February 21, 2023 News Release

Lacey Police Department: Do you recognize this #PorchPirate? How about the vehicle? If you have any information, please call us at: (360) 459-4333 or CrimeStoppers at: 800-222-TIPS and reference case 2023-0858.

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February 13, 2023 News Release

Lacey Police Department: Yesterday morning, our officers were dispatched to a burglary in progress at Coastal Farm and Home Supply.

Coastal Farm’s security advised that the two subjects were using a silver pick up truck to “ram” the back of the business to gain entry. While Lacey units were arriving, they observed a vehicle matching the description pulling out of the parking lot with no lights on. Units caught up to the vehicle, which was just entering I-5 North. When Lacey units attempted a traffic stop, the vehicle accelerated and fled at a high rate of speed. Based on the vehicle driving erratically and per state law, all Lacey officers terminated the stop and discontinued.

Shortly after, a @thurstoncountysheriff Deputy spotted the vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on Old Pacific HWY towards Pierce County. Based on the vehicle speeds, the deputy did not attempt to stop the vehicle.

After further investigation, it was discovered that the silver 2019 Ford Ranger was stolen and involved in two other burglaries in Lakewood on the same night.

We are asking for your help! If you see the vehicle in these photos or have any information regarding this incident, please call 911 or CrimeStoppers at: 800-222-TIPS and reference case 2023–00743. #PleaseHelp #NotCool #WeWillFindYOU #LaceyUnited #LaceyPD

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February 10, 2023 News Release

Lacey Police Department: Do you know this man or this vehicle?  It’s a hunch… but he might be wearing brand new jeans… If you have any information, please call us at: (360) 459-4333 or CrimeStoppers at: 800-222-TIPS and reference case 2023-0674. #Theft #Suspect #NotCool #LaceyUnited #LaceyPD

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February 8, 2023 News Release

Lacey Police Department: Do you recognize this man? You might have seen him cruising around in a stolen car, or using stolen credit cards, and that’s #NotCool If you know who he is, or have any information, please call us at: (360) 459-4333 or CrimeStoppers at: 800-222-TIPS and reference case 2023-0574. #PleaseHelp #AttemptToID #LaceyUnited #LaceyPD

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June 22, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound. The local Olympia Police Department request your help in solving this Crime of the Week.

On Monday, June 13th, 2022, two separate crimes were committed in the early morning hours at 1600 4th Avenue East in Olympia. Recordings showed two suspects breaking the window and tossing in a lit flare. No entry was attempted. The same suspects are on a second recording a short time later at 2921 Pacific Avenue SE where a burglary was committed. A bulletin of with descriptions and pictured is posted on the Crime Stoppers web site as well as other online locations.

If you have any information about this, or any other crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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June 9, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound. The local Olympia Police Department request your help in solving this Crime of the Week.

On Friday, June 3rd, 2022, the Chevron Station at 3200 Pacific Ave SE was robbed at gunpoint. Two males entered the store. One pointed a gun at the cashier and demanded cash while the other stole multiple vape pens. They are both described as Hispanic males, 5’4” to 5’6” tall with slim builds. The one with the gun was wearing a black, gray and white Northface jacket, black sweatpants with white lines and white shoes. They were last seen running westbound toward Pacific Ave.

If you have any information about this, or any other crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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May 31, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The local police and sheriff’s departments request your help in preventing mail thefts.

On Wednesday, April 25th, a thief stole a set of golf clubs from Dick’s Sporting Goods. He fled the Olympia Police at a traffic stop, ran across I-5, car jacked a citizen, and left without capture. The thief has been identified as Daniel J. Schaaf. He has possible addresses in Spanaway and Tacoma. He is 31 years old, has tattoos of stars on the inside of both forearms. There are current warrants out for his arrest.

If you have any information about this, or any other crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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May 27, 2022 News Release

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May 17, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

Recently there has been a sharp increase in thefts at area gyms. Wallets and purses have been taken from lockers as well as from cars in the parking lots around the gyms. The best advice is do not take valuables to the gym. If you are using a locker, get a quality lock. The price difference will be made up in the security of your items. Inexpensive locks, whether key or combination, are too easy to defeat. Thieves look for something quick in order to avoid being seen. Using quality locks and putting property out of sight in vehicles will encourage thieves to leave your valuables alone.

If you have any information about any crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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May 10, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

Recently there has been a sharp increase in thefts at area gyms. Wallets and purses have been taken from lockers as well as from cars in the parking lots around the gyms. The best advice is do not take valuables to the gym. If you are using a locker, get a quality lock. The price difference will be made up in the security of your items. Inexpensive locks, whether key or combination, are too easy to defeat. Thieves look for something quick in order to avoid being seen. Using quality locks and putting property out of sight in vehicles will encourage thieves to leave your valuables alone.

