Thursday, June 28, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of June 25-27, 2012


Injury Traffic Collision
June 25 at 8:36 a.m., dispatch received a call reporting two vehicles involved in a traffic collision with injuries. Investigation revealed that a driver of a vehicle headed southbound on Mountain failed to yield to an oncoming vehicle when turning east onto Lemon. Both drivers received minor visible injuries, and one of the drivers was transported to a hospital due to complaint of back and neck pain. Both vehicles sustained moderate damage. Investigation continuing.
Theft From a Vehicle
June 25 at 7:53 p.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 600 block of Parkrose. The theft occurred sometime between 8:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. The vehicle was ransacked and a flashlight and some miscellaneous change were stolen. Investigation continuing.
Barricaded Suspect / Ex-Felon With a Firearm – Suspect Arrested
June 26 at 1:19 p.m., officers responded to the report of a suicidal subject in the 800 block of West Duarte Road. A friend of the subject called and reported the man had been drinking heavily and had stated he was going to commit suicide. He also threatened to shoot police and refused to exit the house. The Foothill Special Enforcement Team was activated to handle the barricade situation. Duarte Road was shut down and residents were evacuated.
During the investigation, it was learned that the suspect had several firearms in his residence. It was also learned that he is a convicted felon. Detectives obtained a warrant for the suspect's arrest. He continued to refuse to cooperate. Distraction devices were deployed and tear gas was utilized. The suspect surrendered at approximately 1:00 a.m. The Red Cross responded to provide aid to the residents who had been evacuated.
Vehicle Burglary
June 26 at 10:05 p.m., a window-smash vehicle burglary was reported in the 600 block of West Huntington. The burglary occurred in a business parking lot sometime between 4:30 and 10:05 p.m. An iPod was stolen from the vehicle. Investigation continuing.
Detective Bureau Case Follow-up
Sexual Assault Case – Suspect Sentenced
In February 2011, a sexual assault occurred at a residence on Alta Vista involving a relative that committed sexual assault against a family member. The suspect entered the apartment of his niece and sexually assaulted her while she was asleep on the living room floor with a female friend. The suspect had been drinking and fled before police arrived at the location. The case was assigned to detectives.
Detecive Case -  Bureau Follow Up
Detectives filed the case with the District Attorney’s Office and coordinated efforts with State Parole Agents to have the suspect tracked down. The suspect was located and arrested, and multiple charges were filed against the suspect by the District Attorney’s Office. The case went to trial the week of June 18, 2012, and the suspect was found guilty of two serious felony counts of sexual assault. He was sentenced to 50 years to life.
Barricaded Suicidal Subject – Suspect Arrested
On June 26, patrol officers and detectives responded to the 800 block of West Duarte Road regarding a barricaded suicidal subject – See above June 26 incident for details. Detectives worked collaboratively with patrol officers to obtain an arrest warrant for the subject. After a lengthy standoff with police, he eventually exited his home and was taken into custody. The suspect was booked and charges will be sought against him.
Tip of the Week
DON’T FILL YOUR VEHICLE WITH PRESENTS FOR THIEVES!
It only takes a few seconds for thieves to break into your vehicle and steel your valuables.
It only takes a few seconds to remove your valuables and secure your vehicle.
Don’t be a Victim!
Auto-burglary prevention starts by limiting the criminal’s opportunity to commit the crime and can be accomplished with very little time and effort. Criminals are looking for
something to steal – don’t supply the valuables. If you leave your valuables in your vehicle, you instantly make your car a target for thieves.
Take a few seconds to prevent auto-burglary!

Stop Graffiti Bounty Program
One of the methods the Monrovia Police Department is using to combat graffiti in the community of Monrovia is the Stop Graffiti Bounty Program. If a citizen reports an incident of graffiti in the City of Monrovia that leads to the arrest of the suspect, the citizen will receive a $100 bill. Help keep Monrovia looking great!

Tuesday, June 26, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of June 21 -24, 2012


Commercial Burglary
June 21 at 7:26 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 900 block of West Foothill regarding a break-in.  The business was broken into sometime during the night.  The suspect(s) pried open the rear door, which faces an alley, made entry, and stole merchandise from the business.  Investigation continuing.

Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested
June 21 at 8:54 p.m., a witness called police to report a possible drunk driver who ran a stop sign at Fifth and Colorado.  The witness followed the vehicle to Monterey and Chestnut, where the driver pulled over and slumped her head against the steering wheel.  Police arrived and contacted the female driver, who was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested.

