A late-night report of a suspicious man peering into car windows sent Portsmouth Police to the Highland Avenue and McConnell Avenue area just before 10 p.m., following recent vehicle thefts in the neighborhood.
🚓 Officers Search — and Spot Their Guy
At first, officers found no one.
But ten minutes later, a man matching the caller’s description was spotted near 17th and Franklin.
Police detained him, ran his information, and discovered he had an open warrant out of Franklin County.
But here’s the twist:
Franklin County didn’t want to extradite him over the charge — meaning Portsmouth Police had no legal grounds to hold him.
So after documenting the stop, officers sent him on his way.
🚘 Keep Your Car Safe — Simple Tips That Actually Work
With multiple vehicle prowler calls coming in lately, officers are reminding everyone to lock it up and light it up:
🔒 Lock your doors — even in your driveway.
🎒 Don’t leave valuables visible (bags, wallets, electronics).
🔦 Use motion lights to deter nighttime roamers.
📹 Check your security cameras — and save clips if you spot anything suspicious.
📱 Call police immediately if you see someone checking car handles or peering into windows.
Criminals love quiet neighborhoods and dark corners — don’t make it easy.
