Crime of the Week
Mail Fraud
October 22, 2020
MAIL FRAUD
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: USPI-3159603
United States Postal Inspection Service
1-877-876-2455
The United States Postal Inspection Service is currently investigating a case involving identity theft and stolen mail.
In September 2020, The U. S. Postal Inspection Service began investigating a check fraud/mail theft case involving a credit union in Montgomery, Alabama. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is seeking the assistance of the public to help identify the pictured person of interest.
https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Mail-Fraud#what_is_mail_fraud
What is Mail Fraud?
It’s a scheme to get money or something of value from you by offering a product, service, or investment opportunity that does not live up to its claims. Prosecutors must prove the claims were intentionally misrepresented and that the mail was used to carry out the scheme.
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service website provides alerts and information to the public on the most commonly reported Mail Fraud schemes.
Where Can I Find More Information on Preventing Mail Fraud?
For a comprehensive listing and description of various fraud schemes please refer to a Guide to Preventing Mail Fraud: https://about.usps.com/publications/pub300a.pdf.
What Should I Do if I am the Victim of Mail Fraud?
The U.S. Postal Inspection Service has a fraud complaint webpage on its website. You may fill out and submit the Mail Fraud Complaint Form online. You may also call the U.S. Postal Inspection Service hotline at 1-800-372-8347 to file a complaint about suspected mail fraud. See related information on Mail Theft, Credit Card Fraud, and Identity Theft.
Prattville Burglary
October 21, 2020
BURGLARY (Multiple)
1600 Block of Bridge Creek Road
Prattville, Alabama
Case: PPD20-1021A
Prattville Police Department
The Prattville Police Department is currently investigating a Burglary of a storage unit.
Investigators advise that throughout September 24 to October 12, an unknown male suspect entered onto the victim’s property on multiple occasions. The victim’s property is located in the 1600 block of Bridge Creek Road in Prattville, Alabama. Surveillance footage of the suspect captured him on the property, entering a storage unit and taking cans of paint.
The suspect was last seen driving an unknown make or model white 2 door sedan.
Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify the burglary suspect through the released photos and video.
If you have any information regarding the identity of the suspect or his whereabouts, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Opelika Business Burglaries
October 14, 2020
BURGLARY
Multiple Businesses
Opelika, Alabama
Case: OPD20-1014A
Opelika Police Department
334-705-5220
In the early morning hours of 10/13/20 four Opelika businesses were burglarized. The Opelika Police Department needs the public’s assistance in identifying three suspects that were captured on camera.
The first suspect, described as a black male with an afro style haircut, can be seen wearing a t-shirt.
The second suspect, described as a black male, can be seen wearing a hoodie and appears to have a Star of David tattoo on his neck.
The third suspect, described as a black male with a close haircut, can be seen wearing a t-shirt and neck scarf. He has tattoos on both arms and one above his left eyebrow. The tattoo on his left forearm appears to be a skull or grim reaper. A part of his tattoo sleeve on his right arm looks like it contains flames.
If you can identify these suspects or their whereabouts, please immediately call the Police at 334-705-5220 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Convenience Store Theft
October 13, 2020
THEFT OF PROPERTY
10000 Block of Chantilly Parkway
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: MCSO20-1013C
Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office
The Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the theft of currency from a convenience store office.
Investigators advise that on Wednesday, September 30, 2020, an unknown male entered the Ztec Convenience Store located in the 10000 block of Chantilly Parkway. Once inside the unknown subject was able to enter an office area and steal envelopes containing over $3,000 in currency.
Attached are photographs of the suspect and suspect vehicle. Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to locate and identify the suspect through the released photos and video. The vehicle is believed to be a 2005 to 2008 silver Acura TL.
If you have any information regarding this crime, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Prattville Vehicle Break-Ins
October 13, 2020
VEHICLE BREAKING & ENTERING
McQueen Smith Road
Prattville, Alabama
Case: PPD20-1013B
Prattville Police Department
The Prattville Police Department is currently investigating multiple vehicle burglaries that occurred throughout the City of Prattville.
