South Durham Criminal Incident Reports for October 2024

According to the City of Durham Police Department’s LexisNexis Community Crime Map, during the past month our South Durham neighborhoods have seen a range of criminal activities and incidents, from property crimes like larceny and vandalism to more serious offenses, including assault and robbery.

The data indicates that residents between Sept. 12 and Oct. 2 have reported:

• Thefts: 13.
• Motor vehicle thefts: 22.
• Aggravated assaults: 5.
• Blackmail/extortion: 2.
• Commercial burglaries: 2.
• Death investigations: 3.
• Drug/Narcotics Violations: 4.
• Fraud/Forgery: 12.
• Harassment/Intimidation: 5.
• Missing Person/Runaway: 3.
• Motor vehicle burglaries: 34.
• Residential burglaries: 3.
• Robbery of individuals: 5.
• Sex offenses: 2.
• Simple assault: 11.
• Thefts: 13.
• Vandalism: 19.

Here’s a sampling of recent incidents around our area. ChatGPT addicted with the analysis of the data:

Aggravated Assault

Sept. 15

• 3:40 p.m.: Other residence/multi-family in the 100 block of Bear Creek Path.

Sept. 18

• 12:25 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5000 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 19

• 5:15 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 4600 block of South Miami Boulevard.

Sept. 22

• 10:19 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5800 block of Tattersall Drive.

Sept. 24

• 1:40 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 200 block of Residence Inn Boulevard.

Blackmail/Extortion

Sept. 17

• 12 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 1200 block of Catch Fly Lane.

Burglary – Commercial

Sept. 12

• 11:16 a.m.: Drug store/doctor’s office/hospital in the 2000 block of Sedwick Road.

Sept. 29

• 5:44 p.m.: Restaurant in the 4100 block of Surles Court.

Burglary – Motor Vehicle

Sept. 12

• 10 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 200 block of Aaron Circle.

Sept. 13

• 9 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1000 block of Slater Road.

Sept. 14

• 6:30 a.m.: Government/public building in the 6300 block of Farrington Road.
• 7 a.m.: Construction site in the 800 block of St. Charles Street.
• 8:07 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5200 block of Page Road.
• 8:15 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1000 block of Slater Road.
• 2:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 300 block of Sean Francis Way.
• 10:30 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 6100 block of Farrington Road.
• 11 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 4600 block of Hope Valley Road.

Sept. 15

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 2300 block of Spring Meadow Drive.
• 1 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of East NC Highway 54.
• 2:30 p.m.: Shopping mall in the 6900 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 6 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 500 block of Clarion Bridge Way.

Sept. 16

• 8:50 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 2300 block of Spring Meadow Drive.
• 11:30 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of East NC Highway 54.
• 6:13 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1100 block of Exchange Place.
• 9 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.
• 10 p.m.: Highway/road/alley/street/sidewalk in the 2900 block of South Miami Boulevard.

Sept. 17

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5300 block of Penrith Drive.
• 4 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5700 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 4:31 p.m.: Drug store/doctor’s office/hospital in the 7000 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 7 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 100 block of Village Circle Way.
• 9 p.m.: Other residence/multi-family in the 1700 block of Trail View Lane.
• 10 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1300 block of Trail View Lane.
• 10 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 100 block of Village Circle Way.
• 11:20 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5700 block of Faulkner Street.

Sept. 18

• 10 a.m.: Shopping mall in the 6900 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 5:38 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 300 block of Cascade Falls Lane.
• 6:31 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 7800 block of NC Highway 751.

Sept. 19

• 9:30 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 6100 block of Farrington Road.

Sept. 20

• 12 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5200 block of Page Road.
• 1 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5300 block of Penrith Drive.

Sept. 21

• 9 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 200 block of Chattahoochee Street.

Sept. 22

• 12 a.m.: Church/synagogue/temple/mosque in the 2300 block of Presidential Drive.
• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 1100 block of Kudzu Street.
• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.

Sept. 24

• 4:39 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 2500 block of Meridian Parkway.
• 8 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of NC Highway 54 East.
• 11 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 1000 block of Laceflower Drive.

Sept. 25

• 8:30 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 900 block of Cinnamon Drive.
• 9:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5100 block of Torrey Pine Lane.
• 10:35 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.

Sept. 26

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 5800 block of Farrington Road.
• 1 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1200 block of Laurel Springs Drive.
• 10:30 a.m.: Commercial office building in the 7000 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 12:30 p.m.: Shopping mall in the 6900 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 2:34 p.m.: Specialty/store in the 7000 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 3:02 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 7000 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 3:43 p.m.: Commercial office building in the 2500 block of Old Cornwallis Road.
• 7:12 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 200 block of Leigh Farm Road.

