From the desk of Sheriff Scott Bradley

Local Thefts

The Van Buren County Sheriff’s Department is seeking the help of area residences on two thefts:

On August 29, an area resident located at 1776 Highway 336 West reported that they had a red 2006 Honda four wheeler stolen from their residence.  Investigators are seeking the help of area residents that may have seen any suspicious vehicles in the area at the time.  There have been a few leads, but none have shown promise at this time.  Anyone with information is asked to contact Sheriff Scott Bradley for a $1,000 cash reward that leads to the arrest and conviction of person(s) responsible.  All calls will be kept confidential

On October 30, 2010, area resident located at 907 Boar Road returned home to find that several guns, a crossbow and other household items had been stolen.  Area residents are asked to contact Sheriff Scott Bradley if they have any information concerning this home burglary.  A $500 cash reward is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of person(s) responsible.  All calls will be kept confidential.