On September 10, 2020, around 2:00 AM two unknown suspects attempted to enter two vehicles while they were parked in the driveway of a residence located on McQueen Smith Road. The suspects were frightened away due to a motion activated camera system.
Prattville Investigators believe these suspects to be involved in several vehicle break-ins that occurred on that night.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Wetumpka Storage Burglary
October 13, 2020
BURGLARY INVESTIGATION
700 Block of U.S. Highway 231
Wetumpka, Alabama
Case: WPD20-200900035
Wetumpka Police Department
The Wetumpka Police Department is currently investigating a burglary that occurred at a storage rental facility.
On September 3, 2020, between 01:19 AM and 02:13 AM an unknown suspect(s) entered Storage World located at 749 US Highway 231 Wetumpka, AL 36092 and entered several storage units, stored RV’s, and stored boats, removing items from each. Some of the more notable items stolen include a Fusion amp from a boat, marine stereo, several fishing poles, and a wake board.
Camera footage from the area show what appears to be either a gray or light blue SUV crossover (Possibly VW) enter the facility at 01:19 AM and exit at a high rate of speed at 02:13 AM.
Wetumpka Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify this offender through the released photos.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Montgomery Robbery
October 13, 2020
ROBBERY INVESTIGATION
2000 Block Eastern Blvd
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: MPD 20-00204773
Montgomery Police Department
The Montgomery Police Department is searching for the identity and location of the pictured suspects wanted for a Robbery Investigation that occurred in Montgomery, AL.
The pictured suspects are wanted for a Robbery Investigation that occurred on Sunday, October 4, 2020, in the 2000 Block of Eastern Blvd. The Montgomery Police Department needs help with the identity and location of these suspects.
If you have any information regarding the suspect's whereabouts, please immediately call the Police at 334-625-2832. Refer to case no. 2020-00204773 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Please ensure you receive a Tip ID and Password to dialog with Investigators if there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers 800 number, 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Andalusia Business Burglaries
October 07, 2020
BURGLARY INVESTIGATION
200 Block of East Three Notch Street
400 Block of East Watson Street
100 Block of Tucker Street
Andalusia, Alabama
Case: APD20-1007A
Andalusia Police Department
The Andalusia Police Department is currently investigating 3 burglaries that occurred on the same night by the same unknown suspect.
On October 2, 2020, between the hours of 12:00 and 3:00 a.m. three businesses were burglarized in the 200 Block of East Three Notch Street, 400 Block of East Watson Street, and the 100 Block of Tucker Street. Video surveillance captures an individual dressed in a hoodie wearing gloves and a hockey mask.
Andalusia Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify this offender through the released photos and video.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Catalytic Converter Thefts
September 30, 2020
CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFTS
6th Street
Prattville, Alabama
Case: PPD20-0930A
Prattville Police Department
The Prattville Police Department is currently investigating a Theft Investigation.
On September 13, 2020 an unknown male took catalytic converters off of church vans. The catalytic converters were stolen while the vans were parked on 6th Street in Prattville.
Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify the suspect through the released photos and video.
Lee County Capital Murder Investigation
September 15, 2020
CAPITAL MURDER
9000 Block of Lee Road
Waverly, Alabama
Lee County Sheriff’s Office
334-749-5651
The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the Murder of 18-year-old Thomas Anthony Green of Auburn, AL.
Thomas Anthony Green was reported missing from the 900 block of N. Donahue Drive in Auburn, Alabama on September 6, 2020. On September 10, 2020, Green’s body was located in a rural area in the 9000 block of Lee Road 188 in Waverly, Alabama.
CrimeStoppers is offering a cash reward starting at $1,000 for any information that leads to an arrest of any person(s) involved in the death of Thomas Anthony Green.
If you have any information regarding the Capital Murder investigation of Thomas A. Green, please immediately call the Lee County Sheriff’s Office at 334-749-5651 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Montgomery Death Investigation
September 15, 2020
MURDER
DEATH INVESTIGATION (UPDATED)
Adam Lavelle Dowdell Jr.
Sex: Male
Age: 22
ASU Department of Public Safety
The Alabama State University Department of Public Safety has officially notified CrimeStoppers that warrants have been secured charging a 20-year-old with the Murder of missing student Adam Dowdell Jr.
