Hazelwood Man Chokes Girlfriend During Argument, Police Say

The man is being held in St. Louis County jail in lieu of a $15,000 bond.

A Hazelwood man faces a criminal charge for assaulting his girlfriend on Jan. 11. Charles Murphy, 31, of the 8600 block of Morningaire Circle Drive in Hazelwood, was charged Jan. 12 by St. Louis County prosecutors with second-degree domestic assault. Remember you can get instant news updates. Like Hazelwood Patch on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, or signup for the Hazelwood Patch newsletter here. Hazelwood Police said Murphy and his girlfriend were arguing at about 9:40 p.m. Jan. 11 at their home. During the argument, Murphy began choking the woman, police said. Murphy was being held Thursday in St. Louis County jail.  Bail was set at $15,000, cash only. If you have experienced or know someone who has experienced domestic or sexual …

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Hazelwood Man Surrenders After Standoff with Police, Accused of Firing Assault Rifle at Ex-Girlfriend

A Hazelwood Police Department officer was investigating an unrelated call and heard a single gunshot nearby Sunday afternoon.

A Hazelwood man is in custody following a standoff with the Hazelwood Police Department (HPD) on Sunday. Rashidi Greer, 21, was arrested and charged with domestic assault, armed criminal action, unlawful use of a weapon and possession of drug paraphernalia. The charges stem from a domestic shooting, according to HPD. Police say an officer was investigating an unrelated call near the 8400 block of Latty Avenue when he heard a single gunshot ring out around 12:15 p.m. At the same time, a woman called the police saying Greer, her former boyfriend, fired an assault rifle at her during a domestic disturbance. Police say Greer then ran into his residence and officers set up a perimeter around the home. HPD made cell phone contact with Greer, …

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Angry Evicted Tenant Takes Oven and Refrigerator to Even the Score

And, two women fight over who owns a beloved dog, in Friday's crime report.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past few weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Remember you can like Hazelwood Patch on Facebook at www.facebook.com/HazelwoodPatch. Don't forget to visit Twitter: twitter.com/HazelwoodPatch, or signup for the Hazelwood Patch newsletter here. Drug Possession: A person was arrested after drugs were discovered during a traffic stop in the 8700 block of Pershall Road. Drugs Possession: A person was arrested after drugs were discovered during a traffic stop in the 300 block of Taylor Road. Stealing: A former tenant was evicted and left the residence but stole the landlord’s refrigerator and oven in the 200 block …

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Two People the Victims of Bank Fraud in Hazelwood

And, with summer upon us, air conditioning thefts are increasing. Here's Wednesday's crime report.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past few weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Drug Arrest: A traffic stop at the intersection of Howdershell and Teson roads results in driver being arrested for marijuana possession. Stealing: A license plate was stolen from a person's vehicle in the 200 block of Becker Drive. Second-Degree Domestic Assault: A man was entered as wanted in the 5300 block of Knoll Creek Drive after a delayed report from his girlfriend reporting being assaulted. Stealing/Property Damage: Suspects forced open coin boxes on laundry machines and stole money in the 7400 block of Hazelcrest Drive. Stealing: Unknown persons stole an…

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Man Arrested for Growing Marijuana in Hazelwood

Plus, unlocked doors make easy access for burglars in Tuesday's crime report.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past few weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Cultivation/Manufacturing A Controlled Substance: A person was arrested in the 6700 block of English Oak Drive for growing marijuana. Third-Degree Assault: Police are investigating a fight that occurred in the 800 block of Holiday Avenue where juvenile suspects assaulted another juvenile after school. Stealing: A vehicle was broken into in the 5300 block of Ville Cecilia Lane and items were stolen. Stealing: A resident reported stealing by deceit in the 800 block of Holiday Avenue because they said a roofer did not complete a job on the residence. Stealing: A …

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Thieves Steal Part of the Irrigation System at Steak 'n Shake

And, a drug arrest leads to suspected stolen merchandise being seized for safekeeping in Tuesday's crime report.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past two weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Drug Arrest: A traffic stop in the 7200 block of North Hanley Road resulted in the driver being arrested for possession of marijuana. A cache of suspected stolen merchandise was seized for safekeeping. Stealing: Ammunition was stolen from Cabela’s. Stealing: Part of the irrigation system was stolen at Steak 'n Shake. It's unknown the date and time of occurrence. Domestic Assault: Female assaulted her boyfriend and she was arrested in the 200 block of Anistasia Drive. Domestic Assault: A wife assaulted her husband, then fled the area when the police were called in…

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Candace Jarrett

6:53 pm on Tuesday, June 12, 2012

Those are the only reasons I could imagine also Ashley. Unfortunately the people haven't been caught so we really don't know yet.   more ›

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5 Vehicles Broken Into at Days Inn Hazelwood

And, license plates were taken from a trade-in vehicle at Bommarito Nissan in Monday's crime report.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past two weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Second-Degree Burglary: An individual forced entry through the rear window of a residence in the 800 block of Coachlight Lane. Two televisions and two shotguns were stolen. Several items were later located. Second-Degree Burglary: An individual entered a residence in the 700 block of Riderwood Drive through an unlocked rear door a stole a television. Property Damage: The window at Prime Jewelers at St. Louis Mills was broken. Failure to Comply/Resisting Arrest: Two people were arrested in the 700 block of Riderwood Drive after failure to comply to police and …

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Man "Falls Down the Stairs" During Domestic Dispute with Girlfriend

Plus, a woman steals fabric from Hancock Fabrics.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past two weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Stealing: A shoplifter arrested at Old Navy for stealing. Stealing: A woman stole several items from Hancock Fabrics and fled. The investigation continues. Drug Arrest: A man was arrested in the 7300 block of North Hanley Road after police officers observed him with marijuana. Stealing: A person was arrested for stealing at The Childrens Place. Domestic Assault: A couple was arrested in the 6500 block of Serenity Circle. Police were called to the scene were a man and woman were involved in a physical domestic dispute. No injuries were reported and according to …

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Man Fakes Identity to Steal Cigarettes

And, three burglaries occur in the same neighborhood in two days.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past two weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Property Damage: A vehicle was broken into at St. Louis Mills. There were no items stolen. There was damage to the vehicle. Burglary: Two burglaries occurred in the same night in Hazelwood. The first was in the 6600 block of Monte Drive. The second burglary occurred in the 1000 block of Christina Marie Court less than two block away from the first burglary. Tampering: A juvenile was taken into custody for tampering with items at Cabela's. Second-Degree Burglary: A vacant residence in the 900 block of Chula was broken into. The rear door was pried open an it …

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Crime: Person Runs Out Payless with Shoes, Burglar Steals $5

Assaults top Tuesday's Police Blotter with very few instances of other crimes, but there are some rare cases.

Here are a few of the crimes that have occurred in the City of Hazelwood throughout the past two weeks. Hazelwood Patch attained the accounts from the Hazelwood Police Department. Trespassing: Two people were arrested after trespassing on private property in the 5300 block of Knoll Creek Drive. Drug Possession: A person was arrested after being found in possession of marijuana in the 8700 block of Pershall Road. Drug Possession: A suspicious vehicle check revealed a juvenile in possession of controlled substance in the 30 block of Teson Garden Walk. He was taken into custody. Third-Degree Domestic: An arrest warrant has been issued for a man that assaulted his girlfriend in the 4900 block of Spring Forest Lane. Third-Degree Domestic …

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Candace Jarrett

5:12 pm on Tuesday, May 29, 2012

It is kind of hard to believe someone would risk jail for $5, but since they also took prescription pills, it makes me think they may also be an addict.   more ›