In the quiet of pre-dawn this past Monday, a Best Buy on Poplar Avenue found itself the target of an attempted burglary. According to a report by the Memphis Police Department, a handful of individuals tried to force their way into the business at 5821 Poplar Avenue around 1:58 a.m. The would-be thieves, using several vehicles as part of their operation, were notably unsuccessful in their efforts.
The suspects arrived with an array of transportation—a white Chevrolet truck, an SUV that's also white, a maroon Honda minivan, and the silver minivan—suggesting a level of coordination. Despite their numbers and apparently sophisticated plan, the group was thwarted by the outer door which they attempted, but failed, to cut through. This piece of information about the vehicles was provided in a news release from the Memphis Police Department dated two days after the incident.
Now, the authorities are turning to the community for assistance. The Memphis Police have issued a call for any tips related to this attempted burglary, hopeful that someone might have seen something in the early hours that could lead to an arrest. The ask for information is a direct line to action; tips can be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 528-CASH, providing crucial assistance without compromising personal security.
For updates regarding this attempted break-in, or to provide any helpful information, individuals are encouraged to visit the Crime Stoppers website or to place a call to their line.