CrimeStoppers has been informed that Chicago resident Ivry Hall has been formally charged with Murder. Hall turned himself over to authorities on Friday, September 18, 2020.
Adam Dowdell Jr.’s body was located near the old BTW High School in the 800 block of Hutchinson Street on Monday, September 14, 2020. The body was transported to the Alabama Department of Forensic Science for an autopsy. Evidence revealed Dowdell had been fatally shot.
Circumstances surrounding the investigation are currently not available. Authorities advise that this is still an ongoing investigation and if you have any information related to this case to call CrimeStoppers. Tips can be given anonymously.
If you have any information regarding the Murder investigation of Adam Lavelle Dowdell Jr., please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Submit your tip anonymously.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Montgomery Package Theft
September 14, 2020
PACKAGE THEFT
Beardsley Drive
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: MPD20-189827
Montgomery Police Department
The Montgomery Police Department is currently investigating the theft of packages from the front porch of a resident located on Beardsley Drive.
Investigators advise that on Thursday, September 10, 2020 at 6:18 pm an unknown male walked onto the front porch of a residence located on Beardsley Drive and removed a package containing a refrigerator part.
Attached are photographs of the suspect and suspect vehicle. Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to locate and identify through the released photos.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Alexander City Murder Investigation
September 09, 2020
MURDER INVESTIGATION
Benson Community Center
2700 Block of N. Central Avenue
Alexander City, Alabama
Case: APD20-0831A
Alexander City Police Department
256-329-6767
The Alexander City Police Department is currently investigating a Murder investigation that occurred at the Benson Community Center. Alexander City Investigators believe that the Murder stemmed from an incident that occurred earlier in the night where a fight broke out in the parking lot of the Community Center. Unknown individuals later returned with firearms and shot two people and multiple vehicles. Security was employed on the scene and broke the fight up prior to the shootings taking place. The police are currently investigating the charges of Murder, Assault 1st Degree, and multiple cases of Discharging a Firearm into an Occupied/Unoccupied Vehicle.
On September 6, 2020, Alexander City Police responded to the Benson Community Center around 2 a.m. Upon arrival, an Officer heard gunshots and called for other officers to assist with traffic control. After searching the area, Officers found a 20-year-old male, from Dadeville, suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The gunshot victim was transported to the Russell Medical Center by an ambulance where he later died due to his injuries.
While Alexander City Investigators were at Russell Medical Center gathering evidence on the initial shooting incident, they found that there was a second gunshot victim from the same incident. A 32-year-old male was identified and had gunshot wounds to the leg. It was later determined that the two incidents occurred in the same area. His injuries are non-life threatening.
If you have any information regarding this crime, Please contact Sgt. Osborne at 256-329-6767 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question.
You may also use CrimeStoppers toll free number at 1-833-AL1-STOP.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
MPD Murder Investigation
September 07, 2020
TRUCK IDENTIFIED
MURDER INVESTIGATION
The Montgomery Police Department has officially notified CrimeStoppers that the Ram 1500 truck wanted for a Murder Investigation has been identified.
Investigators determined through continued investigation that the Ram 1500 truck was not involved with the murder; therefore, all lookouts have been canceled. However, the Black Dodge Charger has not been identified and is still wanted for questioning regarding the murder investigation of Bernard Hardy Jr.
If you have any information regarding this investigation, please immediately call the Police 334-625-2832. Refer to case no. 2020-00143444 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Please ensure you receive a Tip ID and Password to dialog with Investigators if there is a follow-up question.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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MURDER INVESTIGATION
6300 Block of Atlanta Hwy.
Montgomery, AL
Case: MPD 2020-00143444
Montgomery Police Department
On Friday, July 10, 2020, at approximately 10:50 p.m., Montgomery Police Patrol units responded to the 6300 Block of Atlanta Hwy, regarding a subject suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was identified as Bernard Hardy Jr. and was transported to a local hospital and later pronounced deceased. Video surveillance from a local business in the area shows two black vehicles, one possibly a Ram 1500 pickup truck and the second a Dodge Charger. The Montgomery Police Department is seeking assistance from the public into the Murder Investigation of Bernard Hardy Jr.