Sept. 27

• 5:19 p.m.: Commercial office building in the 4300 block of South Alston Avenue.

Sept. 28

• 9:37 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in 400 block of Glen Falls Lane.

Sept. 30

• 6:46 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 100 block of Folsom Lane.

Oct. 1

• 3:25 p.m.: Dock/wharf/freight/modal terminal in the 100 block of National Way.
• 5:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5900 block of Tattersall Drive.

What Does the Data Tell Us?

The data on motor vehicle burglaries in South Durham highlights several key points:

1. High frequency in residential areas: The majority of burglaries occurred at multi-family and single-family homes, with 27 incidents reported in these areas. This suggests residential neighborhoods are the primary targets.
2. Hotels/Motels as secondary targets: Six incidents occurred at hotels/motels, indicating that locations with transient populations are also vulnerable to vehicle burglaries.
3. Broad time range: These incidents occurred throughout the day and night, from early morning (6:30 a.m.) to late evening (11 p.m.), showing no specific pattern tied to time of day.
4. Public and commercial locations: Public buildings, shopping malls, and office buildings were also targeted, though less frequently, with 5 incidents.

In conclusion, motor vehicle burglaries in South Durham predominantly occur in residential areas but extend to hotels and commercial properties, with no clear time-based pattern.

Burglary – Residential

Sept. 14

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 6100 block of Pine Glen Trail.

Sept. 15

• 12:09 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1300 block of First Edition Drive.

Sept. 26

• 12 p.m.: Home of victim/single-family in the 500 block of South Bend Drive.

Death Investigation

Sept. 22

• 10:13 p.m.: Home of victim/single family on Periwinkle Place.

Sept. 27

• 6:59 p.m.: Drug store/doctor’s office/hospital in the 6000 block of Fayetteville Road.

Sept. 28

• 5:31 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 6000 block of Fayetteville Road.

Drugs/Narcotics Violation

Sept. 13

• 8:31 p.m.: Parking/drop lot/garage in the 7600 block of Fayetteville Road.

Sept. 19

• 7:50 a.m.: Parking/drop lot/garage in the 3700 block of South Alston Avenue.

Sept. 25

• 6:01 a.m.: Convenience store in the 4700 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 30

• 5:54 a.m.: Highway/road/alley/street/sidewalk at intersection of 1200 block of Haventree Road and Rustic Wood Lane.

Fraud/Forgery

Sept. 12

• 12 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 8200 block of Morrell Lane.
• 6:12 a.m.: Convenience store in the 4700 block of NC Highway 55.
• 2 p.m.: Bank/savings and loan in the 1100 block of Slater Road.
• 2 p.m.: Bank/savings and loan in the 2400 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 17

• 1 p.m.: Cyberspace in the 1500 block of Woodway Club Drive.

Sept. 18

• 12 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 100 block of Pelsett Street.
• 11 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 100 block of Lotus Lilly Drive.
• 9:18 p.m.: Bank/savings and loan in the 4700 block of Hope Valley Road.

Sept. 20

• 9:15 a.m.: Convenience store in the 300 block of Davis Drive.
• 10:55 a.m.: Bank/savings and loan in the 2400 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 23

• 1:44 p.m.: Cyberspace in the 4400 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 24

• 12 a.m.: Bank/savings and loan in the 5100 block of Huxley Glenn Court.

Sept. 25

• 11 a.m.: Cyberspace on East Gleewood Place.

Sept. 26

• 12 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 500 block of Laurel Springs Drive.

What Does the Data Tell Us?

The data on fraud/forgery incidents in South Durham reveals a few important trends:

1. Prevalence of Cyber-related Crimes: A significant number of incidents (7 out of 14) occurred in cyberspace, indicating a high level of online fraud activity. These incidents ranged from early morning to late evening, showing no clear time pattern.
2. Banks and Financial Institutions Targeted: Several incidents (5 out of 14) took place at banks and savings and loan institutions, suggesting these locations are particularly vulnerable to fraud attempts.
3. Convenience Stores Involvement: Two fraud incidents were reported at convenience stores, highlighting that such locations are not immune to fraudulent activities.

Overall, the data points to a mix of cyber-related and physical location fraud, with banks and online platforms being prime targets in the South Durham area.

Harassment/Intimidation

Sept. 13

• 9:58 a.m.: Cyberspace in the 3200 block of Stonesthrow Lane.
• 5:15 p.m.: Drug store/doctor’s office/hospital in the 6000 block of Fayetteville Road.

Sept. 14

• 10:49 p.m.: Cyberspace in the 7000 block of Fayetteville Road.
• 10 p.m.: Grocery store/supermarket in the 4900 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 28

• 10:44 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 400 block of Glen Falls Lane.

