The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of August 13, 2023 – August 19, 2023.
 
August 13, 2023

• Aggravated Assault (Domestic Violence):

2200 Block of Citrus View Avenue. On August 13, 2023 at 1:30 AM, the victim was at the location when her boyfriend arrived home late heavily intoxicated and making a lot of noise. The victim asked the suspect to quiet it down so he wouldn’t wake up the others in the house. The suspect became angry and suddenly without provocation began to assault the victim. The victim escaped the assault and ran into her mother’s room where she called “911”. The suspect fled the location prior to law enforcement arrival. No surveillance video is available.
 

• Grand Theft Vehicle:

1100 Block of Oak Avenue. On August 13, 2023 between 12 AM and 9 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the victim's parked motorcycle, a blue 2008 Yamaha WR250R. No surveillance video is available.
 
August 14, 2023

• Petty Theft:

3000 Block of Treefern Drive. Between August 13, 2023 6 PM and August 14, 2023 6 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s driver side front and rear tires to his parked vehicle, a 2018 Honda Accord. The loss was approximately $600. No surveillance video is available.
 

• Petty Theft:

1000 Block of Mount Olive Drive. On August 14, 2023 between 7:20 AM and 7:50 AM, suspect(s) unknown entered the victim’s unlocked vehicle, a 2006 GMC Hummer and took the victim's jump starter kit and miscellaneous tools. The loss was approximately $320. No surveillance video is available.
 
August 15, 2023

• Burglary (Residential):

1600 block of Huntington Drive.  On August 15, 2023 at 12:30 PM, suspect unknown, a female black adult wearing all tan clothing and white sandals, arrived at the victim’s location and identified herself as a social worker. While at the location, the suspect stole the victim’s identifying information and $300. No surveillance video is available.
 
August 16, 2023

• Grand Theft:

3200 Block of Hacienda Drive. On August 16, 2023 at 11:50 AM, two unknown male Hispanic adult suspects were observed on surveillance video exiting a black four door sedan and proceeding to take the victim's gardening equipment from the back of his truck that was parked in his driveway. The loss was approximately $2,600. Surveillance video is available.
 

• Petty Theft:

1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). On August 16, 2023 between 7:30 PM and 7:45 PM, suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s bicycle from the bike rack at the location. The loss was approximately $600. No surveillance video is available.
 

• Arson:

1060 Huntington Drive (Denny’s). On August 16, 2023 at 4:45 AM, suspect(s) unknown started a fire in front of the location damaging the outside wall. Damage was estimated to be $500. Nothing observed on surveillance video.
 
 August 17, 2023

• No significant activity.

 
August 18, 2023

• Aggravated Assault:

1212 Kellwil Way (Beardslee Elementary). On August 18, 2023 at 7:09 AM, the victim was at the location working, when he noticed the suspect, a male Hispanic adult 30 years old wearing a white shirt and plaid shorts, standing Infront of the location talking to himself. The suspect began to walk towards two young students and believing he was going to assault them, the victim intervened. The suspect positioned himself in a fighting stance and immediately struck the victim twice in the head causing a one-inch laceration. The suspect fled the area and was detained a short time later by responding deputies. During the detention, the suspect also assaulted the arresting deputies. Surveillance video is available.
 
August 19, 2023

• Grand Theft Auto:

3000 Block of Royal Oaks Drive. On August 19, 2023 between 10 AM and 10:20 PM, suspect(s) unknown stole the victim's parked vehicle, a gray 2020 Kia Sportage. No surveillance video is available.

DRIVING SAFETY TIPS EVERY DRIVER SHOULD KNOW

FOCUS ON DRIVING

• Keep 100% of your attention on driving at all times – no multi-tasking.
• Don’t use your phone or any other electronic device while driving.
• Slow down. Speeding gives you less time to react and increases the severity of an accident.

DRIVE "DEFENSIVELY"

• Be aware of what other drivers around you are doing, and expect the unexpected.
• Assume other motorists will do something crazy, and always be prepared to avoid it.
• Keep a 2-second cushion between you and the car in front of you.
• Make that 4 seconds if the weather is bad.

MAKE A SAFE DRIVING PLAN

• Build time into your trip schedule to stop for food, rest breaks, phone calls or other business.
• Adjust your seat, mirrors and climate controls before putting the car in gear.
• Pull over to eat or drink. It takes only a few minutes.

PRACTICE SAFETY

• Secure cargo that may move around while the vehicle is in motion.
• Don’t attempt to retrieve items that fall to the floor.
• Have items needed within easy reach.
• Always wear your seat belt and drive sober and drug-free.

WHAT TO DO WHEN PULLED OVER

If you notice that a police car is following you with the lights flashing, pull over to the right side of the road safely and quickly. Wait inside your car for the officer to approach, and be prepared to:

• Turn on the light: Turn on your interior light at night and keep your hands where the officer can see them, preferably on the steering wheel.

• Keep your hands visible: Don't reach under your seat or into your glove box. This may cause the officer to think you're reaching for a weapon or hiding something.

• Provide necessary documentation: Give your license and proof of insurance to the officer if asked. If the officer asks you to step out of your car, do so without sudden or threatening movements.

• Be polite: Stay calm − don't become argumentative, disorderly or abusive − and never attempt to bribe the officer.

If a citation is issued, present your story in traffic court if you feel you’ve been unfairly treated. You may be represented by a lawyer and, if necessary, you'll be heard by a judge or magistrate.