The Cincinnati Police Department has issued a call for help from the public as they investigate a burglary that took place earlier this month. According to a social media post by the Cincinnati Police Department, the offense occurred on Jan. 5 at a residence on the 2900 block of Vernon Place. The suspect, whose image was captured and shared by the Cincinnati Police, is believed to have stolen a snow blower during the incident. Additionally, it was reported that this individual might have used a white van to transport the stolen property.
D4 is investigating a Burglary offense that occurred at the 2900 block of Vernon Place, Jan. 5, 2026. The pictured suspect took the pictured snow blower and possibly loaded it into a white van. If you have any information, contact Det. Hatcher at 513-596-8617. pic.twitter.com/UvjGT1oXO1
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) January 21, 2026
As part of their ongoing inquiry, the detectives are turning to the community for additional insight into this crime. Displayed on social media was a surveillance photo of both the suspect and the snow blower in question. The police have provided a contact number for Det. Hatcher, the officer assigned to the case, is urging anyone with information to come forward. They believe that the residents in the vicinity could have potentially witnessed the crime or might possess further details that can facilitate the investigation. Police are looking for leads regarding the whereabouts of the suspect or any identifying details regarding the white van mentioned in the initial report.
The Cincinnati Police Department has not yet reported any arrests related to the burglary. They continue to gather evidence and follow up on tips as they come in. Anyone with information relevant to the case is encouraged to reach out to Det. Hatcher directly at 513-596-8617. The department stresses the importance of community involvement in solving cases such as these, acknowledging that often it is the citizens who provide crucial pieces of information leading to the resolution of these offenses.
