Police Find 192 Rolls Of Toilet Paper In Stolen SUV

BEVERLY HILLS, CA — Beverly Hills police found a few cases of toilet paper inside a stolen sports utility vehicle Tuesday. Amid the coronavirus pandemic, the 192 rolls of toilet paper may be worth more than the stolen SUV.

Beverly Hills police pulled over a stolen SUV and found the toilet paper inside. The driver was arrested on suspicion of driving a stolen vehicle, drug possession and being a felon with a concealed firearm.

"The toilet paper was not in the vehicle when the vehicle was stolen," Beverly Hills Police Lt. Elizabeth Albanese told Patch. "We don’t know where it came from."

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The Beverly Hills Police Department joked on Twitter, "Gives ‘They saw me rollin’...’ a whole new meaning."

Toilet paper has been increasingly difficult to find as the coronavirus ramps up and people are forced to stay inside. Health officials confirmed there are 3,524 confirmed cases of the new coronavirus in Los Angeles County as of Wednesday, including 139 in Long Beach and 33 in Pasadena, which each have their own health departments. Health officials also announced 11 new deaths of COVID-19, bringing the county total to 65.

There is currently no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent illness is to avoid being exposed to this virus. However, as a reminder, CDC always recommends everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
• Follow CDC's recommendations for using a facemask.
  • CDC does not recommend that people who are well wear a facemask to protect themselves from respiratory diseases, including COVID-19.
  • Facemasks should be used by people who show symptoms of COVID-19 to help prevent the spread of the disease to others. The use of facemasks is also crucial for health workers and people who are taking care of someone in close settings (at home or in a health care facility).
• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing.
  • If soap and water are not readily available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol. Always wash hands with soap and water if hands are visibly dirty.

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