Grand Theft Auto
June 22 at 10:32 a.m., a reporting party came to the police department lobby to file a grand theft auto report.  The vehicle belongs to a friend who is presently in Korea, but was having the reporting party watch the vehicle for him.  The vehicle was taken sometime between the evening of June 20 and the morning of June 22.  The vehicle is a black, 2000 Honda Civic.  Investigation continuing.


Stop Graffiti Bounty Program

One of the methods the Monrovia Police Department is using to combat graffiti in the community of Monrovia is the Stop Graffiti Bounty Program.  If a citizen reports an incident of graffiti in the City of Monrovia that leads to the arrest of the suspect, the citizen will receive a $100 bill.  Help keep Monrovia looking great!

Friday, June 22, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of June 18-20, 2012


Commercial Burglary
June 18 at 8:06 a.m., police responded to the report of a commercial burglary in the 600 block of West Huntington.  The burglary occurred sometime between 5:00 p.m. on June 17 and 8:00 a.m. on June 18.  Suspect(s) smashed a window and took Oakley, Maui Jim and Rey Ban sunglasses from the business.  No alarm sounded.  Similar cases have been reported in Anaheim, Whittier and Montclair.  Investigation continuing.

Armed Robbery
June 16 at 8:00 p.m., an armed robbery was reported at a business in the 900 block of West Huntington.  Two suspects entered the store, produced handguns, and ordered the two employees to the floor.  While one suspect held the victims at gunpoint, the other stole cash and cell phones from the business.  The suspects were last seen northbound from the location on foot.  The suspects are described as male African-Americans, in their 20's, one with a goatee and the other had beard stubble on his face.  One suspect wore a black hooded sweatshirt, the other wore a gray one, and they both had on black pants.

Theft From a Vehicle
June 16 at 8:16 p.m., dispatch received a call reporting a theft from an unlocked vehicle in the 100 block of Stedman.  The victim parked her vehicle in her assigned space directly in front of her apartment in the evening, but left the vehicle unlocked.  When she returned to her vehicle the next morning, she noticed the vehicle had been ransacked.  The only thing missing was approximately three dollars in coins from a duffel bag that was in the vehicle.  Investigation continuing.

Grand Theft / Conspiracy to Commit Grand Theft - Suspects Arrested
June 19 at 11:01 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of Foothill and California when he observed a silver Lincoln.  The vehicle matched the description of a suspect vehicle from a battery theft incident the previous day.  The suspects stole batteries from a cable box in the City of Monrovia.  The occupants of the vehicle, a male and female, matched a witness description of the suspects in the case.  The officer noticed that the vehicle registration was also expired.  He stopped the vehicle and contacted the suspects.  When he spoke to the driver, he observed batteries and a yellow safety vest in the vehicle.  A short time later, a call was received in dispatch regarding a theft of batteries from a cable box on California that had just occurred.  It appears the officer contacted the suspects just after they completed another crime.  The stolen batteries were recovered and confirmed stolen by cable company employees.  Both suspects were arrested and taken into custody.  The vehicle was stored as evidence.

Grand Theft Auto
June 19 at 5:05 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 300 block of East Olive.  The vehicle, a 2005, black Nissan Altima, was taken sometime between midnight the night before and 5:00 p.m.  on June 19.  Investigation continuing.   


Tip of the Week

Pool Safety for Children
Establishing and following "Pool Rules" can help ensure your family and friends have a safe and fun time swimming this summer.  Teach your children to swim as early as possible and always watch your children when they are in or near a pool or spa.  Each year, nationwide, we experience too many incidents of children drowning in swimming pools, usually a pool owned by their family, friends or a relative.  At the time of most incidents, the children were being supervised by one or both parents.  Toddlers, in particular, often do the unexpected.  In addition to drowning incidents, thousands of children are treated in hospital emergency rooms for submersion injuries.  Do not consider young children to be "drown proof" because they have had swimming lessons; children must always be watched closely while swimming.  Here are a few "Pool Rules" you can adopt to keep your family and friends safe:

*        Always have adult supervision.
*        Never lose sight of toddlers near a pool or spa.
*        Keep a portable telephone near the pool with emergency numbers posted.
*        Learn CPR; at least one adult family member should know CPR.
*        Do not allow running on the edge of the pool.
*        Keep large floating toys out of the pool - they block the view.
*        Keep deck areas free of clutter.
*        Never allow young children to dive into a pool.
*        Install pool lights for night vision.
·        Have a clear view of the pool from inside your home.
*        Remove automatic vacuums from the pool before swimming.
*        Remove toys from in and around the pool; toys can attract young children.
*        Keep pool chemicals locked away.
*        Never allow extension cords near a pool.
*        Keep rescue equipment by the pool.
*        Install a pool safety fence around your pool and ensure pool gates are kept closed.