If you have any information regarding this investigation, please immediately call the Police 334-625-2832. Refer to case no. 2020-00143444 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Please ensure you receive a Tip ID and Password to dialog with Investigators if there is a follow-up question.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Alexander City Police Investigating August 2nd Shooting Incident
August 31, 2020
ASSAULT INVESTIGATION
Highway 22
Alexander City, Alabama
Case: APD20-0831A
Alexander City Police Department
256-234-3421
The Alexander City Police Department is currently investigating an Assault investigation that occurred off Highway 22.
Investigators with the Alexander City Police Department were called to Russell Medical Center in the early hours of Sunday, August 2, 2020. The victim, only identified as a 66-year-old male, was suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. The gunshot wound is believed to have been caused by a shotgun.
The victim was transported to a medical facility in the Birmingham area and is listed as being in stable condition. The investigation led crime scene investigators to a location off Highway 22 where several other pieces of evidence were located. The case is still under active investigation and further details cannot be released at this time.
Any information pertaining to this case could be helpful and police are asking for public assistance. Information has been gathered through the P3 app and CrimeStoppers is asking tipsters to respond to follow-up questions left on the app.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Millbrook Cash Out Fraud
August 31, 2020
BUSINESS FRAUD
Retail Business
100 Block of Kelley Boulevard
Millbrook, Alabama
Case: MBPD-M200800156
Millbrook Police Department
334-285-5639
The Millbrook Police Department is currently investigating a Fraud investigation that occurred at a retail store.
On August 15, 2020, an unknown male and female entered a retail store located in the 100 block of Kelley Blvd, and approached a cashier in order to load a Green Dot Prepaid Card. The two were able to perform what’s called the Cash Out Scam on the cashier.
The scam started as the cashier retrieved the card in which cost $3.74, the subjects then attempted to load money on the card. Once the cashier retrieved the card, the cashier loaded $400.00 onto the card and was swindled by the subjects to press the cash button, so that they could receive an additional $800.00 cash back.
Investigators advise that the pictured scam artists are targeting new or young cashiers to conduct their scams. They were last seen driving a small, 4 door white sedan, unknown make model or direction of travel.
Millbrook Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify the fraud suspects through the released photos.
Tallassee Business Burglary
August 24, 2020
BUSINESS BURGLARY
SCF Buildings LLC
5400 Block of Notasulga Road
Tallassee, Alabama
Case: TPD-T200700071
Tallassee Police Department
334-283-6586
The Tallassee Police Department is currently investigating a business Burglary that occurred at SCF Buildings.
On July 17, 2020 at around 9:24 pm, an unknown male unlawfully entered a business located in the 5400 block of Notasulga Road and stole unspecified property belonging to the business.
Tallassee Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify the burglary suspect through the released photos.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
PRESCRIPTION FRAUD INVESTIGATION
August 17, 2020
PRESCRIPTION FRAUD INVESTIGATION
STATEWIDE, Alabama
Case: ASBP20-0817A
Alabama State Board of Pharmacy
The Alabama State Board of Pharmacy released photos and video of an unknown male wanted for multiple counts of Prescription Fraud that occurred throughout the State of Alabama.
State Drug Investigators advise that a Veteran Affairs Doctor in Tuscaloosa notified their office of multiple counts of prescription fraud. The Veteran Affairs Doctor currently prescribes controlled medication at the Tuscaloosa facility. The medication is also dispensed at this same facility, which prevents the need for his patients to utilize community or chain pharmacies. The reporting Doctor checked his dispensing reports, as habit, and noticed that his DEA controlled medication number was being used in different parts of the state without his permission. The Doctor immediately notified the Board of Pharmacy.
Investigators are attempting to identify suspect(s) involved for prosecution purposes. Photos and video are being released by CrimeStoppers in the hopes of identifying a suspect of interest described as a white male, approximately 25-35 years of age, blonde/reddish hair, wears glasses, and black suits or all black clothing based on video from Abbeville and pictures from Troy. The suspect has been seen driving an Infiniti G35 coupe, possibly 2002-2005 model, beige in color, unknown tag.
