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The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of June 20, 2021– June 26, 2021.

June 20, 2021

• Petty Theft (Shoplifting):

An informant reported a theft at 1325 Huntington Drive (Big Lots). Loss prevention saw a male adult on 06-20-21 at 1:24 pm place a “Shark” vacuum inside a shopping cart and exit the store without paying for the item. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $600.
 
June 21, 2021

• No significant activity.

June 22, 2021

• Attempt Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported an attempt vehicle theft near the 1000 Block of Cotter Avenue. Between 06-21-21, 8:00 pm and 06-22-21, 4:30 am, unknown suspects forced open the driver’s side door to the victim’s truck and broke the vehicle’s ignition. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video.

• Grand Theft (Golf Cart):

An informant reported a theft near the 1500 Block of Duarte Road. Unknown suspects stole the victim’s golf cart on 06-21-21 at approximately 2:00 pm from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $5000.

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1400 Block of Mountain Avenue. The victim’s GMC Yukon was stolen on 06-22-21, between 10:00 am, and 11:00 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. East Los Angeles Sheriff Station recovered the vehicle on 06-24-21. No one in custody.
 
June 23, 2021

• No significant activity.

June 24, 2021

• Theft from locked Vehicle (stolen item left in plain view):

A victim reported a theft from his locked vehicle near the 1900 Block of Evergreen Street. On 06-24-21, between 3:20 pm and 3:42 pm, unknown persons shattered the rear driver side window to his vehicle and stole a JBL speaker and cell phone. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $470
 
June 25, 2021

• No significant activity.

June 26, 2021

• No significant activity.

   
SOCIAL MEDIA HYGIENE by LASD Fraud & Cyber Crimes Bureau (Part 2)
 
Why Is This Important?

• Clean-up Your Digital Past: Sift through all your social networking accounts, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Tumblr, Snapchat, TikTok, and other online communities, and delete ALL the posts, comments, tags, and reactions that could impact your personal or professional life.
• NEVER Share Personal Identifiable Information (PII) Online: Limit what information you post on social media, and think twice before you post.
• Strengthen Privacy and Security Settings: Turning your profiles to “private” gives you more control over your information. Connect only with people you trust, and ALWAYS treat your social media posts as if they are public.
• “If You Connect IT, Protect IT:” Network-connected devices are subject to virus and malware threats. Thus, protect your devices with the latest software updates and patches, along with anti-virus software.
• Implement Two-factor Authentication: Two-factor authentication adds an extra layer of protection to your devices and accounts.
• Do Not Reuse Passwords: Maintaining strong passwords can be a daunting task; however, a good password manager can help simplify this process.
• Take Social Media Hygiene Seriously: Remember, it's not secure without you. Recent incidents have highlighted social media vulnerabilities are real; however, with some simple adjustments and considerations, you can minimize your Internet profile and protect you and your family