Two men charged with 17 counts of burglary in 6 different Sandy schools

Nov 5, 2021, 1:45 PM

sandy schools...

Sandy police is investigating the sound of a loud explosion. FILE: Photo: Derek Petersen KSL TV

SANDY, Utah — Two teenagers are each facing 17 counts of burglary, theft, and criminal mischief associated with breaking into multiple schools in Sandy City.

In one instance, Jacob Trapp, 18, and Reise Jones, 19, are said to have used rappelling gear to get into the building through a skylight.

The thefts occurred at Altara, Lone Peak, Park Lane, Sprucewood and Sunrise Elementary schools and at Eastmont Middle School.

Jones and Trapp are accused of stealing items ranging from pink unicorns to 3-D printers. The pair was caught in July after police were alerted to an alarm at one of the schools. 

According to police documents, Trapp and Jones were found with other items from the schools as well, including candy, desk nameplates, a megaphone, and a laptop. 

The story begins

The thefts were first reported on April 19, 2021, at Sprucewood and Lone Peak Elementary Schools. According to police, at both schools, alarms had detected motion on the roof hatches and other areas of the schools.

Lone Peak Elementary school captured video surveillance of the suspects, including video of the suspects trying to disable the video surveillance.

The next report came on May 16, from Park Lane Elementary where there was also video evidence of the suspects. There, they stole someone’s lunch from the staff break room.

Then, on July 17, Sandy police reported that they responded to an alarm at Eastmont Middle School where there was only damage done to ceiling tiles.

Finally on July 26, Sandy police responded to school alarms at Sunrise Elementary and Altara Elementary school. It was near Altara Elementary, in the area of 11282 South Woodhill Drive that police said they saw two individuals dressed in black carrying “large pink unicorns” running from a nearby neighborhood.

One of the suspects, Reise Jones, was apprehended by Canyons School District security at a park on Londonberry Drive. The second suspect,  Jacob Trapp, was apprehended by police after he pulled up in a vehicle at 11282 South Wood Hill Drive and asked police who were there with a K-9 officer if “they had seen his wallet anywhere in the area.”

When asked if he lost his wallet running from the police, the suspect reportedly admitted he had.

 

 

 

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Freshly-made pennies sit in a bin at the U.S. Mint in Denver on Aug. 15, 2007....

Jill Colvin, Associated Press

Trump says he has directed US Treasury to stop minting new pennies, citing rising cost

President Donald Trump says he has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies, citing the rising cost of producion.

19 minutes ago

The U.S. Capitol is seen, Saturday, Feb. 1, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)...

Allessandra Harris Gurr

Privilege tax may be added to the Point of the Mountain

A proposed bill may bring a privilege tax to the Point of the Mountain development.

2 hours ago

FILE: The Utah State Capitol is pictured in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. (Laura Seitz,...

Mariah Maynes

Anglers coalition to host Utah fishing day at Capitol

Utah Anglers Coalition is set to host a day highlighting Utah fishing at the state capitol.

13 hours ago

President Donald Trump speaks to reporters aboard Air Force One where Trump signed a proclamation d...

JILL COLVIN Associated Press

Trump says he is serious about Canada becoming 51st state in Super Bowl interview

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said he is serious about wanting Canada to become the 51st state in an interview that aired Sunday during the Super Bowl preshow. “Yeah it is,” Trump told Fox News Channel’s Bret Baier when asked whether his talk of annexing Canada is “a real thing” — as Canadian Prime […]

14 hours ago

This photo provided by Bud Light shows Bud Light's 2025 Super Bowl NFL football spot.  ( Bud Light ...

Mariah Maynes

Super Bowl commercials rely on comedy and nostalgia to avoid potential missteps

Most of the commercials airing during this year's Super Bowl are going for laughs, with advertisers betting that America could use a little break.

15 hours ago

Kansas City Chiefs fan Rose Loftus, 9, from Dallas, ties her hair while wearing a Taylor Swift frie...

DAVE SKRETTA AP Sports Writer

Taylor Swift makes her Super Bowl return to watch Travis Kelce and his Chiefs face the Eagles

Taylor Swift was spotted in a Superdome suite about 90 minutes before the 2025 Super Bowl kickoff.

16 hours ago

Sponsored Articles

Full speed through the snow. A man on skis is pulled by his through the snow at full gallop Skijori...

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get ready for an unforgettable skijoring adventure in Bear Lake!

“Skijoring the Bear” takes place this year on February 21-22 in Garden City, Utah.

the bedroom in a geodesic dome shows the night sky...

Clear Sky Resorts Bryce Canyon

Your front row to an extraordinary cosmos show

As America's first glass dome stargazing resort, Clear Sky Resorts Bryce Canyon is one of the world’s most unique and spectacular places to stay.

2 people huddled up in a blanket and warm clothes sipping hot chocolate...

Bear Lake Convention & Visitors Bureau

The best ways to spend your Christmas vacation in Bear Lake

If you're dreaming of a white Christmas this year, Bear Lake should definitely be on your radar. Read this guide for more!

big crowd of people under holiday lights in an outdoor market...

Western Nut

Our favorite family Christmas activities in Utah

We gathered up a list of our favorite activities, movies, and treats to try this holiday season that the whole family can enjoy.

an IT tech looks at a laptop in front of a server network...

Comcast Business

Tips to protect yourself from phishing attacks

Check out this resource from Comcast Business to learn more about phishing attacks and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim of one.

A surprise gift, wrapped and ready to bring holiday cheer! Whether for Christmas, a birthday, or an...

Western Nut

10 Holiday Gift Ideas to cover everyone on your list

This guide is for you if you need holiday gift ideas that will make a lasting impression. 

Two men charged with 17 counts of burglary in 6 different Sandy schools