Enforce your "Pool Rules" with family and friends for a safe and fun summer in the pool!
 

Stop Graffiti Bounty Program

One of the methods the Monrovia Police Department is using to combat graffiti in the community of Monrovia is the Stop Graffiti Bounty Program.  If a citizen reports an incident of graffiti in the City of Monrovia that leads to the arrest of the suspect, the citizen will receive a $100 bill.  Help keep Monrovia looking great!
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Contact Phone Numbers

For Emergency Dial ..................................................................................  911
Police Department Business Line ........................................ (626) 256-8000
Community Policing Sergeant .............................................. (626) 256-8020
Watch Commander ............................................................... (626) 256-8030
Cell Watch ................................................................  (626) 357-CELL (2355)
Graffiti Removal ....................................................................  (626) 836-3654
Shopping Cart Removal......................................................... (800) 252-4613
Los Angeles Regional Crime Stoppers................... (800) 222-TIPS (8477)


Tuesday, June 19, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of June 14 -17, 2012


Attempt Grand Theft
On June 14 at 4:02 p.m., an attempt grand theft was reported in the 600 block of South Bradbury Avenue.  The victim parked her motorcycle on Bradbury, just North of Royal Oaks, early in the evening.  When she returned to her motorcycle the following morning, she saw someone had tried to punch the ignition with an electric drill.  Apparently, the bit broke and the suspect(s) gave up.  Investigation continuing.

Commercial Burglary - Suspects Arrested
On June 14 at 7:49 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 100 block of West Foothill regarding a commercial burglary.  The suspects where seen on store surveillance entering the business, selecting a bottle of liquor each and walking out without making any attempt to pay.  Officers conducted an area search and located both suspects and arrested them.  During the investigation, it was learned that the suspects planned their crime with the intention of selling the alcohol for cash and had no means to pay for the items.

Injury Traffic Collision - Vehicle vs. Pedestrian
On June 15 at 12:19 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of East Duarte Road regarding a traffic collision with a pedestrian injured.  A vehicle was backing up in a parking area and the driver did not see an elderly man walking behind the vehicle.  The vehicle bumped the man, which caused him to fall and injure his hip area.  Paramedics were summoned and the man was taken to a local hospital for treatment.  

Theft From a Vehicle
On June 16 at 8:53 a.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 300 block of North Canyon. The victim parked her vehicle and left it unlocked.  Suspect(s) went into her vehicle during the night and stole her property.  Investigation continuing.

Injury Traffic Collision - Vehicle vs. Bicyclist
On June 16 at 9:49 a.m., a traffic collision occurred in the 400 block of West Foothill.  A vehicle and bicycle collided at Foothill and Alta Vista.  The vehicle had stopped northbound Alta Vista at Foothill and the driver looked left and right for vehicles, but failed to notice the bicyclists coming westbound.  The driver of the vehicle went across Foothill, failing to yield to the bicyclists.  The lead bicyclist broadsided the passenger door of the vehicle.  The bicyclist sustained injuries and was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Commercial Burglary - Suspect Arrested
On June 16 at 4:15 p.m., a commercial burglary was reported at a business in the 600 block of West Huntington.  A male suspect entered the store, selected a bicycle and walked it out of the store without making any attempt to pay.  He was observed by store employees.  The employees got in their vehicle and followed the suspect, providing the suspect's direction of travel to police.  Officers arrived, detained the suspect and arrested him for burglary.  The suspect was found to be on parole.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested
On June 16 at 11:42 p.m., officers responded to the 900 block of West Duarte Road regarding a traffic collision.  The driver was traveling west on Duarte Road and attempted to make a left turn onto Encino, but failed to yield to an oncoming vehicle.  The driver collided into a vehicle that was traveling east on Duarte.  Through investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered - Suspects Arrest
On June 17 at 1:27 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the 200 block of West Lime when he noticed two vehicles following each other.  The occupants were wearing hoodies and looked suspicious as the officer drove by them.  The subjects looked at the officer and began to accelerate at a high rate of speed.  The officer made a u-turn and the vehicles fled in two different directions.  The officer paralleled one of the vehicles and was able to locate it on a nearby street, where he conducted a traffic stop.  A computer check revealed the vehicle was stolen out of El Monte.  The vehicle was occupied by three juvenile suspects.  They were arrested without incident.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested
On June 17 at 2:13 a.m., police received a call regarding a subject who was driving under the influence.  While backing out of an apartment complex, the driver struck three parked vehicles.  The driver tried to exchange information, but the other vehicle owners smelled an odor of alcohol on the driver and called the police.  Officers responded and after investigation, arrested the driver for driving under the influence of alcohol.

