Teens Stood Accused of Multiple Auto Burglaries in Starkville
In a series of chilling events, Starkville, a city laden with history and charm, witnessed an unsettling wave of auto burglaries last week. The incident that transpired led to the arrest of four teenagers, two being from Louisville, one from Starkville, and an unidentified 16-year-old male juvenile.
Details of the Incident
In the early hours of Sunday, June 23, local law enforcement responded to a distress call from The Pines Manufactured Home and RV Community located in the 1000 block of Louisville Street. Eyewitness reports described a group of teenagers engaging in suspicious activities, including breaking into parked vehicles in the vicinity. Swiftly reacting to the tip-off, the officers promptly set up a perimeter and apprehended all four culprits.
The Charges
The arrested teens are facing charges, that variate. Shy Pittman, 18, hailing from Starkville, stands accused of possession of a stolen firearm, committing eight auto burglaries, possessing controlled substances, and disorderly conduct. Montrikius Idom is due to face charges of possessing a stolen firearm and committing eight auto burglaries. The 19-year-old from Louisville, Jermarium Yates, is looking at charges of committing eight auto burglaries. Lastly, the unidentified juvenile male is also charged with committing eight auto burglaries in addition to a curfew violation.
The investigation unveiled that the firearms found in Pittman and Idom’s possession were reportedly stolen from Louisville, marking an unnerving discovery for the concerned authorities.
Acknowledgment of Law Enforcement
A post made by the Starkville Police Department expressed the police’s gratitude towards their officers’ bravery and the vigilant residents who reported the activities. “It is a testament to our officers’ courage that they regularly respond to criminal activities with armed suspects. We are especially grateful to the members of our community who took action and reported this suspicious activity,” the post read.
Looking for More Information
Starkville law enforcement is open to any additional information that could help with their investigation. They encourage information to be directed to SPD at 662-323-4131 or the Golden Triangle Crime Stoppers at 800-530-7151. Information can also be anonymously submitted through the anonymous tip system on their website. Moreover, Crime Stoppers offers a cash reward as an incentive for actionable leads.
Urging Community Support in Crime Prevention
In conclusion, local authorities extend their gratitude for the active involvement of individuals in the community that played a part to apprehend the culprits. Encouraging local residents always to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities promptly to help decrease criminal activities and uphold public safety.
