Full Notification

The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of February 21, 2021– February 27, 2021.        
 
February 21, 2021

• No significant activity. 

February 22, 2021

• Petty Theft (Catalytic Converter):

A victim reported their vehicle catalytic converter was stolen near the 1900 Block of Buena Vista Street. The theft occurred between 02-15-21, 8:00 am, and 02-17-21, 8:00 am. Suspects stole the catalytic converter from the victim’s 2007 Hyundai Elantra. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $800.

• Burglary (Vehicle):

A victim reported a theft near the 1800 Block of Evergreen Street. The victim stated between 02-21-21, 7:30 am and 02-22-21, 6:30 am, unknown persons shattered the rear window to her locked vehicle and stole a car jack, spare tire, and two mop buckets. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $650.

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1600 Block of Bradbury Avenue. The victim’s SPMBL trailer was stolen on 02-22-21 between 6:05 am and 1:00 pm from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. LASD Temple Station recovered the vehicle on 02-22-21. No one in custody.

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1600 Block of Bradbury Avenue. The victim’s Ford F150 trailer was stolen on 02-22-21 between 6:05 am and 1:00 pm from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. LASD Temple Station recovered the vehicle on 02-22-21. No one in custody

February 23, 2021

• Assault with Deadly Weapon:

A victim reported he was inside his home when he heard a noise outside his window. When the victim looked outside, he saw a male adult near his window attempting to break into his home. The victim yelled at the suspect, and the suspect ran away. The victim ran after the suspect, and a struggle occurred. The suspect retrieved a knife from his person and stabbed the victim once in the hand. After stabbing the victim, the suspect ran from the scene but was arrested after searching the area.
 
February 24, 2021

• Burglary (Vehicle):

A victim reported a theft near the 1800 Block of Park Rose Avenue. The victim stated between 02-23-21, 5:00 pm and 02-24-21, 5:00 am, unknown persons shattered the rear driver side window to his locked vehicle and stole a backpack containing miscellaneous work tools. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $600.
 
February 25, 2021

• No significant activity.

February 26, 2021

• Burglary (Vehicle):

A victim reported a theft near the 1800 Block of Buena Vista Street. The victim stated on 02-25-21, between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, unknown persons shattered the front passenger side window to his locked vehicle and stole a backpack containing a speaker and headphones. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $535.
 
February 27, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
Homeowner’s Safeguarding Tips:

• Try to meet your neighbors and notify the police immediately of any suspicious people or vehicles in the neighborhood.
• Security systems should be installed by certified technicians and include a loud siren, sensors on the doors, and motion sensors throughout the home.
• Deadbolt locks can provide your best security. Using high-quality, name-brand locks can be well worth your investment.
• Consider installing outdoor floodlights that are motion-activated. Make sure that they are placed high enough so that they cannot be tampered with.
• Keep valuables away from the view of windows so that they cannot be seen from the outside.
• Use an etching tool to mark your valuables.  Be sure to use your driver’s license number and not your Social Security Number.
• Keep model and serial numbers of valuables and keep them in a secure location.
• Trim trees and bushes around the property so that burglars have fewer places to hide.
• Keep grass cut and landscaping manicured.
• Keep the garage door closed whether you are at home or not. Thieves love to steal lawnmowers and tools from garages.
• Install peepholes in your exterior doors, and do not open the door to someone you do not know.
• Do not trust a safety chain. They can be easily broken with force.