Theft From a Vehicle
On June 17 at 11:10 a.m., a theft from a vehicle was reported in the 1000 block of Royal Oaks.  The victim parked his vehicle in the carport of his complex earlier in the evening and left it unlocked.  He returned to his vehicle the following morning and found that someone had ransacked his vehicle.  The suspect took CD's and change from the vehicle.  Investigation continuing.


Special Enforcement Team Weekly Activity

On June 16 at 7:46 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers stopped a vehicle in the area of Standish and Tree Lane for a vehicle code violation.  The driver was found to have three outstanding warrants and was arrested and taken into custody.  The vehicle was stored.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of June 11-13, 2012


Vehicle Burglary
June 12 at 5:12 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of South Primrose reported that someone had cut the window of his Jeep and ransacked the interior of the vehicle.  Nothing was taken from the vehicle.  Investigation continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
June 12 at 6:17 a.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 200 block of North Myrtle.  The victim parked her car in her driveway in the evening.  When she went out to the vehicle in the morning at 6:00 a.m. to go to work, the car was gone.  The vehicle was unlocked and a key to the car was inside the console.  The vehicle was located and recovered that same day at 5:30 p.m. in the 200 block of West Colorado.  Investigation continuing.

Theft From a Vehicle
June 12 at 8:13 a.m., police responded to the report of a theft from a vehicle in the 200 block of West Lemon.  The victim parked his vehicle in the rear carport at his residence in the evening.  The vehicle was unlocked.  The victim returned to his vehicle in the morning and found his GPS missing.  Investigation continuing.


Tip of the Week

Beat the Heat - Check the Back Seat
Never leave your child alone in a vehicle - It's the Law!  California Law Requires: That a parent, legal guardian, or other person responsible for a child who is 6 years of age or younger, may not leave that child inside a motor vehicle without the supervision of someone 12 years of age or older.  
Between May of 1998 to May of 2012, 527 children died of hyperthermia from being left alone in a motor vehicle in the United States.  This is a completely preventable statistic.  On a mild day of 80 degrees, the inside of a vehicle can heat quickly.  In only 10 minutes raising the inside temperature of the vehicle to 99 degrees, in 20 minutes to 109 degrees, in 30 minutes to 114 degrees, and 60 minutes to 123 degrees.  It is never safe to leave a child alone in a parked car because the sun's radiation warms objects inside of the car, such as the dashboard, steering wheel, child seat, etc., then these heated objects quickly heat the trapped air inside of the car, similarly to that of a convection oven.      

What can you do?  Never leave a child alone in a vehicle.  Once you reach your destination; make sure that all occupants leave the vehicle when unloading; take all children, including sleeping infants, with you; lock your vehicle doors and trunks; and keep the keys out of the reach of children.  This information is provided by the County of Los Angeles Public Health Department.  For more information on child safety, click on County of Los Angeles Public Health and visit their website.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of June 7-10, 2012


Grand Theft
June 7 at 7:43 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a transit lot in the 1600 block of South Primrose regarding a theft of property.  The theft occurred sometime between 6:00 p.m. on May 22 and 5:00 a.m. on May 23.  Small spools of copper wire and several car batteries were taken from the lot.  Investigation continuing.

Sexual Battery
June 8 at approximately 1:19 p.m., a 17-year-old female was walking south on Magnolia at about Cypress.  She heard footsteps coming from behind her, but did not turn around.  Suddenly, she felt someone grab her buttocks and crotch area from behind.  She stopped, and the suspect ran past her on the left side.  The suspect is described as a male Hispanic, early 30's, 5 foot 7 inches tall, thick medium-length black hair, full beard, wearing a brown shirt and light blue jeans.  Investigation continuing.

Deadly Weapon With Intent to Assault - Suspect Arrested
June 8 at 7:15 p.m., officers responded to a park in the 300 block of South Myrtle regarding a suspicious person carrying a sword.  Officers detained the suspect, who was carrying a two-and-a-half-foot-long metal sword.  The suspect had been involved in an altercation with gang members at the park a week prior and had returned to the park with the sword.  The suspect was subsequently arrested for the above listed charge.

