Full Notification

The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of July 04, 2021– July 10, 2021. 
 
July 04, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
July 05, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
July 06, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
July 07, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
July 08, 2021

• No significant activity.

 
July 09, 2021

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1100 Block of Central Avenue.The victim’s GMC Yukon was stolen between 07/06/21 1:30 pm and 07/09/21 10:00 am from the location. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. Los Angeles Police Department Hollenbeck division recovered the vehicle on 07-11-21. One in custody.
 
July 10, 2021

• Petty Theft (Bicycle):

A victim reported their bicycle was stolen from 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). The victim stated an unknown suspect stole his bicycle he left outside, while he shopped.The theft occurred on 07-10-21 at approximately 12:00 pm. Surveillance video did not cover the portion of the area where the theft occurred. The estimated loss was $500.
  
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
  
Vehicle Security

You can prevent vehicle theft!
Most cars are taken by amateurs who can be stopped fairly easily. You can increase your protection against this type of crime by taking the following sensible precautions:
 
Lock up
• An unlocked car is an open invitation to a car thief. Lock up when you leave your car, and take the keys with you.
• Lock the trunk or tailgate.
• Close all windows — professional thieves have tools that unlock cars through the smallest openings.
• Be sure vent or wind-wing windows are shut tight.
• When you park the car, remove cellular phones, and other valuable possessions. Do not leave backpacks/gym bags or packages lying on the seat or in plain view. Lock all valuables in your trunk or take them with you.
• Lock your car even if you are making a quick stop at the gas station, convenience store or mini-mall.
Park carefully
• Don’t leave your vehicle unattended in parking lots for an extended period. A car is five times more likely to be stolen or broken into from an unattended lot than from a busy street or attended lot.
• Never attach a tag with your name and address to your key ring. If the keys are lost or stolen, the tag will lead the thief directly to your car and your home.
• At night, park in well-lit areas.
• Turn wheels sharply toward the curb when parking, this makes it extra difficult for thieves to tow your car.
 
Operation I.D.
• With an electric engraver, etch your driver’s license number (preceded by the letters “CA”) on catalytic converters, tailgates and other valuable items.
• Record your vehicle identification number and store it in a safe place.
Keep the vehicle registration in your wallet or purse, not in your car.
 
Use anti-theft devices
• Consider the purchase and installation of security devices, such as:
– Ignition switch or “kill switch”
– Fuel switch
– Alarm device to activate a siren, horn or lights – or all three – to frighten the thief away.
– Locking Device that attaches to the steering wheel or brake pedal