The Chadron Police Department is investigating several entries to vehicles during the night of Sunday June 6, 2010 and early morning of Monday June 7.  Person(s) entered the vehicles and took miscellaneous amounts of cash and other valuables from vehicles on the 200 block of King, 100 Block of Chapin and 200 Block of Ann Streets.  We encourage vehicle owners to lock up their vehicles at all times, no matter how insignificant their items inside may seem.  Items most often used or needed on a daily basis are easily targeted for theft.  We would also like the public to call and report seemingly innocent situations.  We would rather make the determination that no criminal activity is afoot rather than overlooking the chance of apprehension of those who would engage in thefts or any or crime.  Most of the time these crimes are solved because of someone calling in to report the seemingly innocent.  The police department is asking for the public’s assistance by covering or securing items from their vehicles and locking them up.  Anyone wanting to call in and report a crime or furnish information may call the Chadron Police Department at 308-432-0510 or Dawes County Crime Stoppers 308-432-0519.  Crime Stoppers callers may remain anonymous and eligible for a cash reward leading to the arrest and/or conviction of those involved. - Sgt. J. Wallage

The Chadron Police Department is seeking any information regarding two recent burglaries at the Chadron Public Library.  The first burglary happened during the night of January 4 or early in the morning on January 5, 2010.  Stolen was an undisclosed amount of cash, an MP3 player, and a set of headphones.  The second burglary happened during the early morning hours of March 22, 2010.  Unknown subject, or subjects entered the library, stole a laptop computer and its carrying case, damaged another laptop computer, and moved numerous other items within the building.  Anyone with information can call the Chadron Police Department at 308-432-0510 or Crime Stoppers at 308-432-0519. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a cash reward upon arrest and conviction of those involved.

Officer J. Hansen

W/M/6’ 1” 180 BRO/BRO

AGE: 42

Tattoos: Right bicep-“Harley Davidson” banner and Tribal; Left bicep-cross with banner.

Vehicle: 1990, silver, Mazda — Nebraska Plate

Last known address: Lincoln Court , Scottsbluff.

Be aware that the following email was received by someone working up in South Dakota.  It is likely to be in circulation in the area.  If anyone receives this type of email do not respond to it.  You may contact your local law enforcement agency for any questions.  There is a viewable link below of the email received.  Further information on the “pay up or die” scam may be obtained from http://www.scamorama/killer.html Sergeant J. Wallage

LINK - Death Threats Email

SCAMMERS have no shame and don’t care who they hurt. With that in mind, a new twist has been added to their schemes….. RELAY FOR LIFE is a communications system designed to allow people who can not speak or hear to contact others by phone for personal and business reasons. It is done through a third party interpreter. THE BAD GUYS are using this system so there is no direct contact between them and their victims and to add some sympathetic legitimacy to their scam. You receive a call from Relay For Life and the scammer will attempt any one of a dozen scams.  So Please Be Aware—- RELAY FOR LIFE is a legitimate organization, the bad guys are just abusing it. If you feel that you have been scammed through Relay for Life, please contact them and let them know…. Remember - Be Smart-Be Careful-Be Safe…. Sheriff Karl Dailey

Well, Just so ya don’t feel all alone, even Sheriff’s Offices get scam stuff in their e-mail !!!  I got one today saying that an item I posted on July 1st had been returned as undeliverable and if I wanted to check on it through the Post Office Tracking System, I just needed to “click on the link” — Well, it seemed a bit odd to me so I went to the Post Office in person and guess what ???  There was nothing there !!!  Surprise, surprise !! When I checked the “header” of the incoming e-mail, the “return path” had nothing to do with the Post Office… I’m 99% sure it was a phishing e-mail and 100% sure it was a scam……..So, if you get one of these or something similar, check it out before you “click on the link” !!!   BE CAREFUL - BE SAFE- BE SMART !!      Sheriff Karl Dailey

Northern Financial Services (supposedly out of Albany, NY) contacts you with a LOAN OFFER that seems very easy to obtain and with very few restrictions. Well, folks - it is TOO EASY - IT’s A SCAM !!!!  The loan offer will be for, lets just say, $60,000.00. The interest rate (fixed of course) is 9% — A bit high, maybe ???  The payments are $482.79 a month for 30 years. OK, could be do-able—  Ready, now here it comes….. all they need is your personal information and for you to send them $3,896.20 (USD of course) for some kind of insurance payment. The real kicker is they want you to send it by “Western Union” !!!  I never would have guessed that one !!!!  They make it look so very official and real, but it’s total hokum !!  If you need a loan, there are tons of reputable lenders out there who will be glad to work with you !!!  Always check it out !!  WHEN IN DOUBT– CHECK IT OUT and be safe  —– Sheriff Karl J. Dailey

I get calls about these folks every now and again. I may have written about them before, but one more time won’t hurt a thing !!   CMS (Credit Management Services) is one of those businesses that provide a “legal” service, but tend to walk the “legal” line in many instances. I had a call that CMS had contacted a person about a “Past Due Bill” - The bill had been paid and the debt was several years old. On the face of it, it appears that CMS was trying to pull a fast one and “Bully” these folks into “re-paying” and old and paid bill. I was told that the CMS staff were threatening, rude, impolite and down right nasty. Well folks, you do not have to put up with that. If they contact you, get all the information from them you can and give them “As Little information About You” as you can. Then, CHECK IT OUT !!!!  Do not take their word for anything !!   Check out the bill. Check out the company that claims you owe them. Check everything you can…… Then if you owe the money, try to work with the company you owe the money to. Get receipts for everything you can and get as much in writing as you can.   Then, if you need to, contact an attorney and let them deal with CMS…. Be Smart - Be Aware and Be Careful !!!    Sheriff Karl Dailey

