Crime Log & Reports

City of Roseville Crime Map

Crime happens in every community. We encourage our residents to stay informed about crime trends in our city. The Crime Map provides a more detailed overview of crime in Roseville as compared to the Crime Log. Please keep this in mind as you see different volumes of reported incidents represented in each. 

Report suspicious activity to our non-emergency line. If you see a crime in progress, call 911. Visit our Dispatch page for clarification on when to call our non-emergency line.

Police Beat 1 

GALLERIA BLVD

Two subjects entered a retail location and selected numerous makeup products. Video surveillance confirmed that the suspects worked together to conceal and steal the merchandise. Loss Prevention personnel approached the suspects on the sales floor, at which time they observed the suspects abandon some of the merchandise they were carrying. The suspects then proceeded toward the store entrance, passed all points of purchase, and exited the store with additional merchandise concealed in bags.

Surveillance cameras captured a vehicle containing two occupants who appeared to be wearing the same clothing as the suspects. License Plate Reader cameras identified a vehicle matching the description, and a registration address was obtained. After obtaining a search warrant, officers received consent to search a room to which S1 had access and located stolen merchandise. S2 was subsequently identified, and information regarding the suspect's location was obtained. Officers responded to the second location and, after obtaining consent to search several shopping bags, located the remaining stolen property. The case was forwarded to Placer County Probation for prosecution.

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Police Beat 2 

COTTONWOOD DR

The victim received a telephone call from an unknown male who falsely identified himself as a “major” with the Placer County Sheriff's Office. The suspect claimed he was providing a “courtesy call” because the victim had failed to appear for a federal court proceeding and that an arrest warrant was being issued.

A second suspect, who identified himself as a Placer County Sheriff's Department lieutenant, joined the call and claimed that on July 16, 2026, two process servers had gone to the victim's residence and obtained his signature on a court document requiring him to appear in court. The victim denied this had occurred. The suspects then claimed the warrant involved three charges: failure to appear ($3,250), contempt of court ($2,750), and avoidance of civil duty ($875), for a total alleged “bail amount” of $6,875. The suspects sent the victim a photograph of what appeared to be a United States District Court for the Eastern District of California arrest warrant bearing his name as purported proof.

The victim searched the image using Google and immediately received information identifying the document as fraudulent. He confronted the suspects and told them he recognized the call as a scam. The suspects immediately ended the call, and there has been no further contact.

Prevention Tip: Government agencies, courts, and law enforcement will not demand immediate payment of “bail” or fines by telephone, gift card, cryptocurrency, or other unusual payment methods. If someone claims to be a law enforcement officer, end the call and independently contact the agency using an official telephone number to verify the claim.

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DOUGLAS BLVD

RPD officers observed a vehicle displaying a California exempt license plate that did not return any DMV registration information. A records check revealed that the same vehicle had previously been stopped by a Roseville Police officer on January 22, 2026. During that stop, the officer removed the license plates from the vehicle, returned them to the suspect, and advised her that placing the plates back on the vehicle could result in felony charges because the plates did not belong to the vehicle and were being displayed fraudulently.

When contacted by officers, the suspect admitted she had placed the fraudulent exempt plates back on the vehicle because she needed to “travel.” When asked why she had not used the plates assigned to the vehicle, she stated that the vehicle did not belong to her and that she was only driving it.

A check of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) determined that the vehicle's permanent plates had expired and that its registration had been suspended since March 2026. Based on the vehicle's history, the suspect's prior warning, and her admission that she knowingly placed fraudulent plates on the vehicle to facilitate her travel, officers determined that she was in violation of the California Vehicle Code. The suspect's refusal to sign the misdemeanor citation and promise to appear was interpreted as a request to be brought before a magistrate. She was subsequently detained and transported to the South Placer County Jail, where she was booked for the applicable violations.

Prevention Tip: Vehicle owners and drivers should ensure that the license plates displayed on a vehicle are legally assigned to that vehicle and that the registration is current. Never use altered, fraudulent, expired, or improperly assigned plates to avoid registration or enforcement requirements.

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Police Beat 3 

DAWNRIDGE RD

The victim reported that on August 7, 2026, at approximately 10:30 PM, he returned home after purchasing a new vehicle and parked it on the street directly in front of his residence. He entered his home and did not inspect the vehicle again that evening.

