Watch Command Log Reporting Period:

6 a.m. Sunday, September 27, 2015 – 6 a.m. Monday, September 28, 2015

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.

6:58 p.m.
Attempt Robbery
1053 S. 600 E. Liberty Park
15-185377

Alex McGee 24, approached two victims in Liberty park and began punching them as he tried to take their laptop. The victims were able to fight off McGee who then fled the scene. About a half hour later a call came in of a male who forced entry into a residence around 1600 E and Sherman Ave. The suspect was chased out of the house by the occupants. Officers arrived in the area and took McGee into custody. McGee was identified as the person involved in the earlier event at Liberty park. He was arrested for robbery, burglary, assault and possession of spice.

8:12 p.m.
Robbery With A Gun
1575 W. 1000 N.
15-185433

The victim was walking along the Jordan River Parkway when he was approached by two suspects who demanded his wallet. The victim did not have a wallet so the suspects took his I-Phone. Suspect #1 described as male Hispanic adult, wearing a white t-shirt, baggy pants and armed with a semi-auto handgun. Suspect #2 is described only as a male Hispanic adult.

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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