Man with metal rod seen attempting burglary, Phoenix AZ


A man was spotted in an alley trying to enter properties while carrying a metal rod. He was scared off by dogs and last seen heading away from the area.
Audio|Source: Phoenix Police Dispatch A - Cactus Park
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Transcript:
914 Howard. It's going to be 647[1] at 3311 West Camelback. Come up, I thought what looked like a (name withheld) with a beard, black hoodie, black backpack carrying a one-foot metal rod in the alley looking over fences. Thought he was trying to go over, but dogs scared him off. He's last seen 10 ago, headed eastbound down the alley. This is Cicoro for contact at 0704.
914 Howard. It's going to be 647[1] at 3311 West Camelback. Come up, I thought what looked like a (name withheld) with a beard, black hoodie, black backpack carrying a one-foot metal rod in the alley looking over fences. Thought he was trying to go over, but dogs scared him off. He's last seen 10 ago, headed eastbound down the alley. This is Cicoro for contact at 0704.
Police codes explained
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[1]
647: Suspicious Person/Activity
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Location mentioned:
Near W Camelback Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85017
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