On August 8, 2026, at approximately 8:20 AM, the victim returned to the vehicle and noticed a strong gasoline odor. After starting the vehicle, he discovered that the fuel level had decreased from approximately half a tank to empty overnight. The victim drove to a gas station and began refueling the vehicle, at which point he noticed gasoline leaking from underneath the vehicle. Upon inspection, he discovered a drilled hole in the fuel tank.

The victim then inspected the remainder of the vehicle and discovered several dents to the front driver's-side door and bumper. He stated that none of the damage was present when he purchased the vehicle.

Prevention Tip: When possible, park vehicles in a well-lit, secure location and consider using exterior security cameras or motion-activated lighting. Periodically inspect parked vehicles for signs of tampering, damage, or fluid leaks before driving.

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Police Beat 4 

LILLY CROSS DR

The victim, who had experienced burglaries of her work trucks in the past, was having difficulty sleeping when she received an alert from her home security camera. She reviewed the camera footage and observed a male wearing a blue sweatshirt looking into multiple vehicles in front of her residence.

The victim captured video showing the subject walking up and down a neighbor's driveway and looking into vehicles and the vehicle associated with the suspect. After the subjects appeared to realize they were being observed, they entered their vehicle and fled the area. The Roseville Police Department located the suspect vehicle. The suspects were detained and transported to the South Placer County Jail.

Prevention Tip: Exterior security cameras, motion-activated lighting, and prompt reporting of suspicious activity can help deter vehicle prowling and assist officers in identifying suspects. Residents should avoid approaching suspicious individuals and instead report their location and vehicle description to law enforcement.

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GALLERIA BLVD

The victim arrived at a retail location at approximately 12:00 PM and placed her purse, which contained her wallet, inside her shopping cart. While shopping in the produce area, an unknown male approached her and asked about a product. The victim assisted him and then turned away briefly to zip her purse. When she looked back, she discovered that her wallet was missing.

The victim looked for the suspect and observed him leaving the store. Although she did not actually see the suspect take the wallet, she believed the interaction had been intended to distract her while the wallet was stolen. The victim promptly cancelled her affected credit cards and accounts and made the necessary notifications regarding the loss.

Prevention Tip: Keep purses and wallets closed and secured, preferably on your person rather than in a shopping cart. Be particularly cautious when an unfamiliar person unexpectedly engages you in conversation or asks for assistance while you are handling personal belongings.

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ROSEVILLE PKWY

On July 30, 2026, at approximately 11:44 AM, officers responded to a report of a suspicious fire burning in a greenbelt. According to 911 callers, several juveniles were seen running from the area shortly after the fire started.

Several juveniles were identified, and one admitted to starting the fire. The juvenile stated that he and his friends had been starting small fires in the greenbelt for several days because they were bored. They initially attempted to contain the fires by creating rings of rocks around them. After successfully starting multiple fires without incident, the juveniles became more confident and began lighting sticks and small areas of brush on fire.

On this occasion, the juveniles did not surround the fire with rocks, and the flames spread into surrounding brush. The juvenile stated that the group attempted to extinguish the fire by stomping on it, but the fire became too large, causing him to flee the area to seek help. The case was forwarded to Placer County Probation for prosecution.

Prevention Tip: Never start a fire in a greenbelt, park, or other unauthorized area. Even a small fire can quickly spread through dry vegetation and threaten homes, people, and wildlife. Anyone who discovers an unattended or spreading fire should immediately move to a safe location and call 911.

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Police Beat 5 

FREEDOM WAY

The victim reported that on July 29, 2026, at approximately 8:45 PM, he parked his truck in a parking lot on Freedom Way. When he returned to the vehicle on July 30, 2026, at approximately 6:00 AM, he discovered that the rear driver's-side window had been broken.

While the victim was reporting the incident at the business, a witness stated that he heard a vehicle alarm at approximately 3:00 AM. The witness looked outside and observed at least three individuals near the victim's truck and a suspect vehicle in the area when the alarm was activated. The victim reported that approximately $5,000 worth of miscellaneous tools and approximately $40,000 worth of special-edition baseball cards had been stolen from the vehicle.

RPD personnel worked with the Real Time Crime Center (RTCC), which used the witness's description and the reported time of the incident to identify and locate the suspect vehicle. The investigation remains ongoing.

