To help reduce retail thefts and to hold those committing crimes accountable, the Cheyenne Police Department’s Crime Prevention Team (CPT) conducted several pre-planned shoplifting enforcement operations throughout the month of April. Crime analytics helped officers determine hotspots for shoplifting and select specific retail stores.
The operations were successful in arresting 22 suspects for shoplifting-related offenses. Five suspects had outstanding warrants and four were cited for possession of methamphetamine/fentanyl in addition to the theft charges. Stolen property was seized by officers during the operation and returned to the stores. The CPT will continue to conduct these operations throughout Cheyenne in the hopes of reducing thefts that are targeting our local businesses.
Throughout April, the team also made 80 contacts related to suspicious activity in retail stores, issued 25 summons for shoplifting, and 11 summons for trespassing.
“Over the last calendar year, we saw a 17% increase in retail theft,” said Chief Mark Francisco. “These crimes not only impact our business community and local economy but can put workers and the public at risk. I want to commend our officers for keeping our city a safe place for businesses and shoppers.”
In 2023, the CPT was created to enhance public safety in the community. This team of specialized officers works to identify the underlying causes of crime and collaborates closely with the public to develop solutions. In 2024, the team will continue to use criminal intelligence, public education, and Crime Prevention by Environmental Design (CPTED) strategies to deter criminal activity.
April Shoplifting Arrests:
- Timothy Dawson, 47, transient / Shoplifting and an outstanding warrant
- Ashley Bibby, 36, California / Shoplifting and an outstanding warrant
- Isaac Gonzales, 27, Colorado / Shoplifting
- Sara Miller, 32, transient / Shoplifting and trespassing
- Natalie Taylor, 57, transient / Felony possession of methamphetamine/fentanyl
- Kimberly Adams, 52, Cheyenne / Misdemeanor possession of fentanyl
- Billie Oberholtzer, 34, Cheyenne / Shoplifting and trespassing
- Shana Beck, 42, Cheyenne / Shoplifting
- Carlos Galindo, 34, Cheyenne / Shoplifting and two outstanding warrants
- Ryan Mcdonald, 27, Cheyenne / Shoplifting
- Alissa Garcia, 32, Cheyenne / Shoplifting and trespassing
- Shamar Grays, 19, transient / Shoplifting and interference
- Brady Kelly-Coe, 31, Torrington / Felony shoplifting and interference
- Cydnie Collier, 24, Burns / Shoplifting and misdemeanor possession fentanyl
- Cambria Clough, 24, Gillette / Shoplifting and misdemeanor possession of
methamphetamine - Jordyn Duran, 30, Cheyenne / Shoplifting and an outstanding warrant
- Kelsey Rizzo, 32, Cheyenne/ Trespassing
- Deeanndra Martin-Colacino, 23, Cheyenne / Shoplifting
- Mathew Lovato, 38, transient / Shoplifting and an outstanding warrant
- Samantha Villa, 42, Cheyenne / Shoplifting
- Ilona Cariveau, 37, Cheyenne/ Shoplifting and trespassing
- Kelly Maestas, 36, Cheyenne / Shoplifting and trespassing