Possible theft under investigation at Modesto Target, Modesto CA
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are investigating a possible petty theft at a Target store in Modesto. A male suspect, described as in his thirties to forties and about six feet tall, was reportedly using a magnetic key to open electronic display cases. The incident appears to involve a minor theft offense under code 488.
Audio|Heard on: Stanislaus County Sheriff and Fire Dispatch, Ceres Police Dispatch, and Modesto Police Dispatch
Listen to dispatch call
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Transcript:
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Five Adam Ida Yellow (number withheld).
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Suspect is at Target near McHenry Ave across from Stanford.
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Male, thirties to forties, about six feet tall.
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Wearing a blue hat, baseball t-shirt, blue shorts; using a magnetic key to unlock electronic cases.
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Incident classified as a 488[1] response.
Police codes explained
The following codes appeared in the transcript and are explained below:
[1]
488: Theft of property or goods valued below a specified monetary threshold; minor theft offense.
Disclaimer:
This transcript is automatically generated by AI from live dispatch audio. Dispatch communications may include background noise, overlapping speakers, or rapidly evolving situations, and automated transcription may not capture all details or context.
Location mentioned:
McHenry Ave Target, Modesto, CA 95350
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