According to a social media update, the Cincinnati Police Department's District 3 is investigating a theft that occurred in the early morning hours of May 3. A little after 3 a.m., surveillance footage recorded a suspect taking patio furniture from the porch of a residence located at 5956 Belmont Avenue. The suspect arrived and left the scene in a white SUV, which was also caught on camera.
The Cincinnati Police Department's social media post highlighted the need for public assistance in identifying the suspect captured in the footage. To swiftly bring the individual to justice, they have provided a contact number and requested that anyone with information directly reach out to Det. Cortez. The department has shared a snapshot of the suspect from the video to make matters easier for the public to be involved.
District 3 is investigating a Theft offense that occurred on 5/3/25 at 3:30 am. The pictured suspect took furniture from the porch of 5956 Belmont Ave. The suspect arrived in a white SUV. Please contact Det. Cortez at 513-352-6401 if you are able to identify this suspect. pic.twitter.com/ZgVBl1C4gJ
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) May 20, 2025
In line with the approach often taken by authorities, the police are leaning heavily on community collaboration. The benefits of such shared vigilance are clear—residents can play an active part in ensuring their neighborhoods remain safe and that those who seek to disrupt that safety are held accountable. "The pictured suspect took furniture from the porch of 5956 Belmont Ave. The suspect arrived in a white SUV," the Cincinnati Police Department's statement read. It has not been disclosed yet whether the theft is an isolated incident or part of a larger pattern in the area.
Furniture theft, particularly from unsecured outdoor areas, has been a concern for many residents seeking to enjoy their homes' exteriors without fear of loss. While sometimes perceived as minor, such acts of theft can significantly disturb residents' sense of security, particularly when it involves a space as intimate as one's porch. The Cincinnati Police have asked anyone identifying the suspect to contact Det. Urgently. Cortez at 513-352-6401. This request seems straightforward, and I am hoping to ensure that those with information feel compelled to step forward.
