Smash-and-Grab Burglary Attempts in Royal Oak Township, Detroit

Two U-Haul trucks were used in smash-and-grab attempts at businesses in Royal Oak Township and Detroit. The incidents occurred on the night of October 20, 2023. In Royal Oak Township, a U-Haul truck was used to smash through the front of a business, resulting in significant damage. The suspects attempted to steal electronics and cash, valued at approximately $5,000. However, they were unable to take anything due to the quick response of the police. The suspects fled the scene in the U-Haul truck and are still at large. In Detroit, another U-Haul truck was used to ram through the front of a business. The suspects attempted to steal electronics and cash, valued at approximately $10,000. The suspects were able to escape with some of the stolen items before police arrived. The police are appealing for any information that could lead to the arrest of the suspects.

No injuries were reported in either incident. The police have released surveillance footage of the incidents and are urging the public to come forward with any information. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to identify the suspects involved in both incidents. The police have not made any arrests yet, but they are actively pursuing leads. The exact locations of the businesses targeted in these incidents have not been disclosed to the public.