During the second week of July 2009 and second week of August 2009, persons entered a number of unlocked vehicles and a garage around the Chadron area.  As a result, the contents were rummaged through and items of a minor monitary value were taken.  In the course of the investigation, money was usually the target as well as other property items.  The amounts taken were in so far as insignificant amounts of miscellaneous change.  The Chadron Police Department would like to remind residents to please secure their vehicles if possible.  Anyone observing any suspicious behavior in that of persons entering or attempting to gain entry to vehicles or buildings is asked to please contact the Chadron Police Department 432-0510 or the Dawes County Crimestoppers 432-0519.  Persons furnishing Information leading to the arrest and conviction may be eligible for a reward.  Sgt. J. Wallage

Well folks, It’s Spring time and the “Nasty Eggs” are hatching !!   The scammers don’t care who you are or what your monetary status is. They will stick you and suck you dry, if you let them. They have no shame or conscience and will use any ploy to separate you from your money and good name.   One of the schemes I hear about is  —- you get a phone call from a person claiming to be from some Law Enforcement Organization. They say they are collecting funds for kids, ballistic vests, surviving spouses and kids or any one of a hundred other reasons. You tell them that you would like their information so that local LE can check on them or you ask them to mail you their information. They will try to discourage you from doing these things and if you press them, they will get angry at you and / or just hang up.    Remember….  When In Doubt, Check It Out !!!!    Sheriff Karl Dailey

IF YOU ARE TIRED OF GETTING ALL THOSE CREDIT CARD AD’S IN THE MAIL - AND YOU WANT TO REDUCE THE RISK OF IDENTITY THEFT, YOU CAN NOW CALL  —  1-888-567-8688  —  AND OPT OUT OF GETTING THE MAIL AD’S. IT IS GOOD FOR 5 YEARS, MUCH LIKE THE PHONE “DO NOT CALL” LIST.  FOR MORE INFORMATION, YOU CAN ALSO GO TO —  www.ftc.gov/privacy/protect.shtm  —    Sheriff Karl Dailey

There is a new link on this site that will help you find out if a check you received is connected to a fraud or scam. If you suspect that the check you received may be counterfeit, click on the link Fake Check .org  - In The Link Section of This Site.

A very useful tool is available to ANYONE who has been a victim of “Internet Crime” or has received an E-Mail that is an attempt to commit a fraud. That tool is a website called the “Internet Crime Complaint Center.” Through this site, a person can report a crime or an attempted fraud. The website address is  —-  www.ic3.gov  —- There is also a ton of information available through the site and it is fairly simple to navigate. I hope that many of you will visit the site and take advantage of the information offered. — Sheriff K. Dailey

Sometime Between May 5th and May 8, 2009 unknown persons took a White 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid bearing Nebraska license plate 69B809.  The vehicle was parked in the alley on the residential side of the 900 Block of Chadron Avenue with the keys left inside.  Anyone with information leading to the recovery of the vehicle or person(s) involved is urged to contact Crimestoppers at 308-432-0519.  Individuals calling Crimestoppers can remain anonymous.  Sgt. J. Wallage  (UPDATE) on Monday July 13, 2009 The Chadron Police Department learned that a subject was apprehended while driving the stolen vehicle in Florida.  (More Details to Follow) Sgt. J. Wallage

ANGELA M. BIRD

DOB: 1967     5’06    115 LB
HAIR: Blonde    EYES: Gray

AKA’S: Angela Hales, Angela Birt

Angela has been missing since the morning of June 4th, 2008. According to her husband, she may be suicidal. She left her residence in the family suburban which is registered to Cheyenne Orthodontics. Her purse, cell phone and wallet were left behind. She has a small scar above her left eye and usually wears a silver necklace with a single black stone. She liked to frequent the areas of Glendo State Park, Vedauwoo, other areas in Albany County, etc.  Any questions regarding this case should be directed to Detective Bonnee Bristow with the Cheyenne Police Department at (307) 637-6510.  —  ANGELA HAS BEEN LOCATED - SADLY DECEASED — Sheriff Karl Dailey

SUBJECT CAPTURED BY CRAWFORD (NE) P.D. OFFICERS  – 

CAUTION - HISTORY OF RESISTING ARREST & OPERATING A MOTOR VEHICLE TO AVOID
ARREST

Wanted  -  Abscound  Adult Parole - Scottsbluff - Justin Tyler Britthouer,

W/M,  20 YO,  5′11″,  175,  Black  Hair,  Brown Eyes

Last Seen :Scottsbluff Area

Committed by Scotts Bluff County for 2nd Degree Forgery.

A Felony Arrest warrant has been issued for Henry Joseph Foos charging him with First Degree Escape, DUI and Simple Assault on a Public Officer.

Foos is a white male, 36 years of age, approximately 6’00” tall, 200 pounds, brown hair with hazel eyes. Foos may or may not be wearing glasses.

Foos is believed to be in or around the Rapid City area.

If you observe this subject or have any knowledge of his whereabouts, please do not approach.
Please contact the Pennington County Sheriffs Office at 605-394-6117, the Rapid City Police Department at 605-394-4131 or the nearest law enforcement agency if you have any information which would result in the arrest of this individual.

 South Dakota Authorities captured Mr. Foos after an anonymous tip as to his location… Sheriff Karl Dailey