Suspicious car parked in lot to use free Wi-Fi

Tire trouble and loitering Wi-Fi users were among the calls received by the Liberty Lake Police Department the week of Jan. 26 to Feb. 2.

A suspicious vehicle was reported in the 1300 block of North Liberty Lake Road at 8 a.m. Jan. 29. The caller said the car with two people inside had been there since 4 a.m. and were using the business’ free Wi-Fi, said police Chief Brian Asmus.

A police officer responded and asked the two to move on.

A damaged tire in the 19000 block of East Maxwell prompted a woman to call police and say she thought her ex-boyfriend had slit the tire with a knife. An officer examined the tire and determined the damage was not due to a knife, Asmus said. The conclusion was confirmed by a local tire shop.

Other calls from Jan. 26 to Feb. 2

Jan. 27: A woman in the 1100 block of North Tanglewood Lane told police that she showed the basement she is renting out to a young couple. Once they left she looked them up online and found out they were involved in several burglaries and theft. Police patrols in the area have increased.

Jan. 28: Police were called to the 1500 block of North Caufield Court to get rid of an uninvited guest. The man left before police arrived.

Jan. 31: Police arrested a 19-year-old man near Molter and Appleway for possession of marijuana.

Arrests: Officers made five arrests for driving with a suspended license and one for assault.

Citations: Police handed out four citations for failure to show proof of liability insurance. Additional citations were given for expired vehicle registration and speeding.