Crime Prevention Blotter
Tag: Crime Stoppers
October 3, 2019 4:25 PM
There is an active group of persons in a convoy of vehicles going throughout communities in and around Madison, breaking into cars as well as homes. The MO is to check the car in the driveway and upon finding it unlocked, use the garage door opener to make entry into your home. This group is … [read more]
June 5, 2019 11:10 AM
On behalf of the Madison Police Department Burglary Crime Unit, Happy Summer! We hope it is a safe one for you and yours. To assist in that endeavor, we have some tips to keep you, your residences and properties safe. As the supervisor of the BCU, I review the vast majority of case reports … [read more]
May 16, 2019 10:15 AM
There have been 150 stolen vehicles so far in 2019, a 14% increase over same time period last year. In April of this year, the City had 34 stolen autos reported, representing a 36% increase over April of 2018. Of the 34 stolen autos reported in April, 28 had keys left in them. Two stolen … [read more]
January 16, 2019 2:44 PM
Who wouldn't love to be that winner you see on TV holding a great big sweepstakes check? That's what con artists are counting on when they claim to be Publishers Clearing House. This trick is an oldie but goodie for scammers. The scam starts with a call or letter saying you've won the … [read more]
January 7, 2019 2:53 PM
Are you looking to escape the Wisconsin winter for some warmer weather? Whether you are going on a short vacation or consider yourself a snowbird, it is important to prep your home before you leave. Here are 10 safety tips and best practices for snowbirds and vacationers: Make … [read more]
December 4, 2017 5:07 PM
The holidays can be stressful enough without the added burden of trying to avoid becoming a theft victim. Our friends with the Brown County Sheriff’s Department just sent out a statewide alert telling us of a new twist on an old scam. The Sheriff’s Department knew that folks could use this alert … [read more]
December 9, 2016 2:59 PM
Remember No Shovels, No Snow, No work needed. The Madison Police Department and Madison Area Crime Stoppers need your help in identifying suspects in a rash of burglaries that occurred Wednesday, December 7th between 1pm and 5pm. In these cases the suspects report looking for work shoveling … [read more]
September 22, 2015 1:51 PM
The Madison Police Department Crime Prevention Safety Tip of the week. Skimmers are in Madison. This crime involves two pieces of equipment A card reader A pin hole camera viewing the keypad Skimmers are devices that are placed over the card reader on ATMs. This allows the … [read more]
August 4, 2014 10:31 AM
Many of us are travelling near and far during the summer months and are often eager to share pictures and updates with friends and family via social media sites. While you may be anxious to share pictures of your time away from home, please think about the following ideas when posting … [read more]
July 22, 2014 1:08 AM
Have you thought about getting an alarm at your home? It is a personal choice that certainly does not come without additional expenses. As an alarm owner for the past 17 years at three different properties, here are a few tips and ideas I can share for you to consider if you have decided to … [read more]
June 30, 2014 9:31 AM
Have you ever wondered how secure your doors and locks really are in your home? This week, we encourage you to take a few minutes and examine the locks on the doors leading into your home from your garage. Deadbolts should be used on every exterior door if possible. Many garage doors … [read more]
June 5, 2014 1:42 PM
The Madison Police Department and Crime Prevention Unit need your help in stopping “Grandma” scams…you may have heard of these before. Crime Stoppers received two recent reports of the “Grandma” scam in the Madison area. Here is how the scam works…A victim answers the phone and the … [read more]
May 29, 2014 12:36 PM
With warmer temperatures, Madison may see an increase in home improvement scams and we need your help in stopping them. In 2013, one of the top scams reported was a “repair person” going door to door and offering to do repairs on homes or driveways. These were always unsolicited visits … [read more]
October 11, 2013 8:37 AM
The Madison Police Department and Crime Stoppers need your help in identifying suspects in the passing of counterfeit bills. On Friday, October 4th at 7pm, two counterfeit bills were passed on Madison's west side. The suspects washed a $5.00 bill and copied the information from a $100 … [read more]