Bear Incident
June 9 at 2:00 p.m., a large bear was struck by a vehicle at Mayflower and Hillcrest.  The vehicle was not damaged, but the bear had injuries that required him to be tranquilized by Monrovia Animal Control and the Department of Fish and Game.  It was determined that the bear's injuries were minor, a broken nose and tooth, and should heal in a few days.  The bear was released back into the wilderness area above Canyon Park.

Possession of Methamphetamine / Trespassing - Suspect Arrested
June 9 at 6:22 p.m., police responded to the report of a subject entering a vacant and unlocked residence in the 1600 block of South Mayflower.  The subject was arrested for trespassing and also charged with possession of methamphetamine.

Commercial Burglary / Possession of a Controlled Substance - Suspect Arrested
June 9 at 9:27 p.m., police responded to a business in the 500 block of West Huntington regarding a burglary.  A female suspect entered a business with a box cutter and used it to cut the tags off of merchandise.  She took several items of clothing and left without paying.  She was arrested and taken into custody. During the booking process, methamphetamine was found on her person.  The additional charge was added.

Residential Burglary
June 10 at 8:30 p.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 200 block of West Palm.  The victim left his residence for approximately two hours.  When he returned, he found two computers and a backpack containing papers missing from his home.  Nothing else was taken and the residence was not ransacked.  The victim said he left his front door open, but the screen was closed and he believed it was locked.  There were no signs of forced entry.  A witness saw a male Black in his mid 30's and a female Hispanic in her mid 20's in the vicinity of the apartment during the time of the burglary.  Investigation continuing.

Strong-arm Robbery
June 10 at 9:17 p.m., a robbery of a cell phone was reported at California and Maple.  The victim and two friends were eating at a fast food restaurant.  The two female suspects were at the same restaurant.  When the victim and her friends left, the female suspects left and followed behind them, east on Huntington and then north on California.  When the victim began to make a call on her cell phone, one of the female suspects ran up behind her, bumped her and grabbed the phone.  Both female suspects ran eastbound on Maple.  The victim and her friends ran after the suspects, but lost sight of them.  Investigation continuing.


Special Enforcement Team Weekly Activity

Search Warrant
On June 7, Special Enforcement Team officers assisted patrol with an investigation of a suspect who was taking pictures of juvenile females near a school.  A search warrant and consent was used to recover a camera and computer from the suspect.  The searches included a vehicle, the suspect's work and residence.  The investigation is continuing.

Unlicensed Driver / Warrant - Suspect Arrested
On June 8, the Special Enforcement Team stopped a vehicle on Longden at Live Oak.  The driver was cited for being unlicensed and a passenger was arrested for a warrant for driving under the influence.

Driving With a Suspended License / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia - Suspect Arrested
On July 9, a suspicious vehicle that left the 200 Block of East Cherry was stopped by the Special Enforcement Team.  The driver was arrested and cited in the field for having a suspended driver's license and possessing a rock cocaine pipe.  The vehicle was stored.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of June 4-6, 2012


Vehicle Burglary
June 4 at 5:24 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 400 block of West Colorado.  The vehicle, a Toyota Corolla, was parked in the victim's driveway.  The victim did not remember if the vehicle was locked.  In the morning, the victim noticed money and a phone charging cord was taken.  There was no damage to the car.  Investigation continuing.

Vehicle Tampering
June 5 at 5:19 a.m., an officer responded to a hotel the 900 block of Huntington regarding vehicle tampering.  A guest at the hotel walked out to his parked vehicle and found a man inside his car.  The suspect was described as a male Hispanic, approximately 30 years old, 6 foot tall, thin build, brown hair, full beard, long single braid to the middle of his back.  The victim's vehicle was unlocked and there was no loss.

Vehicle Burglary
June 5 at 6:42 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 200 block of East Walnut.  A suspect(s) broke the driver-side window of the victims van.  They stole the victim's iPad that was left visible on the inside of the van.  The vehicle was parked in an assigned parking space in the complex.  Investigation continuing.

Theft From a Vehicle
June 5 at 7:23 p.m., a theft from an unlocked vehicle was reported.  The victim lives in the 200 block of East Lime, but he is unsure where the theft occurred.  His golf GPS was taken from his vehicle console.  Investigation continuing.

