Crime Alert Bulletin Covering the Week of October 7-13, 2024
When I mention “the unit block” of a street, this means the incident occurred at an address anywhere between 1 and 99 of the street.
Robberies
There were three robberies and one attempted robbery during the past week.
On Friday, 10-11-24, at approximately 12:42 p.m., officers were dispatched to the Bank of America on Gellert Boulevard on a report of a robbery. The victim stated that after parking on the 400 block of Lakeshire Drive, as he exited his vehicle, he noticed a black SUV stopping beside him. The passenger approached and asked the victim for gas money. The victim handed over $16, which was all he had. However, the suspect said $16 was not enough and asked the victim to go to the bank to withdraw more money. The suspect then entered the victim’s vehicle. While driving to the bank, the suspect demanded $1,000 and claimed that the driver of the SUV, the second suspect who was following them, had a gun. Fearing for his safety, the victim withdrew $1,000 from the drive-thru ATM and handed it to the suspect. The suspect asked to be dropped off at the SUV, which was parked next to the drive-thru ATM. As the suspect exited the victim’s vehicle, the suspect said, “Thank you,” and offered to shake the victim’s hand. The victim, feeling obligated, shook the suspect’s hand. The suspect then tried to place a watch and ring onto the victim’s hand, which the suspect tried to offer the victim during the ride as compensation. Although the victim tried to refuse the counterfeit watch and ring, the suspect insisted. The suspects then fled in an unknown direction. Later, officers located the SUV in the Home Depot parking lot on Lake Merced Boulevard. While there, the second suspect approached another individual, placing a ring and bracelet onto the person’s hand and demanding $300 for the jewelry. When the individual declined, the second suspect demanded $200 instead. The individual refused again and returned the jewelry back to the second suspect. As this was occurring, officers arrived and arrested the two suspects. Both suspects, 19-year-old New York residents, were booked into jail for robbery and other offenses.
On Saturday, 10-12-24, at approximately 3:47 p.m., an officer was dispatched to the 100 block of Flournoy Street on a report of a battery. The victim and a known suspect were involved in an altercation, during which the suspect took the victim’s necklace and fled.
On Sunday, 10-13-24, at approximately 2:45 a.m., two suspects exited a black vehicle, brandished switchblade knives, and robbed a victim of his cell phone and wallet containing $300 at the Junipero Serra Boulevard overpass, north of Washington Street. The victim described the first suspect as a White male, approximately 20 to 25 years old, wearing a black baseball cap, a beige hoodie, and green sweatpants. The second suspect was described as a White male, approximately 20 to 25 years old, wearing a black baseball cap and white shoes.
On Saturday, 10-12-24, at approximately 6:35 p.m., officers were dispatched to Serramonte Center, outside near Dave & Buster’s, on a report of a battery. Four suspects followed a victim and a friend in an attempt to take the victim’s jewelry. Eventually, an altercation ensued between the suspects and victims, during which the victims were punched and thrown. The four suspects, ages 13, 15, and two aged 14, all San Francisco residents, were arrested and booked into the Youth Services Center for attempted robbery, battery, and conspiracy to commit a crime.
Residential Burglaries
There was one residential burglary during the past week.
Between Wednesday, 10-09-24, at approximately 4:00 p.m. and Friday, 10-11-24, at approximately 2:45 p.m., a suspect broke into a residence on the unit block of Castillejo Drive by smashing a rear window. It does not appear that anything was stolen.
Commercial Burglaries
There were no commercial burglaries during the past week.
Vehicle Burglaries
There were no vehicle burglaries during the past week.
Stolen Vehicles
There were six stolen vehicles and one attempted stolen vehicle during the past week. Two vehicles were recovered.
- Crocker Avenue and South Hill Boulevard—a theft of a 2015 Yamaha S-Max. Occurred on 10-07-24 between 12:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m.
- Unit block of Fleetwood Drive—a theft of a 2007 GMC Sierra. Occurred between 8:00 p.m. on 10-08-24 and 7:15 a.m. on 10-09-24.
- 600 block of Skyline Drive—a theft of a 2001 Ford F350. Occurred on 10-09-24 at approximately 3:30 a.m. **Recovered by DCPD on 10-09-24.
- 300 block of Guttenberg Street—a theft of a 1999 Ford F250. Occurred on 10-09-24 between 1:30 p.m. and 1:34 p.m.
