The following is compiled from police reports. Descriptions of perpetrators are included only when the description makes identification possible.
East Columbia
McGaw Road, 8800 block, 1:37 a.m. May 10. Entry gained to Wegmans by forcing open front doors. Baby formula stolen.
Cobblefield Drive, 8600 block, 3:36 p.m. May 9. Entry gained to Tamar Meadows Apartments by prying open door to shed. Golf cart stolen.
West Columbia
Beaverkill Road, 5400 block, 5:53 p.m. May 12. Victim approached by person while walking with a friend. Person grabbed victim, struck her and stole her phone.
If you have any further information about these crimes, call Howard County police at 410-313-2200.