Residential Burglary
June 6 at 8:39 a.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 1000 block of Royal Oaks.  Suspect(s) entered an unlocked storage garage and stole the victim's road bikes. 


Detective Bureau Case Follow-up

The Home Depot has had several commercial burglaries occur over the last two months.  These burglaries were committed by a group of females who would enter the store carrying large empty shoulder bags.  The females would fill the bags with merchandise, one female would fill a shopping cart and then they would all proceed to walk out of the store without paying.  They did not try to conceal their actions and would confront employees if they were approached.  This was caught on surveillance video, but the females were not identified and were gone by the time police arrived. 

Detective's spoke with other agencies in the area to see if they were experiencing similar thefts and discovered Arcadia, Pasadena, and Glendale were having the same crimes occur.  All three agencies compared leads, and several arrests were made implicating a Pasadena gang and nine female gang members.  Two of the three females who were involved in the Monrovia incidents have been identified and arrested. 


Tip of the Week

Vacation Time Home Security
It's summertime, and before you decide to pack up the family and go on vacation, take a few precautions to keep your home safe while you are away.  Be cautious of who you tell about your vacation.  It's okay to let a trusted neighbor know when and where you are going, just don't broadcast it to your whole neighborhood.  And don't post the fact that you are going on vacation on social network sites for anyone to see; a friend of a friend of your friend just could be a burglar. 

Also, take a few steps to make potential burglars believe someone is actually home.  Hook up a timer to lights, televisions and radios, so they go on and off while you are away.  Adjust the time setting to your normal routine.  Make sure that everything is locked up and secure before you head out; double check sheds, windows, garage doors, and any other opportunistic locations.  Have the post office hold your mail or have a trusted neighbor collect your mail for you, as well as your newspaper.  Don't allow newspapers to stack up in your driveway; an obvious clue to thieves that no one is home.

Another precaution you can take is to turn off the ringer to your phone.  An unanswered phone might tip off a prowler that you are away.  Don't leave a message on your answering machine announcing your vacation to callers.  If you have a home security system, call your company and let them know you will be on vacation and notify local law enforcement, as well, so they can keep an extra eye on your home while you are away.    

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of May 31 - June 3, 2012


Vandalism in Progress
On May 31 at 10:23 p.m., an officer responded to the report of vandalism in progress in the 1300 block of South Shamrock.  The reporting party was on the southwest corner of Shamrock and Evergreen when he saw a male subject vandalize the city mural under the freeway overpass.  The witness was able to get the license plate number of the suspect's vehicle and called police.  An officer responded to the address where the vehicle is registered, but did not find the vehicle.  The investigation is continuing.

Fire Assist
On June 1 at 9:44 a.m., fire and police personnel responded to a business in the 800 block of Royal Oaks regarding a possible Hazmat situation, resulting from the mixing of chemicals. Employees were evacuated and the Monrovia Fire Department checked the building.  The area was contained by the Fire Department and Los Angeles County Hazmat was requested and responded to the incident.

Vehicle Burglary
On June 1 at 11:18 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 100 block of North Myrtle.  The female victim had parked and locked her vehicle in her assigned parking stall in the rear of the complex on May 28.  When she returned to her vehicle on May 30, she found the rear passenger-side window had been smashed and her green purse had been taken from the rear floorboard.  Investigation continuing.

Vandalism - Suspects Arrested
On June 2 at 1:38 a.m., an officer was on patrol heading eastbound on Evergreen towards Myrtle when he saw a vehicle stopped by the freeway onramp.  A subject exited the passenger side of the vehicle, tagged the wall, stepped back into the vehicle and the driver drove away.  The officer conducted a traffic stop and arrested the two suspects for vandalism; one of the suspects was also charged with transporting a controlled substance and open container. 

Vehicle Burglary
On June 2 at 8:27 a.m., the victim of a vehicle burglary came to the Monrovia Police Department lobby to file a report.  An expensive pair of shoes were stolen from her vehicle.  She parked and locked her vehicle in her assigned stall in the 200 block of South Primrose.  When she returned to her vehicle the next day, she found the shoes had been stolen from the vehicle.  Investigation continuing.

Theft from a Vehicle
On June 3 at 9:48 a.m., a vehicle theft was reported in the 200 block of El Nido.  The victim parked his vehicle in the driveway, but could not remember if he locked the doors. When he returned to his vehicle about three hours later, his trunk was open.  He did not think anything of it until later in the day when he noticed several items missing from inside the car.  Investigation continuing.