Advisory
Crime Blotter for the Week of October 17 - October 23, 2021
Burglary (Commercial):
1790 Evergreen Street (EOTP Industries). The victim reported he received a burglary alarm activation. Upon checking security cameras, he observed an unknown suspect had entered the location through a shattered side window. A makeup bag was reported stolen. Loss was approximately $20, and damages were approximately $3,000.
October 21, 2021.
Burglary (Commercial):
1171 Encanto Parkway (Avila Gardens). The victim reported Suspect(s) unknown forced entry into the location by damaging a rear door. Upon checking the location, nothing appeared to have been stolen. Damages were approximately $500.
Petty Theft:
1000 Block of Rancho Road. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown entered her unlocked vehicle, a 2010 Toyota Sienna and stole cash and other miscellaneous items from her glove box. Two charges were made from her access card to several Facebook pages, which were later canceled by the victim. Loss was approximately $150. No surveillance video.
Grand Theft:
2745 Huntington Drive (We Pack It All). The victim reported a male Hispanic suspect with short hair and a mustache, wearing dark pants stole the catalytic converter to his vehicle, a 2003 Honda Accord. The victim attempted to follow the suspect who entered a red 4 door vehicle and fled east on Huntington Drive. Loss was approximately $1,000. Surveillance video available.
Petty Theft (Attempt):
1500 Block of Brycedale Avenue. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown attempted to steal her wheels from her vehicle, a 2017 Honda Accord. No surveillance video.
October 22, 2021
Grand Theft:
1470 Mountain Avenue (Best-Buy). An employee from the location reported while attending to a customer, whom she just advised he was denied credit through “Best-Buy” stole an “Iphone 12 Pro Max” from the display case. The employee stated the suspect ran out the exit and south on Mountain Avenue and out of view. The suspect was positively identified using store security surveillance and information provided on credit application.
Petty Theft:
2237 Huntington Drive (Duarte Smoke Shop). An employee from the location reported a male “Gypsy” purchased five $100 “Hot Spot” lottery tickets. The employee conducted the transaction prior to receiving payment for the tickets. The suspect attempted to pay for the tickets with a crypto credit card that was invalid. The employee asked for the tickets back due to not receiving payment. The suspect handed back the tickets and left the location. After the suspect left, the employee noticed he had only returned four of the five tickets. No surveillance available. California Lottery Commission flagged tickets and investigating.
October 23, 2021
1. Provide adult supervision
Trick or treat is safer – not to mention more fun – in groups, and adult supervision is essential. So get together with other adults and make an evening of it. Bring cellphones for quick pictures and emergencies, but leave them in your pockets to avoid getting distracted.
2. Stay on the sidewalks
The thrill of the holiday often factors into accidents as excited kids rush from door to door. Keep children on the sidewalks, and shepherd them carefully when they need to cross the road. In areas without sidewalks, walk on the far edge of the road, facing traffic.
3. Carefully check candy
Check candy for choking hazards like gum and hard candies. Throw away any candy that is not sealed with a wrapper and avoid homemade treats received from strangers.
4. Choose bright, visible costumes
When selecting a costume, opt for the bright-colored outfits and add a touch of reflective tape to the material. Stick some reflective tape on their trick-or-treat bags as well so they can be easily spotted by motorists. Lastly, don’t forget to make sure they’re equipped with a flashlight or glow stick – must-have accessories for any costume.
5. Make sure costumes are well-fitted and safe
Being visible isn’t the only safety consideration for a costume. The right fit is just as important. Here’s some advice on keeping your child’s ensemble safe and secure:
Prevent accidental tripping or entanglement by making sure costumes aren’t too big or long
Avoid masks that block vision, but if your child wears one – it should have large eye, nose and mouth openings. You can also op for makeup or face paint as an alternative
Costumes, wigs and accessories should contain a label indicating they are flame resistant
Make sure accessories such as swords, canes, or sticks are not sharp or too long
6. Makeup safety
If makeup is a part of your child’s Halloween costume plans, make sure it is non-toxic and test it on a small area first. Before your child goes to bed, make sure to remove all makeup.
7. Jack-o-lantern safety
Young children can paint or color their pumpkins instead of carving. Or have them draw a face with markers and an adult can do the carving. Use colorful glow sticks inside your Jack-o-lanterns instead of candles to prevent burns.
8. Home decoration safety
If you’re turning your home into a haunted house, keep safety in mind: make sure steps, sidewalks, porches and paths are well-lit and free of decorations and holiday props. Keep decorations away from fireplaces and candles.
9. Take precaution against pranks and vandalism
Unfortunately, vandalism often increases during Halloween. That’s why taking these precautions is a good idea:
If you’re going away during Halloween, make it seem like you’re still home by turning down the volume of your answering machine and phone, covering your garage windows, and leaving your curtains in normal positions with valuables out of sight.
Crime Blotter for the Week of October 17 - October 23, 2021 
The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of October 17, 2021– October 23, 2021.
October 17, 2021
Burglary (Vehicle):
1300 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown entered his locked vehicle, a 2007 Saturn Ion by shattering the driver side window. Suspect(s) stole miscellaneous paperwork. Damage was approximately $300.
October 18, 2021
Grand Theft:
1800 Highland Avenue (Prolacta). The victim reported suspect(s) unknown stole 3 batteries to an electronic scissor lift that was parked outside. Loss was approximately $1,500. Surveillance video available.
