49's Crime Tracker
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Thieves are targeting women and taking purses
Monday, Nov. 10, 2008
Everything you keep in your purse can be gone in an instant, leaving you open and exposed for other crimes. Last night, two women fell victim to a purse snatcher in Topeka. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew did some digging and found out how much this crime has increased in Topeka, and why more people are falling victim to purse snatchings. Watch video.
Vandals hit KTKA windows
Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2008
Not all election celebrations ended peacefully. Here in Topeka, police had their hands full with vandalism after the announcement of Obama's win. Watch video.
Topeka Police search for KIA Sepctra taken in carjacking
Friday, Oct. 17, 2008
The Topeka Police Department are on the case of a carjacking. Thursday night a man pointed a revolver at a motorist stopped at a red light and stole her car. Plus, where another carjacking happened later in the day. Watch video.
Apartment complex parking lot targeted
Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008
Find out how the suspected thieves were apprehended. Watch video.
No charges are being filed after a child was held at gunpoint
Friday, Oct. 10, 2008
A mother's son was held at gunpoint during a home invasion, and now the district attorney isn't filing charges. 49 News Reporter Jessica Drew explains why the suspect is walking free, and what effects this has on the family. Watch video.
Home invasion victim speaks out after attack
Thursday, Oct. 9, 2008
A Topeka man held at gunpoint fights off robbers with a kitchen knife. In a story you'll see only on 49 News, Reporter Marshanna Hester spoke with the victim who fought back. She explains what happened and why the victim says he'd protect himself again even if that meant losing his own life. Watch video.
CrimeStoppers looking for Family Dollar break-in suspect
Thursday, Sept. 25, 2008
You can help police if you recognize the person recorded on surveillance video. Watch video.
Man severely beaten during home invasion
Wednesday, Sept. 24, 2008
A Topeka man is in serious condition tonight after he was beaten during a home invasion. 49 News Reporter Marshanna Hester explains what makes this home invasion different from the others and why the crime may change some strategies of the Safest Capital City campaign. Watch video.
Police warn of door-to-door cable scam
Monday, Sept. 8, 2008
A man who is presenting himself as a Cox Communications employee is taking people's cash. If you fell for his scam, there's hope of getting your money back. If you haven't, we have advice on how you can avoid becoming his next victim. Read story.
Police identify top stolen cars in Topeka, ways to prevent auto theft
Sunday, Sept. 7, 2008
Find out how Topeka police are taking a new approach to car thefts and learn what make and model tops the list. Watch video.
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