Crime & Safety

U City Police: Dumpster Fire, Van Stolen

Each week, features a look at reports from the University City Police Department. Here is a look at the blotter from the week of May 20-26, 2013. 

The department arrested 65 adults and three juveniles. There was one report of arson and one motor vehicle theft.

Tuesday, May 21

  • The reporting party stated person(s) unknown stole van overnight from the 500 block of Purdue. The vehicle was later recovered in St. Louis City with damage to the steering column. 
Friday, May 24

  • Officers responded to a dumpster fire report in the 6700 block of Bartmer. The U City Fire Dept. was unable to locate a cause, but determined the fire was started possibly by kids. 


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