51-year-old female was the victim of Theft – Auto Parts/Accessories at Waterview Apartments on W Hillsboro Blvd. The theft of a Catalytic Converter was reported on 08/18/2023. The total estimated loss was $4,000.
A 29-year-old male was the victim of Theft – Auto Parts/Accessories at The Landings on Dockside Drive reported on 08/19/2023. The total estimated loss was $1,200. Theft of a Catalytic Converter was reported.
A 45-year-old male was the victim of Theft – Auto Parts/Accessories at The Landings on Mariners Way, which was reported on 08/19/2023. The total estimated loss was $1,200. Theft of a Catalytic Converter was reported.
A 32-year-old female was the victim of Theft – Auto Parts/Accessories at The Landings on Mariners Way was reported on 08/19/2023. The total estimated loss was $1,200. Theft of a Catalytic Converter was reported stolen.
Animal Bite
An Animal Bite on NW 39 Avenue was reported on 08/16/2023. A dog bit a child.
Criminal Mischief
A 32-year-old female was the victim of Criminal Mischief in a vehicle at Atlantic Technical College on Coconut Creek Parkway. Vandalism was reported on 08/16/2023.
A 78-year-old female was the victim of Criminal Mischief – Residence at Wynmoor on Eleuthera Point, reported on 08/19/2023. An unknown projectile was thrown through a patio window.
Fraud – Other
A 44-year-old male was the victim of Fraud – Other on W Copans Road was reported on 08/16/2023.
Burglary W/ Assault
A 34-year-old female was the victim of Burglary W/ Assault at El Rancho, reported on 08/16/2023.
Elderly Abuse/Neglect
A 92-year-old female was the victim of Elderly Abuse/Neglect at Applewood Village III was reported on 08/19/2023.
Arrests
Dacruz, Arlindo, Jr., 42, was arrested on a False Verification Of Property charge at 4450 Banyan Trails Drive on 08/15/2023.
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Author Profile

- A Coral Springs resident for over 30 years, Jim Donnelly has had a 40-year career as a photographer, videographer, and editor for South Florida affiliate news stations, along with CNN, ESPN, ABC Sports and News, NBC Sports and News, Fox News, and CBS. Donnelly has won several awards, including EMMY’s, for his team coverage. Currently, he owns Image Masters Photography and works as a Realtor.
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