Prevention Tip: Never leave tools, electronics, collectibles, or other valuables visible or unattended inside a vehicle. Whenever possible, park in a secure, well-lit location and remove valuable property from the vehicle before leaving it unattended.

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ROSEVILLE PKWY

On July 29, 2026, at approximately 12:00 PM, the victim parked his vehicle in a parking lot that was accessible to the public. On July 30, 2026, at approximately 10:15 AM, the victim returned to the vehicle and discovered that all four tires and rims had been stolen. The vehicle had been left supported on cinderblocks.

Prevention Tip: When parking for an extended period, use a secure and well-monitored parking location whenever possible. Consider installing locking lug nuts and parking in areas with security cameras or regular vehicle and pedestrian activity.

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CONFERENCE CENTER DR

On August 1, 2026, at approximately 4:05 PM, a male wearing red clothing was observed riding an electric dirt bike westbound on Roseville Parkway near West Drive. The male was riding on the sidewalk, and the dirt bike did not display a license plate and was not legal for operation on the roadway.

The male continued into a nearby business parking lot, traveled through the parking lot, and then entered Conference Center Drive. As he turned northbound onto Conference Center Drive, officers gave him signals and verbal commands to stop. The male continued to disregard the commands and eventually entered an area business after abandoning the electric dirt bike. RPD officers subsequently made contact with the individual, who was transported to the South Placer County Jail and booked.

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Police Beat 6 

MARCIA WAY

The victim reported that on August 5, 2026, she received an email through her student email account stating that she might qualify for scholarship funds. The victim, who had recently completed her education, completed the contact information form associated with the email.

Later that day, she received three digitally provided checks from the suspect in the amounts of $400, $400, and $300 and attempted to deposit them into her bank account. On August 6, 2026, the victim received multiple iMessages from individuals claiming to be assassins who had been hired to kill her. The suspects demanded that she return the money or threatened to shoot her.

The victim recognized the communications as a scam and immediately contacted her bank, provided information about the suspected fraud, and requested that transactions be stopped. She also advised the suspect that she was filing a police report.

Prevention Tip: Be suspicious of unsolicited scholarship offers that require financial information or provide unexpected checks. Never send money back to an unknown person based on threats or instructions received by text message. Contact your bank and law enforcement directly if you believe you are being targeted by fraud or extortion.

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Police Beat 7 

OAKBRIAR CIR

The victim listed his electric bicycle for sale on Facebook Marketplace for $1,100 and received messages from individuals arranging a time to meet. At approximately 5:57 PM, the victim met with two suspects. One suspect asked to inspect the bicycle, and the victim handed the suspect the keys.

The victim requested payment before allowing a test ride. Before receiving any money, however, one suspect rode away on the victim's e-bike while the second suspect rode away on the e-bike he had used to arrive. The victim never received payment and did not know the identities of either suspect.

Prevention Tip: Conduct online marketplace transactions in a safe, public location and never surrender control of an item before payment has been verified. For expensive items, consider using a designated law-enforcement safe-exchange location when available and verify that payment has actually cleared before releasing the property.

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HAYDEN PKWY

The victim was contacted by an unknown suspect who expressed interest in purchasing an item she had listed on Craigslist. The suspect stated that payment would be sent through Zelle. When the victim advised that she had not received the payment, the suspect claimed the payment had been sent and instructed her to contact her bank.

A short time later, the victim received a text message from someone claiming to be a representative of her bank. The purported bank employee instructed the victim to send the suspect $200 so that the Zelle transaction would work and advised that the suspect would then return the money. The victim sent the $200 but never received the money back.

Prevention Tip: Banks will not normally require you to send money to another person to “activate” or “fix” a payment. Never rely on a telephone number or message provided by a suspected buyer. Contact your bank directly using the number on your bank card or official statement to verify any payment problem.

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PLEASANT GROVE BLVD

On August 6, 2026, at approximately 8:20 AM, RPD officers were dispatched to an area business regarding a burglary. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the glass in the front door had been broken and a drawer from beneath the cash register was missing.

Investigators reviewed surveillance footage and identified a suspect and the vehicle used to arrive at and leave the business. The Real Time Crime Center (RTCC) reviewed available camera footage and obtained the vehicle's license plate through Flock. At approximately 12:14 PM, the RTCC broadcast that the suspect vehicle had re-entered the city and was located. Officers conducted a traffic stop and located drugs, bear spray, and drills inside the vehicle. Both suspects were transported to the South Placer County Jail and booked without incident.

