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The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of June 30, 2024 – July 6, 2024.        
 
June 30, 2024

• No significant activity.

 
July 1, 2024

• No significant activity.

 
July 2, 2024

• Grand Theft Vehicle:

1100 Block of Galen Steet. On July 2, 2024 between 9 PM and 10 PM, the suspect(s) unknown stole the victim's parked vehicle, a white 1991 Nissan RC. No surveillance video is available.
 
July 3, 2024

• No significant activity.

 
July 4, 2024

• Petty Theft:

1600 Mountain Avenue (Walmart). On July 4, 2024 between 1 PM and 1:30 PM, the suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s baby blue beach cruiser from the locked bike rack of the location. The value of the stolen property was approximately $150.  No surveillance video is available.

July 5, 2024

• Burglary (Residential):

1200 Block of Olivia Court. On July 5, 2024 at 11:20 PM, the suspect, a male black adult wearing a black shirt, black shorts and a black backpack, was observed shattering the front window to the location with a metal wrench and removing the window screen. The suspect reached inside the window and unlocked the window and opened the window. The suspect fled the area upon noticing he was being watched. Deputies arrived and detained the suspect a short distance away from the location. No surveillance video is available.
 
July 6, 2024

• No significant activity.

  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 following sensible precautions:
 
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 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.