A recent surge in thefts from vehicles is making the crime blotter.

• Theft by taking – Riverwalk Terrace – 30024 - The victims’ ladder and handgun was taken from his vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry.

• Theft by taking – Galleon Drive – 30004 – The victims’ vehicle was taken. There were no signs of forced entry.

• Theft by taking – East Meadows Court – 30005 – The victims’ I-pod was taken from her vehicle. There were no signs of forced entry.

• Theft by taking – Summerlin Drive – 30005 – The victims’ DVD player was taken from his unlocked vehicle.

• Theft by taking – Lake Medlock Court – 30022 – The victims’ camera and handbag was taken from his unlocked vehicle.

Additional activities included:

• Burglary – Oak Ridge Terrace – 30005 – The victims’ I-pod was taken. There were no signs of forced entry.

• Juvenile arrest – Alderwood Cove – 30097 – Two juveniles were charged with underage possession of alcohol by consumption and were released to their parents on a copy of charges.

Note: Crime Beat updates are provided courtesy of S. Fairley and are used with permission.