URGENT UPDATE: Two men have been arrested early this morning for stealing heaters from a dumpster in Brook Park, Ohio, sparking concerns about local crime. The incident occurred around 6:30 a.m. on October 14, 2023, outside Fridrich Moving & Storage, located at 14800 Brookpark.
Witnesses alerted police, leading to the swift apprehension of a 42-year-old man from Brooklyn and a 44-year-old man from Cleveland who were found attempting to drive away in a Chevrolet Malibu. Upon stopping the vehicle, officers discovered that the Cleveland man was wanted on outstanding charges and located bags of suspected heroin and amphetamine along with two syringes in his clothing. Additionally, the driver had a suspended license.
This arrest highlights a troubling trend in the area, as police ramp up their efforts to combat theft and drug-related offenses.
In a separate incident, a Parma man was arrested around 1 p.m. on October 9 for urinating in the parking lot of Brookgate Shopping Center at 5773 Smith Road. Witnesses reported the act to police, who found the man zipping up his pants next to his vehicle.
Another arrest was made early this morning outside Amber’s Cabaret on Brookpark Road. Officers responded to reports of three women attempting to enter the closed nightclub around 1 a.m.. When approached, a Garfield Heights woman obstructed police by refusing to identify herself and attempted to leave the scene, leading to her arrest for obstructing official business.
Meanwhile, police are investigating two burglaries from earlier this month. On October 7, $800 in cash was reported stolen from an apartment in Park Place on 14011 Brookpark, with no signs of forced entry. Another burglary at North Park Senior Living, occurring between September 28 and September 30, resulted in the theft of various items valued at hundreds of dollars.
In a related incident, a 58-year-old homeless man was cited for providing false identification outside Statewide Express on 5231 Engle. Police had received reports of him rummaging through parked cars.
Lastly, a 50-year-old man from Middleburg Heights was arrested for operating a vehicle under the influence around 2:30 a.m. on October 12. Officers noticed his pickup truck speeding from a parking lot and running a red light on Brookpark Road. The driver admitted to consuming alcohol prior to driving and failed sobriety tests.
These incidents reflect ongoing issues in Brook Park as police continue to respond to rising criminal activities. Local authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly.
Stay tuned for further updates as we monitor developments in Brook Park and surrounding areas.
