The Cincinnati Police Department has turned to the public for help in its ongoing investigation of a recent crime wave that hit Erlene Drive. According to a social media post made by the Cincinnati Police Department, an Attempted Auto Theft/Theft from Auto offense took place last Sunday, February 8. The police report disclosed that assailants from a specific vehicle broke into another vehicle by shattering a window before they attempted and failed to steal it. Instead, the criminals managed to abscond with a firearm, adding a dangerous element to their failed theft.
D3 is investigating an Attempted Auto Theft/Theft from Auto offense that occurred on Erlene Dr., Feb. 8, 2026. Individuals from the pictured vehicle broke a window and attempted to steal a vehicle, before taking a firearm. Contact Det. Roberts at 513-263-8344 with information. pic.twitter.com/ycnorgx4Vc
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) February 17, 2026
Working on catching the perpetrators, the police have shared an image of the suspect's vehicle and are asking anyone with any information to contact Detective Roberts at 513-263-8344. Failing to leave her post unattended, Detective Roberts seeks the cooperation of residents and anyone who might hold the key piece of evidence that could lead to solving this case. While the attempt at grand theft auto was unsuccessful, the theft of a firearm from the vehicle remains a critical concern for law enforcement and the community at large.
The Cincinnati Police are no strangers to such incidents, but the brazen nature of this particular offense has caused a stir amongst the residents of Erlene Drive. Taking a firearm from a citizen's vehicle not only sparks fear of potential violence but also raises questions about the safety of storing weapons in automobiles. While details on how the firearm was secured within the vehicle have not been released, the incident serves as a stark reminder to gun owners about the importance of gun safety and secure storage, particularly in areas accessible to the public.
