A Greeley resident reported finding ashes scattered on the floor of a friend’s home after a break-in, according to a log of incidents reported to the Greeley Police Department on March 11. The caller stated the ashes belonged to the friend’s sister.
The incident is one of several reported to the Greeley Police Department over a recent period, according to summaries released to the public. On March 6, a driver reported being struck by a snowball near the intersection of 8th Avenue and 17th Street. Later that same day, a caller reported a dispute with a tow truck driver who allegedly threatened physical violence.
Fraud and identity theft were also reported. On March 7, a caller reported a customer attempting to open a bank account using fraudulent identification, including a fake ID and social security card. On March 8, a resident suspected their email account had been compromised by an ex-partner, with password information potentially stolen. A separate incident on March 9 involved a man discovering someone was still using his old vehicle, despite having sold it a year prior and not removing the license plates.
Property crimes included a vehicle break-in on March 8 where nothing was stolen, and a hit-and-run on March 12 where a driver crashed into a retaining wall, leaving behind debris and a license plate. On March 12, a resident reported suspicious activity, noting someone was attempting to open their door but no one was visible.
Other reported incidents included a building manager discovering blood in a vacated apartment on March 9, a Snapchat user accidentally posting their social security number on the platform on March 9, and complaints about disruptive behavior. On March 10, a caller reported a group of teenagers hitting golf balls towards homes and onto the street. The same day, a resident inquired about the requirements for registering vehicle license plates in Colorado, citing a friend who had been living in the state for over 90 days with Iowa plates.
The Greeley Police Department encourages citizens to report non-emergency crimes and provides various resources, including online reporting and crime maps, according to its website. For emergencies, the department directs residents to call 911. The department is currently hiring and actively working with citizens to protect the community, according to a statement on its website.
On March 11, a caller reported hearing sounds “like a horse” coming from the apartment above. A separate incident that same day involved a concern about a daughter sharing a drink with friends who had not disclosed having oral herpes.
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