Category: theft

Jul 12

Community Rallies for St. Paul Man After Theft of Vehicle and Wheelchair

Stolen Vehicle and Wheelchair Spark Community Action

In a distressing incident, 26-year-old Kyle Schultz, who lives with ALS, had his 2012 Chevy Tahoe and wheelchair stolen from his St. Paul driveway earlier this week. The SUV was later discovered abandoned and stripped of parts, but the wheelchair, essential for Kyle’s mobility, remains missing. The theft has left Kyle feeling as though a crucial part of his life has been taken, amplifying the challenge of living with his condition.

Local Foundation Steps Up to Support

Responding to Kyle’s plight, Ryan O’Neill from the O’Neill Foundation of Hope has stepped in to offer assistance. Motivated by Kyle’s personal tattoo symbolizing hope, O’Neill quickly reached out to Kyle’s family through social media to arrange for a replacement wheelchair. The community’s support has also extended to a GoFundMe campaign aimed at helping Kyle secure a new vehicle and manage ongoing needs. As investigations continue, the local outpouring of support highlights the profound impact of community solidarity in times of crisis.

Jul 12

Stolen SUV belonging to man with ALS recovered in St. Paul

St. Paul wheelchair stolen, police asking help

A 24-year-old St. Paul man with ALS had his wheelchair stolen when his SUV was stolen with it inside. St. Paul Police are now asking the community to keep an eye out for both in the hopes of their return.

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) – A day after FOX 9 detailed the plight of a man living with ALS who had his SUV and wheelchair stolen, the stolen vehicle has now been recovered.

The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office tells FOX 9 that Kyle Schultz’s Chevy Tahoe was spotted by someone who saw FOX 9’s story on Monday. it was recovered by deputies near Winnipeg and Rice Street in St. Paul Tuesday afternoon. Unfortunately for Schultz, his wheelchair that was inside the SUV was gone along with all four tires. A ramp and a vest for his service dog were also stolen.

Schultz SUV was loaded up Tuesday afternoon. (FOX 9)

It was towed away around 5 p.m. on Tuesday.

The good news: Schultz also got some help on Tuesday with finding a new chair. Local nonprofit the O’Neill Foundation saw Schultz’s story and wanted to help. The foundation donated a new wheelchair to Schultz which will be arriving on Friday.

Jul 11

Rise in Vehicle Thefts: Unlocked SUV with Keys Inside Stolen

A Preventable Theft in Bloomfield Township

The Bloomfield Township Police Department is actively investigating a recent incident where a 2014 GMC Yukon was stolen from a residential driveway on Peabody Drive. Reported on July 8, the theft occurred during the night, with the SUV notably left unlocked and the keys inside, making it an easy target for thieves. This oversight underscores the importance of securing vehicles, even when parked at home.

Call for Public Assistance and Preventative Measures

Authorities are seeking assistance from the public to gather any information that could lead to the recovery of the stolen vehicle. Residents with any relevant details are urged to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department at their non-emergency line, 248-433-7755. In response to this incident, police are emphasizing the critical need for residents to lock their vehicles, secure or remove valuables, and ensure that keys are never left inside, to prevent similar occurrences.