On May 16, 2016, deputies were dispatched to the Javalina Crossing Saloon in the 34000 block of S. Old Black Canyon Highway, Black Canyon City, regarding a burglary. It was estimated the break-in occurred between 2:30 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. that morning.
The owner reported that unknown suspects forcibly entered the business and stole a Karaoke music system, undisclosed amount of cash, and security system equipment which include a digital video recorder (DVR). It appeared the suspects had prior knowledge of the saloon’s layout based on the type of items stolen.
Employees indicated suspicious persons were seen near the saloon the prior day and may be involved. These leads were documented for further investigation.
The point of entry was likely through a space created after a wall mounted air conditioner was removed in the office.
Detectives and evidence technicians were notified, conducted an on-site investigation and recovered evidence.
Detectives are seeking anyone with information regarding the suspects in this burglary and/or the whereabouts of stolen property. Please contact Detective Todd Swain at 928-554-8605 or Yavapai Silent Witness at 1800-932-3232. Callers to Silent Witness become eligible for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest. Refer to case number 16-017662.
On May 10, 2016, YCSO deputies were dispatched to the 3700 E Del Rio Drive, Cottonwood, regarding a home burglary. The victim believes the crime occurred sometime between 10AM on May 8, 2016, mid-afternoon on May 10, 2016, while he was out of town. It appeared suspects entered the home by prying the front door open.
Items stolen included numerous firearms, ammunition, jewelry, and music equipment. Some stolen property is highlighted below:
Firearms – Colt AR15 Rifle, Remington 870 Express shotgun, and a Savage Arms .308 Winchester in camo gun bag.
Ammunition – .233 cartridges, .357/9mm/.38 Magtech cartridges, and 2000 Winchester .223 55 grain cartridges in sealed boxes. Additionally, a rifle scope described as a Barska M16 Rifle Scope 4x 20mm Reticle Matte with Integral AR-15 handle.
Musical equipment – Norman B-20-6 Acoustic Guitar in a black SKB hard shell case and a Fender Squire Affinity Stratocaster Electric Guitar in arctic white.
Jewelry stolen includes a silver ring with turquoise inlay, silver ring with turquoise and coral, set of silver decorative shirt collar tips, and a tie tack with grey pearl and a silver chain.
Detectives are seeking anyone with information regarding the suspects in this burglary and/or the whereabouts of the stolen property. Please call the Sheriff’s Office at 928-771-3260 or Yavapai Silent Witness at 1800-932-3232. Callers to Silent Witness become eligible for a cash reward if the tip leads to an arrest. Refer to case number 16-016912.