News Release

Date:

October 25, 2006

Incident Type:

Burglary of Habitation, Burglary of Building, Burglary of Motor Vehicle,  Criminal Mischief,  Criminal Trespass, Theft of a Firearm, and Theft

Date / Time of Occurrence:

Occurred over the past two weeks

Location of Occurrence:

Numerous private residences in Manvel

Victim(s):

Numerous residents of Manvel

Suspect:

A 17 year old Manvel resident, Joe Pruett was arrested along with a 15 year old juvenile. They were detained after being found in possession of some of the stolen property.

Charges and Bail:

The 17-year-old male has been charged by Brazoria county deputies and is out on bail at this time. The 15-year-old juvenile remains in custody at the Juvenile Detention Center.

Narrative of Incident:

Officers of the Manvel Police Department were assisted by Brazoria County deputies who arrested a 17-year-old man and a 15-year-old juvenile, both Manvel residents. The Sheriff’s Dept. deputies filed initial charges and further charges are anticipated. Over the past two weeks, the Manvel Police Department received numerous calls of Burglary of Habitations, Burglary of Buildings, Burglary of Motor Vehicles, Criminal Mischief, Criminal Trespassing and Thefts that were linked to these two suspects. Further investigation by Manvel Police Department Officers and the execution of a search warrant at one of the suspect’s home in Manvel uncovered much of the stolen loot, which will result in more charges against the two and clearing over 30 cases.

The pair entered into unlocked vehicles where they rifled through the interior, taking assorted change and other items of value. They also broke into homes and storage sheds, damaging them and stealing property.

All residents are urged to lock their house, garage and storage sheds and their vehicle. Unsecured items like this are prime target for thieves.

Press Release prepared by:

Sgt. Jay Coffman (jcoffman@manvelpd.org)

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