VPD crime report for Aug. 20: auto burglary, malicious mischief, auto theft and shots fired

On Aug. 20, the Vicksburg Police Department responded to a call of malicious mischief at 8:53 a.m. The incident took place at the Van Guard Apartments located at 450 Lake Hill Drive. The apartment manager claims that someone caused $2,500 worth of damage to an apartment.

VPD also responded to an auto burglary on the 1100 block of Openwood Street at 10:59 a.m. Someone allegedly entered an ’04 Buick Century and took a wallet containing $7.

At 8:49 p.m., VPD reported to Sully Circle and Springridge Drive on a call of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers found no evidence of any shots fired.

An auto theft was reported to the Vicksburg Police Department at 10:06 p.m. The theft took place on the 1500 block of Ethel Street. A 2012 Dodge Avenger was stolen.

These cases are currently being further investigated by the Vicksburg Police Department. If you have any information, please call VPD at 601-636-2511.