October 19, 2021
- No significant activity.
Burglary (Commercial):
1790 Evergreen Street (EOTP Industries). The victim reported he received a burglary alarm activation. Upon checking security cameras, he observed an unknown suspect had entered the location through a shattered side window. A makeup bag was reported stolen. Loss was approximately $20, and damages were approximately $3,000.
October 21, 2021.
Burglary (Commercial):
1171 Encanto Parkway (Avila Gardens). The victim reported Suspect(s) unknown forced entry into the location by damaging a rear door. Upon checking the location, nothing appeared to have been stolen. Damages were approximately $500.
Petty Theft:
1000 Block of Rancho Road. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown entered her unlocked vehicle, a 2010 Toyota Sienna and stole cash and other miscellaneous items from her glove box. Two charges were made from her access card to several Facebook pages, which were later canceled by the victim. Loss was approximately $150. No surveillance video.
Grand Theft:
2745 Huntington Drive (We Pack It All). The victim reported a male Hispanic suspect with short hair and a mustache, wearing dark pants stole the catalytic converter to his vehicle, a 2003 Honda Accord. The victim attempted to follow the suspect who entered a red 4 door vehicle and fled east on Huntington Drive. Loss was approximately $1,000. Surveillance video available.
Petty Theft (Attempt):
1500 Block of Brycedale Avenue. The victim reported suspect(s) unknown attempted to steal her wheels from her vehicle, a 2017 Honda Accord. No surveillance video.
October 22, 2021
Grand Theft:
1470 Mountain Avenue (Best-Buy). An employee from the location reported while attending to a customer, whom she just advised he was denied credit through “Best-Buy” stole an “Iphone 12 Pro Max” from the display case. The employee stated the suspect ran out the exit and south on Mountain Avenue and out of view. The suspect was positively identified using store security surveillance and information provided on credit application.
Petty Theft:
2237 Huntington Drive (Duarte Smoke Shop). An employee from the location reported a male “Gypsy” purchased five $100 “Hot Spot” lottery tickets. The employee conducted the transaction prior to receiving payment for the tickets. The suspect attempted to pay for the tickets with a crypto credit card that was invalid. The employee asked for the tickets back due to not receiving payment. The suspect handed back the tickets and left the location. After the suspect left, the employee noticed he had only returned four of the five tickets. No surveillance available. California Lottery Commission flagged tickets and investigating.
October 23, 2021
- No significant activity.
1. Provide adult supervision
Trick or treat is safer – not to mention more fun – in groups, and adult supervision is essential. So get together with other adults and make an evening of it. Bring cellphones for quick pictures and emergencies, but leave them in your pockets to avoid getting distracted.
2. Stay on the sidewalks
The thrill of the holiday often factors into accidents as excited kids rush from door to door. Keep children on the sidewalks, and shepherd them carefully when they need to cross the road. In areas without sidewalks, walk on the far edge of the road, facing traffic.
3. Carefully check candy
Check candy for choking hazards like gum and hard candies. Throw away any candy that is not sealed with a wrapper and avoid homemade treats received from strangers.
4. Choose bright, visible costumes
When selecting a costume, opt for the bright-colored outfits and add a touch of reflective tape to the material. Stick some reflective tape on their trick-or-treat bags as well so they can be easily spotted by motorists. Lastly, don’t forget to make sure they’re equipped with a flashlight or glow stick – must-have accessories for any costume.
5. Make sure costumes are well-fitted and safe
Being visible isn’t the only safety consideration for a costume. The right fit is just as important. Here’s some advice on keeping your child’s ensemble safe and secure:
Prevent accidental tripping or entanglement by making sure costumes aren’t too big or long
Avoid masks that block vision, but if your child wears one – it should have large eye, nose and mouth openings. You can also op for makeup or face paint as an alternative
Costumes, wigs and accessories should contain a label indicating they are flame resistant
Make sure accessories such as swords, canes, or sticks are not sharp or too long
6. Makeup safety
If makeup is a part of your child’s Halloween costume plans, make sure it is non-toxic and test it on a small area first. Before your child goes to bed, make sure to remove all makeup.
7. Jack-o-lantern safety
Young children can paint or color their pumpkins instead of carving. Or have them draw a face with markers and an adult can do the carving. Use colorful glow sticks inside your Jack-o-lanterns instead of candles to prevent burns.
8. Home decoration safety
If you’re turning your home into a haunted house, keep safety in mind: make sure steps, sidewalks, porches and paths are well-lit and free of decorations and holiday props. Keep decorations away from fireplaces and candles.
9. Take precaution against pranks and vandalism
Unfortunately, vandalism often increases during Halloween. That’s why taking these precautions is a good idea:
If you’re going away during Halloween, make it seem like you’re still home by turning down the volume of your answering machine and phone, covering your garage windows, and leaving your curtains in normal positions with valuables out of sight.
- Install outdoor lighting (activated by a photocell or movement) to illuminate the area around your home during Halloween.
- Consider purchasing a security system that directly alerts police to intruders.
- Trim shrubs and large trees before Halloween so trespassers have fewer hiding spots.
- Make sure your homeowners insurance policy is up-to-date.
Address/Location
City of Duarte
1600 Huntington Dr
Duarte, CA 91030
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 626-357-7931
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