Woman Arrested for Clarkston Vehicle and Dog Theft

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A 19-year-old woman named Genessa B. Musgrove was arrested in Clarkston, Washington on Monday afternoon in connection with a reported residential burglary and stolen vehicle case. Musgrove was found driving the victim's 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and had two of the victim's German Shepherd dogs in the vehicle. She was booked into the Asotin County Jail on charges of residential burglary and possession of a stolen vehicle.

Why it matters

Residential burglaries and vehicle thefts are serious crimes that can have a significant impact on victims, both financially and emotionally. This case highlights the importance of law enforcement's quick response and the need for continued efforts to address property crimes in the Clarkston community.

The details

According to the police report, officers were dispatched around 4:20 p.m. on Monday to the 700 block of Fourth St. for a reported burglary. The victim told police that someone had entered her home, taken her vehicle and two dogs, and gone through her belongings. While responding, police spotted the victim's white 2024 Subaru Crosstrek and initiated a traffic stop. Musgrove was identified as the driver and did not have a valid driver's license or vehicle documents. She claimed the vehicle was not stolen and that she was transporting it and the two dogs as a favor to the owner. However, the victim's residence showed signs of forced entry and appeared ransacked. Musgrove was detained and later arrested on charges related to the incident as well as an outstanding warrant for fourth-degree assault.

• On Monday around 4:20 p.m., police were dispatched to the 700 block of Fourth St. for a reported burglary.
• Around 4:55 p.m. on Monday, Musgrove was arrested by Clarkston Police in the 300 block of 14th Street.

What’s next

Musgrove will face charges of residential burglary and possession of a stolen vehicle in Asotin County Superior Court.