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The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of September 3, 2023 – September 9, 2023.
 
September 3, 2023

• Aggravated Assault:

751 Encanto Parkway (Encanto Park). On September 3, 2023 at 7:30 PM, the victim was at the location for a family birthday party, when he got into an argument with the suspect, a family friend (Rene Castro), a male Hispanic adult 35 years old wearing a blue “Barcelona” soccer jersey and blue jeans. The argument escalated when the suspect threw a glass “Modelo” beer bottle at the victim striking him in the head causing a laceration. The suspect fled the area in a black Honda Civic. The victim was treated for lacerations to his head by LA County Fire Department. No surveillance video is available.
 
September 4, 2023

• Robbery (Carjacking):

1302 Duarte Road (Duarte Liquor). On September 4, 2023 at 6:55 PM, the victim was sitting in the driver seat to his vehicle, a black 2002 Honda Civic, when the suspect a male Hispanic adult 21 years old, 250 lbs. wearing black pants and black shoes with tattoos all over his body, approached him from his open car door. The suspect began to argue with the victim and began to assault him. The victim fearing for his life exited the vehicle at which point the suspect entered the vehicle and began to drive away. The victim was in between the car door and the car when the suspect began to reverse the vehicle causing the victim to be dragged approximately 50 feet. The suspect exited the vehicle and fled the area, where he was later detained by responding deputies. The victim was transported to a local hospital where he was treated for his injuries. Surveillance video is available.
 

• Grand Theft Auto:

1800 Block of Buena Vista Street. Between September 3, 2023 11 PM and September 4, 2023 9:40 AM, suspect(s) unknown attempted to take the victim's parked vehicle, a gray 2002 Ford Explorer. No surveillance video is available.
 
September 5, 2023

• Burglary (Commercial):

2237 Huntington Drive (Duarte Smoke Shop). On September 5, 2023 at 5 AM, suspect unknown cut a hole through the roof of the location and rappelled into the business on a rope and stole Lottery tickets. The loss was approximately $10,000. Surveillance video is available.
 

• Grand Theft:

1800 Block of Wardel Avenue. On September 5, 2023 at 4:15 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the catalytic converter from the victim's parked vehicle, a gray 2010 Toyota Prius. The loss was approximately $2,400. Three unknown suspects in a black SUV are seen on a surveillance video.
 
September 6, 2023

• Grand Theft:

1800 Block of Capehart Avenue. Between September 5, 2023 5 PM and September 6, 2023 7:30 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the catalytic converter from the victim's parked vehicle, a gray 2013 Toyota Prius. The loss was approximately $2,000. No surveillance video is available.
 
 September 7, 2023

• Burglary (Commercial):

1750 Fasana Road (Esperanza). Between September 6, 2023 3 PM and September 7, 2023 6 AM, suspect(s) unknown drilled the lock out of a “Knaack” toolbox at the location and stole miscellaneous tools. The loss was approximately $5,000. No surveillance video is available.
 

• Grand Theft:

3500 block of Conata Street. On September 7, 2023 at 4 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the catalytic converter from the victim's parked vehicle, a gray 2013 Toyota Prius. The loss was approximately $2,000. No surveillance video is available.
 
September 8, 2023

• No significant activity.

 
September 9, 2023

• Grand Theft:

902 Mountain Avenue (Arco). On September 9, 2023 at 4:30 AM, suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s “Coach” purse from the front passenger seat while she was at the location pumping gas into her vehicle. The unknown suspect(s) fled the area in a gray SUV. The loss was approximately $1,400. A possible surveillance video is available.
 

• Grand Theft:

1193 Huntington Drive (AT&T). On September 9, 2023 at 2:45 PM, the suspect, a male black adult 36 years old wearing a white shirt and black pants, entered the location posing as a customer wishing to purchase a phone. The suspect became argumentative with employees and began taking multiple electronic devices from the walls and display area. The suspect fled the location without attempting to purchase any of the items.  Suspect detained shortly afterwards by responding deputies. The value of items stolen was approximately $2,000. Surveillance video is available.
  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 sensible precautions below.
 
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 (VIN) 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