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Memphis Police Seek Public's Help as Theft from Vehicles and Shoplifting Crimes Surge

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Published on March 24, 2025
Memphis Police Seek Public's Help as Theft from Vehicles and Shoplifting Crimes SurgeSource: Facebook/Memphis Police Department est.1827

The Memphis Police Department has reported a pattern of thefts from motor vehicles and shoplifting incidents. Local businesses and private property have been targeted. The department has urged anyone with information to contact them using the provided phone numbers, as mentioned by the Memphis Police Department.

Last Monday, vehicle burglaries took place in the 5800 block of Third Cove. Dash camera footage captured the image of a suspect. "The suspect is a White male shown in the attached footage," as stated by the Memphis Police Department. No arrest has been made at this time.

Between March 21 and 23, thefts occurred at local discount stores in Memphis. Last Saturday and Sunday, suspects were seen on surveillance stealing detergent and toiletries at Family Dollar on Frayser Boulevard, and "left the scene in a gold vehicle." Last Friday, a theft also took place at Dollar General. No arrests have been made in any of the incidents. The Memphis Police Department has shared details on their Facebook page and is asking the public for help. "Anyone with information should contact Appling Farms GIB at 901-636-4402," according to the Memphis Police Department on their Facebook page.