The following cities/towns have confirmed fraudulent prescriptions filled by this suspect between July 20th and August 11th, 2020:
Eufaula
Opelika
Montgomery
Troy
Abbeville
The following cities/towns have had attempted fraudulent prescriptions filled by this same suspect during the same timeframe:
Millbrook
Ozark
The controlled substances being obtained are Alprazolam, Diazepam and Clonazepam commonly known as Xanax a highly abused schedule IV narcotic. This drug is a benzodiazepine which are being abused now because of the Opioid epidemic.
The Alabama State Board of Pharmacy is looking at definitive felony charges of Unlawful Receipt of a Controlled Substance, Attempt to Commit Receipt of a Controlled Substance, and possible federal charges based upon the suspect(s)’ use of multiple identities of real patients being utilized to obtain fraudulent prescriptions.
ASU Campus Shooting Investigation
August 17, 2020
Updated: August 20, 2020
IDENTIFIED
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION
Campus of Alabama State University
900 Block of South Jackson Street
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: ASU20-0817B
ASU Department of Public Safety
The Alabama State University Department of Public Safety has officially notified CrimeStoppers that two suspects have been identified that were previously wanted for questioning in reference to an on campus shooting investigation.
The suspects were identified as Fultondale, AL resident Willie Smith Jr. (17 yoa) and McCalla, AL resident Rodrick Lawhorn Jr. (19 yoa). Smith turned himself over to the Alabama State University Department of Public Safety on August 19, 2020. Investigators requested that the two turn themselves in after receiving tips from CrimeStoppers and other Law Enforcement Agencies. Lawhorn has yet to turn himself in to be interviewed. The investigation is still ongoing. Based on witness testimony and video surveillance, possible criminal warrants for Reckless Endangerment on both individuals are pending.
A reward is being offered by CrimeStoppers that did lead to the identity of one or more suspects. The anonymous tipster is urged to respond to the P3 app or call CrimeStoppers to claim reward.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
Published: August 17, 2020
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION
Campus of Alabama State University
900 Block of South Jackson Street
Montgomery, Alabama
Case: ASU20-0817B
ASU Department of Public Safety
The Alabama State University Department of Public Safety released photos of two unknown males wanted for questioning in reference to an on campus shooting investigation.
ASU Public Safety Investigators advise that three people were injured in a shooting that occurred on campus. The shooting took place on Saturday, August 15th at approximately 11:40 pm in the Acadome parking lot. The shooting victims include an ASU student and two non-university students. All three suffered minor injuries.
Investigators are hoping that someone will be able to identify these suspects through the released photos. All suspects are wanted for Questioning Only at this time.
MPD Murder Investigation
August 12, 2020
MURDER INVESTIGATION
2200 Block of West Fairview Ave
Montgomery, AL
Case: MPD 2020-00154912
Montgomery Police Department
On Sunday, July 26, 2020, at approximately 10:00 p.m., Montgomery Police Patrol units responded to the 2200 Block of West Fairview Ave regarding a subject suffering from a life-threatening gunshot wound. The victim was identified as Lee Ziegler and was pronounced deceased on the scene. The Montgomery Police Department is seeking assistance from the public into the Murder Investigation of Lee Ziegler.
Montgomery Police Detectives seek additional information regarding the suspect’s vehicle and the identification of anyone known to operate the vehicle. The vehicle described as a Blue Ford Expedition with a switched Alabama tag displaying (3BH2542). The vehicle is also missing a center cap, and the tag is hanging from the bumper of the vehicle. The vehicle was last seen occupied by a Black Female, wearing a white t-shirt and black pants and a bonnet on her head.
If you have any information regarding this suspect's identity or location, please immediately call the Police 334-625-2832 or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 215-STOP (7867) or download our P3-tips app. Please ensure you receive a Tip ID and Password to dialog with Investigators in the event there is a follow-up question.
Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward.
Note: A criminal charge is an accusation. The defendant is assumed innocent unless and until proven guilty.
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