At 4:40 am on Saturday, June 24, officers responded to an alarm at Rods 6 located at 220 W Magnolia. However, due to a miscommunication between the alarm company and the business owner, the officers were incorrectly informed that no response was necessary. It was later discovered that the business had fallen victim to a burglary.
Upon the arrival of the key holder at 5:04 am, the extent of the burglary became apparent. The culprits had allegedly shattered the same glass door that was previously broken. Inside, an undetermined quantity of vape cartridges and bottles of Smirnoff Ice were stolen, with some of the recovered items being found damaged in the parking lot. Security video revealed that three individuals, believed to be juveniles, were responsible for the break-in. They allegedly forcefully entered the premises using crowbars and by kicking the compromised door.
The stolen merchandise from the incident amounted to $1,300, in addition to the cost of the damaged door. Additionally, a display case was reported missing.
A separate burglary occurred at Rods 2, located at 1339 N 9th, on Sunday, June 25 at 4:41 am.
The perpetrators gained entry by allegedly breaking the front glass door, using either a hammer or a crowbar. This time, approximately $1,500 worth of vaping equipment was allegedly stolen. Law enforcement has identified one possible individual involved through video evidence, and it is believed that the culprits are also juveniles.
Video from Rods 2, 1339 N 9th, updated Monday, July 3