- Unit block of Pinehaven Drive—a theft of a 2014 Lexus IS250. Occurred between 1:00 p.m. on 10-10-24 and 8:30 a.m. on 10-11-24. **Recovered by El Cerrito PD on 10-13-24.
- Parking lot of McDonald’s on Junipero Serra Boulevard—a theft of a 2002 Toyota RAV4. Occurred on 10-13-24 between 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
- South Hill Boulevard and Crocker Avenue—an attempted theft of a 2008 Ford F350. Occurred on 10-09-24 at approximately 1:31 a.m.
Miscellaneous
- There were 145 cases taken.
- There were 11 domestic disturbance cases reported.
- There were 7 cases involving an involuntary psychiatric hold.
- There were 6 malicious mischief/vandalism cases reported.
- There was 1 case for public intoxication.
- There were 3 hit-and-run collisions reported.
- There were 6 narcotics-related cases taken.
Community Events/Information
Top of the Hill Festival
Mayor Manalo and the Daly City Council invite you to the inaugural Top of the Hill Festival at Mission Street and John Daly Boulevard on Saturday, October 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. There will be live performances, food trucks, a car show, a beer garden, and more. For more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=807.
Trunk or Treat
The Department of Recreation Services is hosting Daly City’s annual Trunk or Treat at Westlake Park (145 Lake Merced Boulevard) on Saturday, October 19, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. There will be decorated cars handing out either spooky tricks or sweat treats, along with carnival games, photo ops, and activities for the entire family. For more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=823.
Make a Difference Day
The City will be hosting its annual free recycling event for Make a Difference Day at the City Hall main parking lot (333 90th Street) on Saturday, October 26, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., as well as citywide volunteer cleanups in parks and neighborhoods. This event will be in a drive-through format for Daly City residents; proof of residency is required, such as a driver’s license and/or recent utility bill. Free services include secure document shredding, mattress recycling, e-waste drop-off, and used tire take back. For a list of accepted items and limits, volunteer opportunities, and more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=794.
Dia de los Muertos Celebration
The Daly City Arts and Culture Commission presents its first annual Dia de los Muertos Celebration at City Hall (333 90th Street) on Saturday, October 26, from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. There will be altars, live music, vendors, dance, face painting, and crafts. For more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=795.
DCPLA Art & Lit Fest
The Daly City Public Library Associates (DCPLA) is hosting their annual Art & Lit Fest on Saturday, November 2, from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Serramonte Center (3 Serramonte Center). This free event will showcase local poets, authors, artists, musicians, and crafters. For more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=788.
Free Compost Giveaway Event
The City is partnering with its waste hauler, Republic Services, to host a free compost giveaway event at the Department of Water & Wastewater Resources (153 Lake Merced Boulevard) from Wednesday, November 20 through Thursday, November 21, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on a first-come, first-served basis. To participate in the compost giveaway, please bring a sturdy container, shovels, and gloves for this self-serve event. Residents must show proof of residency and are limited to five (5) 5-gallon buckets of compost per household. The event is weather permitting and will be canceled in case of rain. For more information, please visit www.dalycity.org/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=824.
San Mateo County Alert System (SMC)
Have you signed up to receive these alerts? This alert is a free digital communication system used by emergency management agencies and first responders to send emergency alerts, notifications, and updates to portable digital devices. In an emergency situation, an alert will be sent by San Mateo County authorized personnel, and you will receive messages on your cell phone or mobile device. Most carriers activate the service automatically. To receive emergency alerts, sign up by visiting www.smcalert.info.
Nextdoor.com
Nextdoor.com is a free private social networking website for your neighborhood. This private network ensures that only those who live in your neighborhood can join; users must go through a verification process. Neighbors ask each other for business recommendations; help in locating missing pets; discuss relevant local government issues; or connect for other reasons. It is very easy to sign up. I like the fact that the site verifies users by addresses, and it won’t allow people to access a neighborhood if they don’t live there. Please note: The City of Daly City and/or the Police Department cannot see what residents post—we are only allowed to post information. There is also a mobile application, or you can have it sent to your e-mail. Give it a try! www.nextdoor.com
Digital/Social Media
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Address/Location
Daly City Police Department
333 90th St
Daly City, CA 94015
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 650-991-8119