Missing Person/Runaway

Sept. 12

• 1:44 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5000 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 27

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 100 block of Larkspur Circle.

Sept. 29

• 12:15 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 700 block of Oxboro Circle.

Motor Vehicle Theft

Sept. 14

• 8 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of Southpoint Crossing Drive.
• 10:59 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 4700 block of Guardian Drive.
• 6 p.m.: Other residence/multi-family in the 800 block of Woodcroft Parkway.
• 8 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 200 block of Southpoint Crossing Drive.
• 9:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1700 block of Folsom Lane.
• 10:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5300 block of Penrith Drive.

Sept. 15

• 6:49 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.
• 7:15 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 500 block of Folsom Lane.

Sept. 16

• 12 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1100 block of Exchange Place.
• 6:44 a.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 1000 block of Kingswood Drive.
• 2:29 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 5100 block of Torrey Pine Lane.
• 5:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1100 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 17

• 2:04 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of Merrion Park Lane.
• 5:49 a.m.: Other residence/multi-family in the 1400 block of NC Highway 54 East.
• 7:28 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1100 block of Exchange Place.
• 8:30 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 700 block of Starling Lane.
• 9 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 700 block of Audubon Lake Drive.

Sept. 18

• 2:10 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1000 block of Everglades Way.

Sept. 19

• 8 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5200 block of Page Road.
• 11 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 5200 block of Page Road.

Sept. 20

• 1:50 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 4500 block of Langdon Drive.
• 9 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 4600 block of Hope Valley Road.
• 9:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 4300 block of Waterford Valley Drive.

Sept. 24

• 7:32 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1400 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 27

• 3:28 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5100 block of Copper Ridge Drive.
• 2:20 p.m.: Auto dealership in the 1000 block of Southpoint Auto Park Boulevard.

Sept. 28

• 9:14 p.m.: Commercial office building in the 8100 block of Renaissance Parkway.

Sept. 30

• 11 p.m.: Other residence/multi-family in the 100 block of Allagosh Drive.

What Does the Data Tell Us?

The data on motor vehicle thefts in South Durham reveals several trends:

1. Residential Areas as Primary Targets:
   • A significant portion of incidents (20 out of 29) occurred at multi-family or single-family homes, indicating that residential areas are the primary targets for motor vehicle thefts.
2. Hotels/Motels:
   • 4 incidents were reported at hotels or motels, suggesting these locations, which experience high visitor turnover, are also common targets.
3. Timing:
   • The thefts occurred throughout the day, from early morning (6:49 a.m.) to late night (11 p.m.), showing no clear time pattern.
4. Commercial and Public Locations:
   • There were also 2 incidents at commercial locations (auto dealerships and commercial office buildings), highlighting that vehicle theft can extend beyond residential areas.

In summary, motor vehicle theft in South Durham is predominantly concentrated in residential areas, with some cases in hotels and commercial locations, occurring at varying times of the day.

Robbery – Individual

Sept. 14

• 1:48 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 4800 block of Page Creek Lane.

Sept. 23

• 5:30 p.m.: Highway/road/alley/street/sidewalk in the 6900 block of Fayetteville Road.

Sept. 27

• 12:25 a.m.: Highway/road/alley/street/sidewalk in the 5000 block of Page Road.

Sept. 29

• 2:30 p.m.: Restaurant in the 1100 block of Slater Road.

Sept. 30

• 1:58 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 800 block of Falls Pointe Drive.

Sex Offense – Indecent Exposure

Sept. 25

• 2:30 P.M.: Government/public building in the 4500 block of South Alston Avenue.

Sex Offense – Pornography/Obscene Material

Sept. 25

• 2 p.m.: Cyberspace in the 4900 block of Old Page Road.

Simple Assault

Sept. 12

• 4 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 6100 block of Yellowstone Drive.

Sept. 13

• 4:20 p.m.: Grocery store/supermarket in the 4900 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 15

• 11 p.m.: Home of offender/single family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.

Sept. 16

• 6:15 p.m.: Specialty/store in the 4700 block of NC Highway 55.

Sept. 17

• 9:37 a.m.: Restaurant in the 2100 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 18

• 8:06 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.

Sept. 21

• 11:39 a.m.: Home of offender/single family in the 700 block of Wellingham Drive.
• 5:32 p.m.: Restaurant in the 4200 block of South Alston Avenue.

Sept. 23

• 4:20 a.m.: Commercial office building in the 100 block of National Way.

Sept. 25

• 4:49 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 400 block of Keating Street.

Sept. 26

• 5:26 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 6000 block of Fayetteville Road.

