Full Notification

The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of October 5, 2025 – October 11, 2025.   
        
October 5, 2025

• Domestic Violence:

1309 Starhaven Street. On October 5, 2025 at 12:53 AM, the female victim reported that her boyfriend assaulted her at the indicated location. The suspect was identified. No arrest made. Temple DB to follow-up.
 
October 6, 2025

• Grand Theft Auto:

953 Newington Street. On October 6, 2025 at 7:45 PM, the victim’s vehicle was stolen from the indicated address. The vehicle is a gray 2016 Toyota Tacoma. No surveillance video is available. Temple DB to to follow-up.
 
October 7, 2025

• Burglary:

1600 Huntington Drive (Duarte Fitness Center). On October 7, 2025 at 7 AM, unknown suspect(s) made entry into the building. There were no signs of forced entry. The suspect(s) spread feces all over the bathroom walls. No items were taken. No surveillance video is available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
 
October 8, 2025
            No significant activity.
 
October 9, 2025
            No significant activity.
 
October 10, 2025
            No significant activity.
 
October 11, 2025
            No significant activity.
  With the holidays right around the corner, I wanted to share a familiar term that’s become part of the “community policing” conversation: the Porch Pirate! Porch pirate theft refers to the act of criminals taking packages that are left unattended on front porches. This crime results in billions of dollars in losses for consumers each year and has emerged as a major national issue. Such thefts frequently happen during the day, with small, high-value packages often being the preferred targets. These incidents can be monitored through delivery notifications and home security systems. To address this problem, homeowners have several options: report thefts, set up security cameras and doorbells, require signatures upon delivery, use package lockers, or arrange for packages to be delivered to a workplace or a family member’s residence.

PORCH PIRACY

• The Act: Porch piracy is the crime of stealing packages that have been delivered to a residence and left outside.
• Porch Pirates: These are thieves who target unattended packages.
• The Targets: They often steal small, valuable items, such as cell phones or smartwatches, which are easy to sell.
• The Motivation: Package theft is considered a crime of opportunity, with rates increasing during holiday seasons and periods with more online shopping.

STATISTICS AND IMPACT

• High Costs: In recent years, package theft has cost consumers billions of dollars.
• Targeted Times: Most thefts occur during the day, between 1 PM and 4 PM, when residents are typically at work or school.

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

• Report the Theft: Report any stolen packages to the police; this helps law enforcement catch culprits by tracking crime patterns in specific areas.
• Install Security Devices: Home security cameras, like Ring doorbells, can capture footage of these crimes and deter thieves.
• Use Delivery Options: Require a signature for deliveries to ensure someone is home.
• Delivery Lockers: Utilize secure delivery lockers for packages.
• Alternate Addresses: Have packages sent to your workplace or a trusted friend or family member’s home.
• Delivery Alerts: Opt-in for text or email alerts from delivery services to know exactly when packages are dropped off.
• Be Aware: If you see suspicious activity around your delivery or a neighbor’s porch, report it to the police.