Overview
A group of four suspects stole over $8,000 in merchandise, primarily Nike fleece items, from multiple Dick's Sporting Goods stores. Police pursued and apprehended them after a high-speed chase, resulting in criminal charges.
Incident Summary
- Shoplifters stole approximately $5,000 in Nike merchandise from Dick's Sporting Goods before fleeing.
- Suspects were identified as one male and three females, two of whom had long braids, ranging in age from 16 to 31.
- The suspects used a black Chevy Trail Blazer with Michigan license plate RQ50 Tom No 85.
- Employees observed the theft but were unable to stop the suspects as they ran out.
Police Pursuit and Apprehension
- Officers initiated a pursuit, with speeds reaching up to 110 mph and dangerous driving reported.
- Multiple police units coordinated to intercept the suspects, deploying spike strips and monitoring traffic conditions.
- The vehicle was stopped at mile marker 189, and officers arrested all four suspects.
- Two female suspects were confirmed minors (at least one 16 years old).
Evidence and Identification
- Merchandise recovered totaled over $8,000 and included items from more than one store.
- Officers sorted stolen items to determine which stores they originated from.
- Suspects were questioned about previous offenses, but responses were evasive.
Charges and Processing
- All suspects were charged with shoplifting, failure to comply with police orders, and criminal trespass.
- Minors were sent to juvenile detention; adults were processed separately.
- Officers logged and itemized all recovered merchandise for appropriate charges.
Decisions
- All suspects charged with shoplifting, failure to comply, and criminal trespass.
- Minors sent to juvenile detention while adults processed at adult facilities.
Action Items
- TBD – Officers: Complete the catalog and documentation of all stolen merchandise.
- TBD – Investigators: Confirm which stores the merchandise was stolen from and coordinate charges with other jurisdictions as needed.