NIBRS Tip: Stolen Medical Supplies

NIBRS Tip: Stolen Medical Supplies

Stolen Medical Supplies

What is the property description for stolen personal protective equipment (PPE) such as face coverings or latex gloves?

There is no specific property description for PPE - it depends on the location of the incident. If stolen from a store,
the description should be Merchandise (UCR Code 19); if stolen from other than a store, it is Other (UCR Code 77).

What is the property description if someone steals a COVID-19 testing kit from a doctor’s office?

The testing kit should be classified as Medical/Medical Lab Equipment (UCR Code 70).

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