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The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of October 10, 2021– October 16, 2021.        
 
October 10, 2021

• Aggravated Assault:

777 Encanto Park Way. The Victim was at the park, when the suspect, a male Hispanic adult, approached him and began to yell at him. The suspect produced a sheathed machete and struck the victim several times. The victim attempted to defend himself and was hit several times in the arm. The suspect fled the area and was later arrested by deputies. The victim was transported to the hospital for treatment of his injuries.

• Aggravated Assault:

1500 Block of Cotter Avenue. The Victim and the witness returned from a day out, when the witnesses ex-boyfriend approached the victim and began to assault him. The victim was struck multiple times in the head and face causing him to fall to the ground. The suspect fled the area and was later arrested by responding deputies. Victim transported to the hospital for his injuries. 

• Burglary (Vehicle):

1500 Duarte Road (City of Hope). The victim reported suspect(s) unknown entered her locked vehicle, a 2015 Honda Pilot by shattering the rear window. Suspect(s) stole her purse and the contents. Loss was approximately $400.  
 
October 11, 2021

• Petty Theft:

1300 Block Fairlee Avenue. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown stole an Amazon package from his porch. Loss was approximately $900.  No surveillance video.
 
October 12, 2021

• No significant activity.

October 13, 2021

• Grand Theft:

1900 block of Buena Vista Street. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown stole the catalytic converter to their vehicle, a 2006 Honda Accord. Loss was approximately $1,950. No surveillance video.

• Grand Theft Auto:

800 Block of Crestfield Drive. The victim’s 2006 Chevy Silverado was stolen from the location. Vehicle recovered By Pico Rivera Sheriff Station. 

• Petty Theft:

2600 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim reported while watching her ring camera, she saw a male white adult steal an Amazon package from her porch.  Loss was approximately $70. Victim observed the suspect in the area and suspect was arrested.  
 
October 14, 2021.  

• Robbery:

1802 Huntington Drive (7-Eleven). Three male Hispanic adults between the ages of 20 -25 entered the location wearing long sleeve hoodies and shirts with facial coverings. Two of the males approached the cashier from the front and began ordering the cashier to empty the register, while the third came from behind and ordered a store customer to empty his pockets. One of the males produced a tan colored handgun and fearing for his life the cashier emptied the register of its contents. The suspects fled the location into an awaiting gray 2005 Chevy Cavalier.  Vehicle was reported stolen out of Pasadena on 10/13/21 and recovered on 10/15/21 in front of 1901 Buena Vista Street, Duarte. Loss was approximately $650. Video surveillance available. The estimated loss was $100.

• Grand Theft:

2734 Huntington Drive (Justice Brothers Inc). The suspect drove up in a silver Honda Accord possible license plate of 8XAF129 and parked next to the victims unlocked vehicle a 2021 Ford F150. The suspect, a male Hispanic in his 30’s – 40’s exited the driver side of his vehicle and opened the driver’s side door to the victims vehicle. The suspect removed a back pack containing a lap top and other miscellaneous items. Loss is approximately $1,300. Surveillance video available.    

• Grand Theft:

819 Buena Vista Street (Santa Teresita assisted living). The victim reported suspect(s) unknown stole the catalytic converter to their vehicle, a 2010 Ford E350. Loss was approximately $1,050. No surveillance video.  
 
October 15, 2021

• No significant activity.

October 16, 2021

• Grand Theft Auto:

1800 block of Buena vista Street. The victim’s 2000 Ford F250 was stolen from the location. Recovered by LAPD- Hollenbeck.
 
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS 
 
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.