Advisory
Crime Blotter for the Week of November 16, 2025 – November 22, 2025
November 17, 2025
November 18, 2025
November 19, 2025
November 20, 2025
November 21, 2025
November 22, 2025
To avoid theft during the holiday season, stay alert to your surroundings while shopping, ensure your vehicle is secure by parking in well-lit areas and concealing valuables in the trunk, and take safety measures at home by using timers for your lights and making packages less noticeable. While shopping, refrain from carrying large sums of cash, keep your purse or wallet close to you, and avoid overloading yourself with packages to stay aware and mobile. At home, trim back shrubbery to minimize hiding spots and utilize timers for lights to create the illusion that someone is present.
WHILE SHOPPING
Stay alert: Be mindful of your surroundings, particularly when nearing your car or in busy areas. Steer clear of distractions such as using your phone.
Park wisely: Opt for well-lit parking areas. Avoid parking beside large vehicles or those with tinted windows, and aim to park close to your destination.
Secure your vehicle: Ensure all doors and windows are locked, and store all shopping bags and gifts out of sight in the trunk before heading to your next stop. Never leave your car running or unattended with children inside.
Handle cash and valuables with care: Carry only a small amount of money and use credit cards or checks whenever possible. Keep your wallet or purse close to your body, ideally in a front pocket or inside coat pocket, rather than letting it hang loosely.
AT HOME
Make your home appear occupied: Use timers for lights, radios, and televisions to give the impression that someone is home even when you're not.
Secure your residence: Lock all windows and doors, including those on upper floors. Think about adding secondary locks. Ensure your garage door and the door leading into your house are locked.
Conceal gifts: After the holidays, avoid leaving large, empty boxes from expensive items visible in your home or by the curb. Break them down and place them in black garbage bags. Trim your landscaping: Keep bushes near doors and windows well-trimmed to remove hiding spots for potential burglars.
Crime Blotter for the Week of November 16, 2025 – November 22, 2025 
The following is a synopsis of crimes reported from November 16, 2025 – November 22, 2025.
November 16, 2025
- No significant activity.
November 17, 2025
- Grand Theft Auto
November 18, 2025
- No significant activity.
November 19, 2025
- Robbery (Strong Arm)
November 20, 2025
- No significant activity.
November 21, 2025
- No significant activity.
November 22, 2025
- No significant activity.
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
To avoid theft during the holiday season, stay alert to your surroundings while shopping, ensure your vehicle is secure by parking in well-lit areas and concealing valuables in the trunk, and take safety measures at home by using timers for your lights and making packages less noticeable. While shopping, refrain from carrying large sums of cash, keep your purse or wallet close to you, and avoid overloading yourself with packages to stay aware and mobile. At home, trim back shrubbery to minimize hiding spots and utilize timers for lights to create the illusion that someone is present.
WHILE SHOPPING
Stay alert: Be mindful of your surroundings, particularly when nearing your car or in busy areas. Steer clear of distractions such as using your phone.
Park wisely: Opt for well-lit parking areas. Avoid parking beside large vehicles or those with tinted windows, and aim to park close to your destination.
Secure your vehicle: Ensure all doors and windows are locked, and store all shopping bags and gifts out of sight in the trunk before heading to your next stop. Never leave your car running or unattended with children inside.
Handle cash and valuables with care: Carry only a small amount of money and use credit cards or checks whenever possible. Keep your wallet or purse close to your body, ideally in a front pocket or inside coat pocket, rather than letting it hang loosely.
AT HOME
Make your home appear occupied: Use timers for lights, radios, and televisions to give the impression that someone is home even when you're not.
Secure your residence: Lock all windows and doors, including those on upper floors. Think about adding secondary locks. Ensure your garage door and the door leading into your house are locked.
Conceal gifts: After the holidays, avoid leaving large, empty boxes from expensive items visible in your home or by the curb. Break them down and place them in black garbage bags. Trim your landscaping: Keep bushes near doors and windows well-trimmed to remove hiding spots for potential burglars.
Address/Location
City of Duarte
1600 Huntington Dr
Duarte, CA 91030
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 626-357-7931
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