The Cincinnati Police Department is on the lookout for a suspect involved in a recent theft from an auto, which took place in the city's 300 block of Seitz St. on Monday, February 16, as they released information via their social media platforms. According to a social media post tweet from the Cincinnati Police Department, the suspect forcefully entered the victim's vehicle, removing property before making an escape on foot.
D1 is investigating a Theft from Auto offense that occurred in the 300 block of Seitz St., Feb. 16, 2026. The pictured suspect broke into the victim's vehicle and took property, before fleeing on foot. If you have any information, contact Officer Howell at 513-352-3511. pic.twitter.com/VjgVelf0fv
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) February 17, 2026
Law enforcement has taken action to seek assistance from the public in identifying and locating the individual responsible, Officer Howell at the Cincinnati Police has been designated as the point of contact for any tips at the phone number 513-352-3511, the department is encouraging anyone with information regarding the incident or the suspect to come forward, and in an effort to aid the investigation, an image of the alleged perpetrator was included in the post, this is an appeal to the collective eyes of the community to hasten the apprehension of the suspect, who remains at large.
The theft from auto crime underscores a persistent challenge that both residents and the police continually grapple with. Though the police are actively addressing this crime type, the incident serves as a reminder for individuals to stay vigilant and for communities to support each other in crime prevention measures and information sharing.