Oct. 1

• 12:59 p.m.: Convenience store in the 4900 block of NC Highway 55.

What Does the Data Tell Us?

The data on simple assaults in South Durham reveals the following key points:

1. Location Distribution:
   • Residential Areas: 5 incidents occurred at homes (either single-family or multi-family), showing that simple assaults often happen in domestic or familiar environments.
   • Commercial Locations: 4 incidents took place at grocery stores, restaurants, or convenience stores, highlighting that public spaces with frequent foot traffic are also common locations for these assaults.
   • Workplaces: 1 incident was reported at a commercial office building, indicating that workplace assaults, while less common, also occur.
2. Timeframe:
   • The incidents happened at various times of the day, from early morning (8:06 a.m.) to late at night (11 p.m.), with no clear pattern of timing, suggesting that simple assaults can happen unpredictably.

In summary, simple assaults in South Durham occur both in residential settings and in public spaces, with no clear time-based pattern.

Theft – Larceny – All Other

Sept. 13

• 12 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 5300 block of Jessip Street.

Sept. 15

• 11:32 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 6200 block of Pine Glen Trail.
• 8 p.m.: Construction site in the 5100 block of Farrington Road.

Sept. 18

• 7:50 a.m.: Convenience store in the 2000 block of Presidential Drive.

Sept. 19

• 12 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 100 block of Putnam Lane.

Sept. 20

• 9 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 1200 block of Southpoint Crossing Drive.

Sept. 21

• 4:05 p.m.: Construction site in the 5600 block of Crescent Drive.

Sept. 27

• 3:04 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 1400 block of Piperwood Court.

Oct. 1

• 3:21 p.m.: Highway/road/alley/street/sidewalk in the 5700 block of Arringdon Park Drive.

Theft – Larceny – Building

Sept. 13

• 6 p.m.: Shopping mall in the 6900 block of Fayetteville Road.

Sept. 15

• 1:47 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 6200 block of Pine Glen Trail.

Sept. 18

• 7 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 300 block of Aaron Circle.

Sept. 20

• 12 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 6100 block of Farrington Road.

Vandalism

Sept. 12

• 8:38 a.m.: Commercial office building in the 4200 block of Surles Court.

Sept. 15

• 8 p.m.: Shopping mall in the 8000 block of Renaissance Parkway.
• 9:18 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 400 block of Glen Falls Lane.

Sept. 16

• 5:57 a.m.: Restaurant in the 1000 block of Slater Road.
• 6:56 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 300 block of Residence Inn Boulevard.

Sept. 17

• 11:42 p.m.: Church/synagogue/temple/mosque in the 8300 block of NC Highway 751.

Sept. 21

• 10:47 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 2500 block of Meridian Parkway.
• 9:14 p.m.: Specialty/store in the 2200 block of NC Highway 54 East.

Sept. 22

• 3:14 p.m.: Rental storage facility in the 1600 block of T.W. Alexander Drive.
• 6:36 p.m.: Home of victim/single family in the 5200 block of Revere Road.

Sept. 23

• 9 p.m.: Other/unknown in the 1700 block of T.W. Alexander Drive.

Sept. 24

• 2 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 800 block of East Woodcroft Parkway.

Sept. 26

• 11:30 p.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 100 block of Clarion Bridge Way.

Sept. 27

• 1:49 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 4900 block of South Miami Boulevard.
• 7:30 p.m.: Hotel/motel in the 300 block of Residence Inn Boulevard.

Sept. 28

• 1 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 5900 block of Tattersall Drive.
• 2 a.m.: Home of victim/multi-family in the 900 block of Edinborough Drive.

Sept. 30

• 11 a.m.: Hotel/motel in the 900 block of Slater Road.

What Does the Data Tell Us?

The data on vandalism incidents in South Durham shows the following trends:

1. Locations:
   • Residential Areas: 7 incidents occurred at multi-family or single-family homes, indicating that residences are frequently targeted for vandalism.
   • Commercial and Public Buildings: 8 incidents occurred at commercial properties, including offices, hotels, restaurants, and stores, showing that businesses are also prime targets.
   • Religious Institutions and Storage Facilities: Vandalism incidents were reported at a church and a rental storage facility, highlighting that various public and private spaces are affected.
2. Hotels/Motels: Vandalism at hotels/motels appears notably frequent, with 5 incidents reported across several different properties, suggesting that transient locations are vulnerable to such crimes.
3. Time of Day:
   • Incidents occurred throughout the day and night, from early morning (5:57 a.m.) to late evening (11:42 p.m.), indicating no specific time pattern for these crimes.

In summary, vandalism in South Durham is widespread across residential, commercial, and public properties, with hotels and residential areas being common targets.