If you have any information about any crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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May 3, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The local police and sheriff’s departments request your help in preventing fraud and identity theft. Recently we have seen a large increase in fraud and identity theft cases. These thieves prey on the fact that they can scare their victims into giving out information and/or sending them money without questioning. Remember that if you didn’t initiate the contact, it is probably a fraud attempt. No government agency will ask you to get gift cards to send them money. Do not give these callers any personal information. If you think it might be legitimate, look up the real number to that agency and call them to check. Do not use the number these people give you.

If you have any information about any crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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April 26, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The local police and sheriff’s departments request your help in preventing fraud and identity theft. Recently we have seen a large increase in fraud and identity theft cases. These thieves prey on the fact that they can scare their victims into giving out information and/or sending them money without questioning. Remember that if you didn’t initiate the contact, it is probably a fraud attempt. No government agency will ask you to get gift cards to send them money. Do not give these callers any personal information. If you think it might be legitimate, look up the real number to that agency and call them to check. Do not use the number these people give you.

If you have any information about any crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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April 19, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The local police and sheriff’s departments request your help in preventing mail thefts. Mail theft continues to be a problem throughout this area. To help prevent mail theft, make sure to collect your mail as quickly as you can after delivery. Consider a locking mailbox, or getting a post office box. If you expect a package to be delivered, try to have someone there to pick it up as soon as possible. Do not leave anything with your identity in the mailbox for pickup. Take those items directly to the post office for better security.

If you have any information about this, or any other crime, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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April 18, 2022 News Release

On April 18, 2022 at 7:44 pm, Lacey Police responded to a report of an armed robbery at the Forbidden Cannabis store in the 6300 block of Martin Way E. Two suspects entered the store demanding money from the safe as well as the registers. One suspect fired a round from a handgun while inside the store. There were no reported injuries. The suspects were described as a black male, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt, black sweatpants, tennis shoes, and walks with a limp. The other suspect is a larger male wearing a black jacket and gray sweatpants. The suspects fled the scene prior to officer arrival. Detectives are actively working leads to identify and locate the suspects.

If you have any information regarding this crime, or any other crime, please contact the Lacey Police Department at 360.459.4333 or Crime Stoppers at 800 222 TIPS (8477).

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April 11, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The Thurston County area has had an increase in F-series truck thefts. Since March 1st there has been more than fifteen F-Series truck thefts. Twelve of them have been trucks from the years between 1998 and 2006. Some have been recovered from areas in and surrounding Thurston County including in Yelm, McKenna, Federal Way and Puyallup. Ten of the thefts have occurred in business parking lots, usually between 1 PM and 10 PM. Remember if you see something suspicious to please call 911 immediately.

If you have any information about this, or any crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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April 4, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The Thurston County area has had an increase in F-series truck thefts. Since March 1st there has been more than fifteen F-Series truck thefts. Twelve of them have been trucks from the years between 1998 and 2006. Some have been recovered from areas in and surrounding Thurston County including in Yelm, McKenna, Federal Way and Puyallup. Ten of the thefts have occurred in business parking lots, usually between 1 PM and 10 PM. Remember if you see something suspicious to please call 911 immediately.

If you have any information about this, or any crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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Crime Stoppers annual shred and recycling fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 9th, from 9 AM until 1 PM. It will be at Saint Martin’s University in front of the Grand Staircase. Saint Martin’s is located at 5000 Abbey Way SE in Lacey. Entry from Pacific Avenue SE will get you to the event. It’s time to get all those documents with personal information properly shredded for security. Shredding of paper documents and also recycling of small electronics. We will not accept large appliances. Donations will be accepted and appreciated.

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March 28, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The theft of catalytic converters from vehicles has continued to be a problem in the South Sound. Although some of the thieves have been apprehended the crimes have not gone down. Whenever possible keep your vehicles in a secure garage or at least in a well-lit area. If you hear a buzzing or sawing sound from where vehicles are, it’s possible someone is sawing off the converter from a vehicle. Call 911 if you suspect this is going on. If you see it in progress, stay away but try to take notice of any involved vehicles and suspects. We need to all work together to cut down this growing crime.

If you have any information about any crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.

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March 23, 2022 News Release

I am Lacey Police Detective Eric Lever on behalf of Crime Stoppers of the South Sound.

The theft of catalytic converters from vehicles has continued to be a problem in the South Sound. Although some of the thieves have been apprehended the crimes have not gone down. Whenever possible keep your vehicles in a secure garage or at least in a well-lit area. If you hear a buzzing or sawing sound from where vehicles are, it’s possible someone is sawing off the converter from a vehicle. Call 911 if you suspect this is going on. If you see it in progress, stay away but try to take notice of any involved vehicles and suspects. We need to all work together to cut down this growing crime.

If you have any information about any crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS. That’s 1-800-222-8477. You can also download the P3 app to submit your tip from any smartphone. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $1,000 and remember, you never have to leave your name.