Maple Valley Police believe a bike-riding robber has held up three Maple Valley businesses at gunpoint in recent weeks. On Monday afternoon, a man with a bandanna covering his face entered the pro shop at the Elk Run Golf Course, pulled out a gun and demanded money, then rode off on a bicycle. Police say [...]
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Call about neighborhood safety concerns, police advise
Everyone knows what to do in an emergency: Call 911. Less clear is how — and when — to bother Maple Valley police about more minor issues in the neighborhood. “Our police department cannot assist the citizens of Maple Valley with their concerns unless they bring them to our attention and we are advised of [...]
Home design may deter criminals, police say
While Maple Valley burglary rates dropped in March, police say residents can tweak the design of their homes to prevent break-ins. The features of a home’s exterior along with the correct installation of deadbolts can deter criminals, according to Taryn Weatherford, crime prevention specialist for the Maple Valley Police. Only three burglaries were reported within [...]
Answer a stranger’s knock, police advise
The Maple Valley police have some unexpected advice for dealing with strangers who knock at your door: Let them know you’re home. A recent local burglary trend involves suspects knocking first before attempting a break-in, according to the March “On Target” newsletter produced by Taryn Weatherford, the crime prevention specialist for Maple Valley police. Though [...]
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