Aurora police responded to a variety of incidents from July 27 to August 3, including a mental health crisis involving claims about ninja turtles, multiple fraud cases and a sex offense report.
Mental Health Crisis Involves Ninja Turtle Claims
Police responded August 1 to Moneta Avenue after a man reported seeing people dressed as ninja turtles in his yard who he believed were planning to steal his vehicle. The individual told officers he saw Mexicans and other people in his trees and was concerned they were going to steal his truck.
The man advised that there was no one on his property but that getting rest may help. He complained about officers asking him to come out and speak when he arrived, saying he was now preparing to shoot a gas tank through the window and went into his home. The caller had called back multiple times asking about transporting drugs and blaming police for transporting drugs.
The man eventually stated he was advised to protect himself by all means necessary and that he had been around firearms all his life. He said he was going back in the home and would come out and speak to an officer when they arrived.
The incident required extensive police response and crisis intervention.
Multiple Fraud Cases Reported
Bank Information Theft at Club A male victim reported July 27 that someone was using his bank information without authorization. The victim came to the police lobby at Club Drive seeking assistance with the identity theft case.
Complex Withdrawal Fraud A woman reported July 28 on South Chillicothe Road that someone was making withdrawals from her account and withholding personal belongings including her car. The caller advised she would like to speak with an officer about withdrawals being made from her son’s account.
Police determined the person was also withholding personal belongings like her car and that he was staying in a local hotel room. Officers checked to see if the caller had a vehicle registered in her name and confirmed she had left the city for the weekend.
Credit Card Fraud A male victim reported August 2 on Sycamore Lane that his credit card information was being used fraudulently for unauthorized purchases.
Sex Offense Investigation
Police responded August 3 to Deerfield Lane after a caller reported a male walking around naked in front of her residence. The complainant came to the door to report the incident and officers spoke with the resident, advising follow-up would occur. Video evidence was captured on a ring camera and police conducted a check-up, determining they were good to go with the follow-up investigation.
Domestic Violence Arrest
A man was arrested July 27 after a domestic dispute where a woman reported being hit in the stomach. Police responded to the scene where both parties were present. The woman declined emergency medical services and the male was arrested and transported to jail. Ara Uddin Zaheen was charged with domestic violence.
Threatening Note Left on Door
A resident on East Boulevard reported July 29 that a handwritten note was left on their door. The first line of the note read “2 deaths in that house” which upset the homeowner. The person had just moved into the residence and didn’t want to read the rest of the note because it was disturbing. Police documented the trespassing complaint and the note was left by an unknown person.
Traffic Incidents Result in Arrests
DUI Arrest Kofi Boakye was arrested August 2 during a traffic stop on West Garfield Road for operating a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The vehicle was released to another driver following the arrest.
Warrant Arrest A traffic stop August 1 resulted in citations for expired license and failure to reinstate driving privileges. The stop occurred after officers observed violations and resulted in a warrant arrest.
Warrant Service A male subject was arrested August 2 on Moneta Avenue during a warrant service for a misdemeanor charge.
Property Crimes
Business Theft An employee reported July 29 that approximately $600 was stolen from a business on West Garfield Road. Police gathered information and planned to contact parties involved in the investigation.
Family Vehicle Key Dispute A man reported July 30 on Moneta Avenue that his sister took his car key and would not return it. Police documented the family dispute.
Items Found in Attic Residents on Arbor Way reported July 30 they discovered a firearm and other items in their attic after moving into the residence. Police determined no record existed for the serial number and collected the property.
Vehicle Damage A blue GMC Sierra was damaged August 1 in a parking lot on South Bissell Road while the owner was at work. The vehicle sustained scratches and dents in what appeared to be a hit-and-run incident.
Other Incidents
Police also responded to harassment complaints, juvenile incidents with details protected under privacy laws, a death investigation involving a 90-year-old individual on North Aurora Road, and various other calls for service throughout the week.
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