Advisory
Before You Make a Payment or Withdraw funds:
Crime Blotter for the Week of August 6, 2026 – September 12, 2026
The following is a synopsis of crimes reported from September 06, 2026 through September 12, 2026.
September 6, 2026
- Domestic Violence
- 1700 Block of Fasana Avenue - On September 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM, during an argument, the suspect assaulted the victim, causing injury. No arrest made (suspect named). No video footage available. Temple DB follow-up.
- Assault with a Deadly Weapon
- 400 Block of Fairwoods Street - On September 6, 2026, at 10:30 PM, and reported on September 8, 2026. During an argument, the suspect assaulted the victim, causing injury. No arrest made. No video footage available. Temple DB follow-up.
- Grand Theft (Scooter)
- 1800 Block of 2nd Street - On September 7, 2026 at 3:30 AM, the suspect entered a parking garage and stole the victim’s scooter. No arrest made. Still photos are available—Temple DB follow-up.
- Burglary (Gym)
- 1100 Block of Huntington Drive - On September 7, 2026 at 8:30 PM, the suspect broke into the victim’s gym locker and stole miscellaneous items. No arrest made. No video footage available. Temple DB follow-up.
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- No significant activity.
- Domestic Violence
- 2600 Block of Millbrae Avenue - On September 11, 2026, at 1:48 PM, during an argument, the suspect assaulted the victim, causing injury. No arrest made (suspect named). No video footage available. Temple DB follow-up.
- Grand Theft (Vehicle)
- 900 Block of Mount Olive Drive: On September 12, 2026, at 6:48 PM, the suspect stole the victim’s vehicle parked near his home. No arrest made. No video footage available. Temple DB follow-up.
“Was I just “skimmed?”
To avoid skimmer fraud, always check card readers for any signs of tampering, utilize contactless or mobile payment options whenever you can, protect your PIN, choose indoor or bank ATMs, make payments inside gas stations, and consistently review your accounts for any unusual activity, reporting any concerns right away to your bank. Stay alert for loose components, mismatched colors, or devices that appear to be attached, and prefer using credit instead of debit when you need to enter a PIN.Before You Make a Payment or Withdraw funds:
- Examine the Machine: Look for loose components, color mismatches, or sticky residue on card readers; gently shake the card slot to check for overlays.
- Protect Your PIN: Always cover the keypad with your hand while entering your Personal Identification Number.
- Make Smart Choices: Opt for ATMs located inside banks or gas stations near an attendant, or pay inside the station.
- Embrace Contactless: Using tap-to-pay or mobile wallets (such as Apple/Google Pay) generates unique codes, making them more secure than swiping or inserting.
- Run Debit as Credit: If you need to utilize a debit card, opt for "credit" to prevent the necessity of entering your PIN.
- Use Credit Cards: They typically provide superior fraud protection compared to debit cards. Monitor Accounts: Review bank and credit card statements on a daily basis for any unfamiliar transactions.
- Set Alerts: Enroll in text/email notifications for each transaction.
- If You Suspect a Skimmer Report It: Promptly report any suspicious devices to the business and local authorities.
- Contact Your Bank: Inform your financial institution about any potential fraud immediately.
- Freeze Credit: Consider establishing a fraud alert or credit freeze with the major credit bureaus.
Address/Location
City of Duarte
1600 Huntington Dr
Duarte, CA 91010
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 626-357-7931
TEXT-A-TIP - Text TIP DUARTE followed by your message, to 888777
