Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of September 9-11 2013

Assault with a Deadly Weapon – Suspect Arrested

September 9 at 7:18 p.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 1700 block of South Mayflower regarding the report of two females fighting.  Upon arrival, one of the females was bleeding from a head injury.  Further investigation revealed the subject was hit in the head with a full beer can by the other female during the dispute.  The suspect was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon.

Grand Theft Auto

September 10 at 7:16 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 200 block of East Cypress.  The vehicle is a red, 1993 Honda Del Sol.  The vehicle was parked on the street.  The investigation is continuing.

Fight in Progress / Threatening With a Knife

September 11 at 8:37 p.m., police dispatch received a 9-1-1 call from a residence in the 100 block of Los Angeles.  The caller stated a female subject inside the residence was threatening one of the family members with a knife.  Officers responded, along with the Foothill Air Support Team helicopter, to the residence.  The victim was outside the residence when officers arrived and said she wanted nothing done about the incident.  The other subjects inside the residence were uncooperative and refused to come outside. 

After a short period, officers were eventually able to talk the subjects out of the residence.  They were unable to confirm a crime had occurred, due to uncooperative and conflicting statements.  All subjects were identified.

Tip of the Week

The Summer Heat is On! – Tips for Seniors to Stay Safe and Cool!

Summer is a time for vacations and outdoor activities, but the heat and health risks of the summer heat should not be taken lightly, especially for the elderly.  As a person becomes older, they become less sensitive to higher temperatures, putting the elderly more at risk to heat related illness.  The elderly are more likely to not notice the warning signs of heat-related diseases and injury.  Health conditions caused by the heat can range from heat stroke, the most serious, cramps cause by lack of water intake, nausea and weakness, to headaches caused by exhaustion due to the summer heat.  Following are some tips for seniors to stay safe and cool during the summer heat:

Maintain plenty of water in-take to keep hydrated, about 4-8 glasses a day; eating fresh fruits and vegetables can also help hydrate the body.

Reduce strenuous activities during hot weather.  Exercise in the cool morning and evening hours to avoid the heat. 

Avoid too much sun and always use sunblock when going outdoors for prolonged periods of time.

When planning for a family outing in the summer, ensure there are cool places with shade and ventilation for seniors to retreat to.

When the heat rises to extreme temperatures, seniors should stay in cool places out of the sun, such as an air-conditioned room.    

Snack on cool treats, such as popsicles, ice cream, and other frozen treats to keep cool.

If you have an elderly family member or friend, check on them or have a neighbor check on them to ensure their safety during hot summer months.

If you see signs of heat exhaustion or dehydration, such as weakness, nausea, heavy sweating or no sweating, rapid pulse, or fainting, move the senior immediately to the nearest cool shaded area and provide with ventilation and hydrants like cool juice or water.  You can also help cool them down by applying a cold compress.  Call for medical assistance immediately if it is necessary.