Newark Police Return Stolen Property To Victim

NEWARK, CA — Newark Police arrested a Livermore woman on suspicion of identity theft when they discovered " a plethora of identity theft documents – with over 20 victims identified to date." during a routine traffic stop. The suspect, whose name has not been released, was booked into the Fremont Jail on suspicion of the following crimes:

• possession of a controlled substance
• possession of drug paraphernalia
• driving with a suspended license
• possession of burglary tools
• identity theft - possession of 10 or more victim’s information

The items were found because the woman was on probation, allowing officers to conduct a search.

Officers Kapu and Johnson are credited with the arrest.

The police department also released a photo of one of the victims whose stolen property was returned to her.

In addition, the police department offers these tips to avoid being a victim of identity theft or mail theft:

• Sign up for informed delivery from the US Postal Service. This allows you to digitally preview incoming mail, track packages, provide delivery instructions, and reschedule redelivery
• Consider purchasing a lockbox mail box (make sure the lock is USPS approved)
• Avoid answering emails or text messages with any personal information (i.e. banking info, social security info, etc)
• Check your credit report annually (you can do this once a year for free)
• Be aware of credit card skimming
• Shred your mail once you’re done with it
• Consider identity theft insurance