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The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of January 16, 2022 - January 22, 2022. 
 
January 16, 2022

• No significant activity.

January 17, 2022

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 2000 Block of Delford Avenue. The victim’s Toyota Camry was stolen from the location on 01-14-22 between 11:00 pm, and 10:30 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.
 
January 18, 2022

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 2700 Block of Huntington Drive. The victim’s Ford Mustang was stolen from the location on 01-18-22, between 08:00 am and 09:30 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. Montebello Police Department recovered the vehicle on 01-22-22. No one in custody.

• Grand Theft (Water Pump):

An informant reported a theft near the 1700 Block of Flower Avenue. Unknown suspects stole an unsecured water pump from the location between 01-12-22 and 01-19-22. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The estimated loss was $2500.
 
January 19, 2022

• No significant activity.

January 20, 2022

• No significant activity.

January 21, 2022

• Grand Theft (Shoplifting):

An informant reported a theft at 1450 Mountain Avenue (Harbor Freight). The informant saw a male adult on 01-21-22 at 3:14 pm walk out of the emergency exit door with two jackhammers. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $879.

• Burglary (Commercial):

A victim reported a theft near the 900 Block of Buena Vista Street. The victim stated on 01-21-22 at approximately 2:05 am, unknown persons pried open the sliding glass door to the business and smashed an interior window. At the time of the report, it’s unknown if any items were stolen. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated damage was $2000.

• Robbery:

A victim reported a robbery at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). The victim saw a male adult on 01-21-22 at 9:00 am walking out of the emergency exit door with a black bike, falling to pay for the item. The victim contacted the suspect and demanded the stolen merchandise back. The suspect brandished a folding knife and left the store. As Deputies investigated the incident, the suspect returned to the store looking for a cellphone he dropped. The suspect was arrested without incident. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $248.
 
January 22, 2022

• Robbery:

A victim reported a robbery at 1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). The victim saw a male adult on 01-22-22 at 8:55 pm place several unpaid items inside his backpack and attempt to walk out of one of the store exits. The victim contacted the suspect and demanded the stolen merchandise back. The suspect reached behind his back and brandished a folding knife. The victim walked away from the suspect and saw him unlock a bike and drive away from the location. Surveillance video captured the incident. The estimated loss was $100.

• Grand Theft Auto:

A victim reported their vehicle stolen near the 1300 Block of Fairlee Avenue. The victim’s Honda Civic was stolen from the location on 01-22-22 between 10:00 pm, and 9:45 am. Deputies did not locate any surveillance video. The vehicle is still outstanding.

• Petty Theft (Access Card):

A victim reported an unauthorized theft from a credit card on 12-29-21. The estimated loss was $747.
 
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
 
Homeowner’s Safeguarding Tips:

• Certified technicians should install security systems 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 motion-activated outdoor floodlights. Make sure that they are placed high enough not to be tampered with.
• 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.
• 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.