The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of December 20– December 26, 2020
December 20, 2020
A victim reported a theft at 1228 Sierra Court. The theft occurred between 12-19-20, 9:00 pm, and 12-20-20, 8:00 am. The victim stated unknown persons shattered the driver’s side front window to her vehicle and stole a coin purse from inside. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $200.
- Grand Theft (Unlocked Vehicle):
A victim reported a theft from an unlocked vehicle at 59 Crestview Court. The victim stated that on 12-19-20, at approximately 3:30 pm, unknown persons entered his unlocked vehicle and stole his briefcase containing an Apple IPad and keyboard. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $1,780.
December 21, 2020
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 2400 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim’s Nissan Pathfinder was stolen on 12-21-20, between 4:00 pm and 8:00 pm from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle was recovered by Temple Sheriff Station on 01-04-20. One male adult was in custody.
December 22, 2020
A victim reported a petty theft at 1050 Huntington Drive (Target). The victim stated that her purse was stolen from her shopping cart between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm when she wasn’t paying attention. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $101.
December 23, 2020
December 24, 2020
A victim reported their 12-speed bike stolen near the 900 Block of Huntington Drive. The theft occurred between 12-21-20, 12:00 pm, and 12-23-20, 8:00 am. Suspects stole the bike from the bike rack attached to the victim’s vehicle. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $2,000.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1600 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim’s Honda CRV was stolen on 12-24-20, between 11:45 am and 1:30 pm from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.
A vehicle reported a theft near the 1600 Block of Mountain Avenue. The victim stated on 12-24-20, between 6:00 am, and 7:30 am, unknown persons entered her locked vehicle and stole her stereo. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $233.
December 25, 2020
December 26, 2020
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1500 Block of Second Street. The victim’s Honda Accord was stolen between 12-25-20, 10:00 pm, and 12-26-20, 10:00 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.
- Petty Theft (Unlocked Vehicle):
A victim reported a theft from her unlocked vehicle near the 1600 Block of Huntington Drive. Between 12-22-20, 10:00 pm, and 12-26-20, 9:45 am, unknown persons entered her unlocked vehicle and stole her Sirius XM radio. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $350.
CRIME PREVENTION TIP
Home Safety:
Have your keys ready before you get to the front door. Look back before entering your building or home.If you live in an apartment, close the lobby door behind you, especially if a stranger is approaching. Do not hold the door open for strangers. Make all visitors and delivery persons use the doorbell.
When placing your name on a mailbox, only use your last name, e.g., The Smiths.
When recording an outgoing message on your answering machine, avoid leaving your name, phone number, or a message that indicates you’re not home.A good message is, “We are unable to answer the phone.Please leave a message.”
The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of December 27, 2020– January 02, 2021.
December 27, 2020
- Petty Theft (Unlocked Vehicle):
A victim reported a theft from her unlocked vehicle near the 2300 Block of Oakhaven Drive. Between 12-25-20, 3:00 pm, and 12-27-20, 2:00 pm, unknown persons entered her unlocked vehicle and stole her wallet. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $325.
December 28, 2020
- Grand Theft (Unlocked Vehicle):
A victim reported a theft from her unlocked vehicle near the 3500 Block of Brookridge Road. Between 12-27-20, 7:30 pm, and 12-28-20, 8:30 am, unknown persons entered her unlocked vehicle and stole several pairs of sunglasses and a gold necklace. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $6720.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1100 Block of Calle Linares. The victim’s Mercedes E350 was stolen between 12-26-20, 12:00 am, and 12-28-20, 9:00 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. Azusa Police Department recovered the vehicle on 01-03-21. No one in custody.
- Grand Theft (Truck Tailgate):
A victim reported their truck tailgate stolen near the 800 Block of Cinnamon Lane. The theft occurred between 12-23-20, 8:00 am, and 12-28-20, 8:00 am. Suspects stole the tailgate from the victim’s Ford F150 truck. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $800.
December 29, 2020
A victim reported a theft near the 1200 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim stated between 12-28-20, 6:00 pm, and 12-29-20, 7:30 am, unknown persons cut the lock to the business back door and stole miscellaneous work tools. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $310.
A victim reported a theft of a delivered package near the 2000 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim stated that on 12-28-20, at approximately 6:32 pm, unknown persons stole a box containing a cell phone from his front porch. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $1,100.
