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Austin Police Identify Four Suspects in Park Vehicle Burglaries

The Aug. 11 release accompanies a renewed enforcement push in park parking areas, complemented by theft-prevention guidance for drivers.

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Overview

  • The APD press release named Taleja Jenkins, Deshauna Penson, Trayvon Swain and Randy Council, who are all charged with burglary of a motor vehicle.
  • In the July 16 incident at Zilker Metropolitan Park, officers recovered stolen property from a silver Hyundai and arrested two suspects on burglary charges.
  • During a proactive North Metro Tactical Response Unit operation on Aug. 7 at Mayfield Park and Covert Park at Mount Bonnell, officers observed suspects peeking into cars and detained two individuals.
  • Randy Council faces an additional reckless-driving charge after allegedly weaving through traffic, bypassing vehicles unsafely and traveling in the opposite lane during the traffic stop.
  • APD emphasized continued targeted patrols in park parking areas and advised drivers to lock doors, hide valuables, park in well-lit spots and report any suspicious activity.