Prevention Tip: Businesses should secure cash drawers and other valuables at the close of business and maintain functioning surveillance cameras covering entrances, registers, and parking areas. Promptly report suspicious activity and preserve surveillance footage following a burglary.

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Police Beat 8 

BASELINE RD

On August 5, 2026, at approximately 3:45 PM, the victim was in the parking lot of an area business. He exited his vehicle and assisted his wife with placing their small child into a stroller. While the family stood behind their vehicle, another vehicle approached and stopped.

The victim spoke with a female passenger who asked for assistance. The victim observed an elderly female seated in the rear of the vehicle and a male driver. The younger female asked the victim for directions to the nearest hospital because she claimed an elderly family member was ill. The victim used his cell phone to locate a nearby hospital and provided the address.

After receiving the information, the female praised the victim and thanked him for his assistance. She then produced a gold chain and offered it to him, stating that it had belonged to someone important in her family. She placed the chain around the victim's neck before the vehicle drove away onto Baseline Road. Within seconds, the victim realized that the female had stolen his own valuable chain from his neck. The victim reported that his one-of-a-kind gold and white-gold chain was valued at approximately $2,500.

Prevention Tip: Be cautious when strangers approach you with elaborate stories, gifts, or requests that involve physical contact. Never allow an unfamiliar person to place jewelry or other objects on your body, and immediately create distance if an interaction becomes unusual or intrusive.

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ELLISON DR

The victim listed a Surron electric bike on Facebook Marketplace and was contacted by an interested buyer. Although the victim initially listed the bicycle for $3,000, he agreed to sell it for $2,800. At approximately 12:05 PM, the victim met with the suspect and advised him that a test ride would require the suspect to have the full purchase price in cash.

The suspect produced what appeared to be $2,800 in $100 bills. He then mounted the Surron, rode away, and did not return. After the suspect left, the victim examined the money and discovered that the bills were clearly marked “For Motion Picture Purposes.”

Prevention Tip: Carefully inspect cash before releasing high-value property, particularly when conducting private sales. Consider completing transactions at a bank or other secure location where the authenticity of payment can be verified before the buyer takes possession of the item.

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WHARTON LN

The victim received an email at an unknown date and time that appeared to be from Apple Support regarding a security issue. The email claimed that her identity had been compromised and instructed her to call a telephone number listed in the message.

On August 3, 2026, at approximately 9:00 AM, the victim called the number and spoke with a male who identified himself as an Apple Support employee but did not provide his name. The suspect instructed the victim to share her phone screen so he could assist with the alleged security problem. He then claimed that her identity had been compromised and that a loan had been taken out in her name.

Following the suspect's instructions, the victim entered her Golden 1 Credit Union debit card number, Social Security number, and current address into her phone. After ending the call, the victim realized that she had been targeted by a scam and immediately shut down her bank accounts.

Prevention Tip: Do not call telephone numbers provided in unexpected security emails or give remote access, banking information, Social Security numbers, or other sensitive information to unsolicited callers. Contact Apple or your financial institution directly through an official website or the telephone number printed on your account documentation.

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CARBONE DR

In March 2026, the victim reported receiving a telephone call from an unknown number while driving home from work. The caller falsely identified himself as an employee of Publishers Clearing House and told the victim that he had won $198 million and a brand-new Porsche.

The suspect told the victim that he needed to provide gift cards in order to receive the money and vehicle. From March 2026 through August 2, 2026, the victim repeatedly purchased gift cards using cash and his debit card and provided the gift card codes to the suspect. The victim stated that he purchased Amazon and MoneyPak gift cards, added money to the cards, scratched off the areas revealing the card codes, and sent photographs of the codes to the suspect.

The victim estimated that he provided the suspects with $175,000 or more during the course of the scam.

Prevention Tip: Legitimate sweepstakes and prize organizations do not require winners to purchase gift cards or provide gift card codes to receive their winnings. Never provide gift card numbers or photographs of gift cards to someone who contacts you unexpectedly. If you are told you have won a prize, independently verify the claim using contact information obtained from the organization's official website—not from the caller.