Advisory
son) stole the victim’s vehicle (2015, Volkswagen, Golf) from a restaurant. No video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
person. Unknown if video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 15, 2025
December 16, 2025
phone had been stolen. Video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 17, 2025
available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 19, 2025
To avoid vehicle break-ins, make sure to always lock your doors and windows, conceal or take out valuables such as electronics, bags, and garage remotes before you park. Choose well-lit and visible areas or your garage for parking. Consider using visible deterrents like steering wheel
locks, activate your alarms, and if you have keyless entry, utilize Faraday pouches for your fobs to prevent relay attacks.
- Secure Your Vehicle, Lock Everything: Always secure your doors, windows, and sunroof, even during brief stops.
- Hide Valuables: Before you reach your destination, put items in the trunk or take them with you; avoid leaving them in plain sight.
- Remove Essentials: Take away garage door openers, electronics, mail, and anything containing personal information.
- Use Security: Consider installing or using alarms, steering wheel locks (like The Club), or VIN etching on your windows.
- Protect Keyless Fobs: Utilize Faraday pouches to prevent thieves from amplifying key signals.
- Choose Safe Parking Well-Lit & Populated: Opt for busy, well-lit areas to park where thieves are more likely to be noticed.
- Use Your Garage: If you can, park inside your garage and ensure it is locked. Add Lighting: If parking in a driveway, consider installing motion-sensor lights.
- Be Proactive Don't Leave Keys: Always avoid leaving keys in the ignition, even when you're warming up the vehicle.
- Check on Your Car: If parked on the street, make it a habit to check on it regularly.
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice anyone tampering with parked cars, don't hesitate to call the police.
Remember, if you SEE something, SAY something. Have a wonderful holiday.
Crime Blotter of the Week of December 14, 2025 – December 20, 2025
The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for the week of December 14, 2025 - December 20, 2025:
December 14, 2025
- Robbery
son) stole the victim’s vehicle (2015, Volkswagen, Golf) from a restaurant. No video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
- Grand Theft (Person)
person. Unknown if video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 15, 2025
- Grant Theft Auto
December 16, 2025
- Grand Theft (Phone)
phone had been stolen. Video footage was available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 17, 2025
- No Significant Activity
- Grand Theft (Electrical Equipment)
available. No arrest made. Temple DB follow-up.
December 19, 2025
- No Significant Activity
- No Significant Activity
Preventing Vehicle Theft to Unlocked Vehicles
To avoid vehicle break-ins, make sure to always lock your doors and windows, conceal or take out valuables such as electronics, bags, and garage remotes before you park. Choose well-lit and visible areas or your garage for parking. Consider using visible deterrents like steering wheel
locks, activate your alarms, and if you have keyless entry, utilize Faraday pouches for your fobs to prevent relay attacks.
- Secure Your Vehicle, Lock Everything: Always secure your doors, windows, and sunroof, even during brief stops.
- Hide Valuables: Before you reach your destination, put items in the trunk or take them with you; avoid leaving them in plain sight.
- Remove Essentials: Take away garage door openers, electronics, mail, and anything containing personal information.
- Use Security: Consider installing or using alarms, steering wheel locks (like The Club), or VIN etching on your windows.
- Protect Keyless Fobs: Utilize Faraday pouches to prevent thieves from amplifying key signals.
- Choose Safe Parking Well-Lit & Populated: Opt for busy, well-lit areas to park where thieves are more likely to be noticed.
- Use Your Garage: If you can, park inside your garage and ensure it is locked. Add Lighting: If parking in a driveway, consider installing motion-sensor lights.
- Be Proactive Don't Leave Keys: Always avoid leaving keys in the ignition, even when you're warming up the vehicle.
- Check on Your Car: If parked on the street, make it a habit to check on it regularly.
- Report Suspicious Activity: If you notice anyone tampering with parked cars, don't hesitate to call the police.
Remember, if you SEE something, SAY something. Have a wonderful holiday.
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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