From the Brazoria County’s website (http://www.brazoria-county.com/): Brazoria County District Clerk Rhonda Barchak has indicated scammers are calling jurors and introducing themselves as Constable Buck Stevens and/or other law enforcement officers and trying to charge $1000 for fake fines with a number to call back of 281-622-1964. Mrs. Barchak … More…
The “Pigeon Drop” is also known as “The Jamaican Switch” and is a street scam with many variations. The con artist engages in a friendly conversation with a person at a bus stop, in a store, or in a parking … More…
There are crimes that could have been stopped sooner if neighbors had reported suspicious activity to police. Instead, a fear of retaliation was given as the excuse for not reporting suspicious activity to police. Reports of suspicious activity can be made … More…
Area thieves are exhibiting new behavior. They have adapted to circumvent traditional home alarms. Most area homes are built with a standard hardwire alarm system that works off magnetic contacts. Home alarms should be upgraded. While the “GOLD PACKAGE” may … More…
Residential burglaries and thefts from unlocked autos continue to affect nearby residents. Most home burglaries occur during daylight hours, between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Burglars are always looking for a soft hit where they can get in fast and out … More…
Identity theft occurs when someone obtains your personal information, such as your credit card data or Social Security number, to commit fraud or other crimes. According to the Federal Trade Commission, an estimated 9 million Americans suffer identity theft annually. … More…
Pearland Police officials report a dozen new cases have been reported in connection with the recent credit card “skimming device” theft at an east Pearland gas station, bringing the total to 36 cases. In the weeks following the holiday weekend … More…
With high school and college graduation parties and proms later this Spring, it is important that everyone be aware of information related to sponsoring parties and underage drinking. Underage Drinking Laws Minors who purchase, attempt to purchase, possess, or consume … More…
As parents, we know the importance of our teenager’s social life and that parties are a way to socialize and relax. But an unsupervised or poorly planned party can result in unwanted or even tragic consequences. Parent accountability is the … More…
The new City of Pearland website brought technology into the 21st century for the area. The Pearland Police Department offers many little-known resources to its citizens. The following resources are available to the general public: Search for crash reports and view incidents, citations and … More…