New Smyrna Beach police respond to fraud, suspicious incidents, and juvenile theft

New Smyrna Beach police officers responded to a series of calls yesterday, September 17, addressing incidents ranging from traffic crashes to online fraud and a juvenile theft. The day's activities highlight the varied demands on local law enforcement.

Two separate traffic crashes occurred yesterday. The first happened at 8:01 AM at the intersection of SR 44 and Wallace Rd., involving two vehicles. The collision resulted in minor damage and no injuries, with a citation issued. Later, at 10:03 AM, another two-vehicle crash took place at 705 E. 3rd Av., also causing minor damage and no injuries, and leading to a citation.

Authorities also investigated multiple reports of fraud. A victim at 649 Marisol Dr. reported online bank fraud at 11:06 AM, initiating an ongoing investigation. Later in the afternoon, at 3:31 PM, another online fraud report came from 246 Industrial Park Av. A third online fraud incident was reported at 3:52 PM by a victim on 304 Leoni St. All three fraud cases remain under investigation.

In other police activity, officers responded to two suspicious incidents. The first occurred at 1015 10th St. at 8:23 AM, and another at 1200 S. Myrtle Av. at 11:56 AM. Reports were generated for both. At 9:26 AM, also at 1015 10th St., a juvenile female was arrested for theft and transported to the Family Resource Center.

An animal complaint was filed at 1:19 PM at 549 N. Myrtle Av. concerning a raccoon bite. Additionally, at 3:28 PM, a report was generated to document damage to city property at 201 S. Riverside Dr.

Residents are reminded to remain vigilant against online fraud and to report any suspicious activity to the New Smyrna Beach Police Department.