The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of March 16, 2025 – March 22, 2025.
March 16, 2025
March 17, 2025
March 18, 2025
- Aggravated Assault (Domestic Violence):
900 Block of Buena Vista Street. On March 18, 2025 at 8:30 AM, the suspect and victim, who are in a dating relationship, were at the location when they began to argue over relationship issues. The argument became assaultive when the suspect threw an unknown object at the back of the victim’s head. The victim covered his head and, became dizzy and attempted to defend himself from head strikes as the suspect began to physically assault him. The victim escaped from the suspect, where he left the location, and eventually sought medical attention. No surveillance video is available.
March 19, 2025
1800 Block of Broadland Avenue. Between 5 PM on March 17, 2025 and 3 PM on March 19, 2025, the suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s catalytic converter to their parked vehicle, a black 2002 Toyota Camry. The loss was approximately $1,500. No surveillance video is available.
2600 Block of Bloomdale Street. Between 6:30 PM on March 18, 2025 and 8:30 AM on March 19, 2025, the suspect(s) unknown stole the victim's parked vehicle, a grey 2000 Chevy Silverado. No surveillance video is available.
March 20, 2025
1322 Huntington Drive (Grocery Outlet). On March 20, 2025 at 10:01 PM, the suspect unknown, a female black adult wearing a black shirt and khaki pants, was observed at a vacant register bagging groceries from her cart without attempting to purchase the items. A store employee tried to stop the suspect from leaving, but a struggle ensued over the items. After the struggle, the suspect let go of the bag but still held onto a bag of potatoes, which she threw at the victim, striking her in the back. The suspect fled the location in a black Chevy Malibu with Idaho plates of FM07056. Surveillance video is available. The stolen merchandise was valued at approximately $315.
- Petty Theft (Shoplifting):
1050 Huntington Dr. (Target). On March 20, 2025 at 6 PM, the suspect, a female white adult wearing a black shirt and black pants, was observed by loss prevention entering the location and concealing merchandise on her person. The victim immediately called “911,” suspecting a theft was about to occur, where responding deputies arrived and detained the suspect as she exited the store with the merchandise hidden upon her person. The stolen merchandise was valued at $245. Surveillance video is available.
March 21, 2025
March 22, 2025
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS - CYBER CRIME SECURITY (PART TWO)
- Secure Your Mobile Devices - Be aware that your mobile device is vulnerable to viruses and hackers. Download applications from trusted sources. Install the latest operating system updates.
- Protect Your Data - Use encryption for your most sensitive files, such as tax returns or financial records. Make regular backups of all your important data and store it in another location.
- Secure Your Wireless Network - Wi-Fi (wireless) networks are vulnerable to intrusion if they are not adequately secured. Public Wi-Fi, aka “Hot Spots,” are also vulnerable. Avoid conducting financial or corporate transactions on these networks.
- Protect Your Identity - Be cautious when giving out personal information such as your name, address, phone number, or financial information on the internet. Make sure the websites are secure.
- Avoid Being Scammed - Always think before you click on a link or file of unknown origin. Don’t feel pressured by any emails. Check the source of the message. Never reply to emails that ask you to verify your information or confirm your user ID or password.
