Watch Command Log Reporting Period:
6 a.m. Friday, April 27, 2018 – 6 a.m. Saturday, April 28, 2018

SALT LAKE CITY — The Salt Lake City Police Department receives hundreds of calls for service each day. Not all calls result in a report or arrest. Compiled by Watch Commanders in the field, the Watch Log is a summary of events that stand out to them in a given 24-hour period. Call times listed are approximate and typically reflect the first call received by SLC911 (Dispatch) for a given case. Items contained herein are based on information available at the time of its release and should not be interpreted as an admission or finding of guilt. Arrest information may differ from formal charges filed by the prosecuting agency. To see a list of completed calls for service in the last 48 hours, visit slcpd.com/policecallsforservice. 

6:55 p.m.
Retail theft
800 W. North Temple St.
18-73443

Officers responded on a shoplifter who was fighting with security. The suspect was taken into custody. Officers booked Paul Horstman, 53, into jail for retail theft and possession of drug paraphernalia.

6:56 p.m.
Foot pursuit
410 E. 600 S.
18-73441

Officers observed a fugitive from justice. Upon seeing officers, the subject fled, however was quickly apprehended. The suspect had methamphetamine on his person. Officers booked Sammy Blackbear, 33, into jail for fleeing on foot, possession of a controlled substance with intent to distribute, child endangerment, possession of drug paraphernalia and on a fugitive from justice warrant.

9:17 p.m.
Suspicious package
299 S. Main St.
18-73531

A security guard at the Wells Fargo building observed a man throw a large bag into a nearby alcove after which the male ran from the scene. Given the suspicious circumstances the bomb squad was called out. The bag was disrupted and the item was determined to be a sleep apnea machine. The suspect is described as a male adult with a medium complexion, 5 feet 3 inches tall, 30-40 years of age with a white sweatshirt and gray pants.

To share information about this or other criminal activity with the Salt Lake City Police Department, please call (801) 799-3000. To remain anonymous, text us your crime tips to 274637. Start the text with the keyword TIPSLCPD (which routes it to SLCPD), then a space, followed by the relevant information or photos. Reference: crimetip

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