A victim reported a theft near the 1000 Block of Buena Vista Street. The theft occurred between 12-28-20, 6:00 pm, and 12-29-20, 7:30 am. The victim stated unknown persons entered his locked vehicle and stole two tires and rims from the trunk. Deputies did not find any forced entry into the car, nor did they locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $700.
December 30, 2020
A victim reported a theft near the 1600 Block of Mountain Avenue. The victim stated between 12-29-20, 10:00 pm, and 12-30-20, 6:00 am, unknown persons shattered the front driver’s side window to her vehicle and stole a purse and sunglasses. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $575.
A victim reported a theft near the 1600 Block of Mountain Avenue. The victim stated on 12-30-20, between 4:45 am, and 5:10 am, unknown persons shattered the front passenger window to her vehicle and ransacked the interior. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. At the time of the report, the estimated loss was unknown.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 2300 Block of Bloomdale Street. The victim’s GMC Sierra was stolen between 12-29-20, 7:00 pm, and 12-30-20, 5:11 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video.Norwalk Sheriff Station recovered the vehicle on 01-03-21. No one in custody.
A victim reported a theft near the 2500 Block of Millbrae Avenue. The theft occurred between 12-20-20, 11:00 pm, and 12-21-20, 5:00 am. The victim stated unknown persons entered his locked vehicle and stole miscellaneous stereo equipment. Deputies did not find any forced entry into the car, nor did they locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $2,200.
December 31, 2020
- Petty Theft (Shoplifting):
An informant reported a theft at 2315 Huntington Drive (CVS). The store manager reviewed surveillance video and noticed a male adult entered the store earlier in the day and selected miscellaneous items from within the store, and placed them in a bag. The suspect exited the store, making no attempt to pay for the items. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $2,800.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 2100 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim’s Carson Carrier was stolen between 12-30-20, 7:00 pm, and 12-31-20, 8:00 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1100 Block of Cotter Avenue. The victim’s Chevy Cruze was stolen between 12-29-20, 9:30 pm, and 12-31-20, 10:00 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.
A victim reported a theft near the 1400 Block of Royal Oaks Drive. The victim stated on 12-31-20, between 7:00 am and 8:00 am, unknown persons entered her locked vehicle and stole a pair of sunglasses. A surveillance video of the incident was available. The estimated loss was $3000.
A victim reported a theft at 1323 Huntington Drive (La Michoacana). The victim stated on 12-31-20, at approximately 1:36 am, three adult males were seen on security video smashing the front door to the location and stealing $300. A surveillance video of the incident was available. The estimated loss was $300.
January 01, 2021
A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1800 Block of Park Rose Avenue. The victim’s Chevy Silverado was stolen between 12-27-20, 7:00 pm, and 12-28-20, 7:00 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. LAPD Newton Division recovered the vehicle on 01-05-21. No one in custody.
January 02, 2021
- Grand Theft (Catalytic Converter):
A victim reported their vehicle catalytic converter was stolen near the 1400 Block of Third Street. The theft occurred on 01-02-20 between 2:10 am, and 2:15 am. Suspects stole the catalytic converter from the victim’s 2005 Honda Accord. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $1,200.
CRIME PREVENTION TIP
Vehicle Theft:
The following information can help you avoid becoming a victim of vehicle theft.
- Keep your guard up. You don’t have to own a new, expensive vehicle to be a victim of vehicle theft.
- If you have a garage, use it.
- Don’t leave your car running and unattended, even to dash into a store or business for just a minute. Not only is it not safe, but it’s also illegal.
- Don’t leave the keys in the ignition or in a “hide-away” box concealed on the vehicle.
- Close the windows completely and lock the doors when parking the vehicle.
- Don’t leave items of value in plain view.
- Park in high traffic, well-lighted areas.
- Install a device that locks the steering wheel, steering column or brakes.
- Install an anti-theft alarm system.
- Install a concealed ignition or fuel “kill switch” that prevents your vehicle from being started.
- Do not keep the title to your vehicle inside the vehicle.
- Be alert for people who are lingering or casually walking around a parking lot.
- Be proactive and watch out for the other person. If you see something or someone suspicious, call the police immediately.
