Thursday, December 19, 2013

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of December 16-18, 2013

Warrants – Suspect Arrested
December 16 at 8:20 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a male subject he recognized and knew had outstanding warrants for his arrest.  The subject was walking through a rear alley behind a business in the 600 block of West Huntington.  A computer check confirmed the male had three drug warrants for his arrest.  The male was stopped and arrested for the warrants.

Warrant – Suspect Arrested
December 17 at 12:40 a.m., police dispatch received a call reporting a male subject chasing a female subject in the 700 block of West Foothill.  Officers arrived and saw a male subject run north from Foothill to an alley.  A resident advised officers of the apartment the subject went into.  Officers knocked on the door and eventually located a 16-year-old male hiding inside.  He said he ran because he had a warrant for his arrest.  A computer check revealed he did have a no-bail felony warrant for grand theft.  While searching the area, officers located a stolen Honda Accord in a carport off the alley that had been stolen out of El Monte and had the ignition punched.  The owner of the vehicle was notified and retrieved her vehicle.  The male was arrested and taken to Eastlake Juvenile Detention Facility pending his court date.

Passing a Counterfeit Bill / Contributing to the Delinquency of a Minor – Suspects Arrested
December 17 at 11:40 a.m., a staff member from Monrovia High School called to report a student had passed a fictitious five-dollar bill.  An officer arrived and interviewed several students, who admitted they had passed the five-dollar bill, and that they had passed a twenty-dollar bill the previous day.  One of the students told the officer that the money was given to them by a parent. 

Detectives responded to the School District Office and managed to retrieve the bill that was passed the previous day.  The parent was called in and admitted she told her son the bill was fictitious and she said she wanted to teach him a lesson if he was caught with the bill.  She also admitted that she had two additional bills at her residence and later retrieved the bills.  The students and the parent were subsequently arrested and charged.  They were later released on citations to appear in court.

Domestic Violence Arrest
December 17 at 9:36 p.m., dispatch received a call reporting a female subject running down the street in the 100 block of North Sunset, yelling for someone to call police.  Officers responded and located the female subject.  Upon investigation, they learned the female had been in an argument with her husband regarding the family business.  During the argument, the husband choked the female, causing an injury to her neck.  He let her go and she ran out of the house in a panic.  The husband was questioned and then arrested.  The female was taken to a local hospital, where she was treated and an emergency protective order was obtained.


Tip of the Week

Home Burglary Prevention
Criminals look for easy targets.  Burglars, watch for homes that are dark and seem to be temporarily unoccupied.  Residential burglary prevention continues to be a focus of the Monrovia Police Department.  Police officer presence in neighborhoods, investigators working surveillance, following up on leads and tips, and recovering stolen property are all part of preventing residential burglaries and property crime

Here is what you can do to help:

Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home.  Leave any exterior lights on if they are not sensor activated.

Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured.

If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes. 

If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you periodically check them to ensure they are working properly. 

Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.

Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your residence.

Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside. 

If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your local bank.

Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.

Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your part as a good witness.  Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.

The most important deterrent in preventing property crime is you, the resident.  It is very easy for you to take an active role in keeping your property safe.  It is extremely important for residents to discourage a would-be thief and make their job as difficult and time consuming as possible.  And if you see something suspicious happening in your neighborhood, do not hesitate to call police and report it.



Vehicle Burglary Prevention 
DON'T FILL YOUR VEHICLE WITH GIFTS FOR THIEVES!

It only takes a few seconds for thieves to break into your vehicle and steal 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.  Leaving your valuables in your vehicle instantly makes your car a target for thieves.

Take a few seconds to prevent auto-burglary!
The University of Oklahoma Police Department offers great auto-burglary prevention tips. Click on The Police Notebook to visit their website.




Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Santa Blitzes Poinsettia 12/17/2013


Just in case you missed it last night...or want a repeat here it is.

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

Highlighted Activity for December 12-15, 2013

Vehicle Burglary
December 12 at 1:33 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a business parking lot in the 700 block of East Huntington.  The suspects broke a window on the victim’s vehicle and took a laptop computer bag containing a small camera and paperwork.  The suspects are described as two male Hispanics that were seen leaving the area in a primer black Honda Prelude.  The driver is described as heavy set with a shaved head.  The second suspect was wearing a Raider's hat, t-shirt and gloves.  The investigation is continuing.

Residential Burglary / Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
December 12 at 12:05 a.m., an officer responded to a residence in the 400 block of East Walnut regarding a residential burglary.  One of the three residents had returned home and discovered the suspect's computer hooked up in the house.  Another one of the residents recognized the computer as belonging to a neighbor, who had been arrested two days prior for trespassing at the same location.  Officers went to the suspect’s residence, but he was not at the home.

At 2:40 a.m., Monrovia dispatch received a call from Ventura California Highway Patrol reporting they had a suspect in custody after a pursuit.  The suspect was driving a vehicle belonging to one of the victim’s of this burglary.  The victim was unaware the vehicle had been taken.  It appears the suspect, the victims’ neighbor, broke into the residence, used the victims’ Internet connection, took one of the resident’s car keys, identification, a pair of slippers, and drove off in the vehicle.  The suspect left behind his computer and a pair of pants.  The CHP confirmed the suspect was driving with shorts on and slippers.  The suspect was arrested and taken into custody by CHP.

Colorado Commons Vandalism – Juvenile Suspect Arrested
Over the last several months, the police department has been receiving reports of vandalism to the Colorado Commons parking structure believed to be committed by juveniles who are being left unattended at the Friday Night Street Fair.  The suspects have been spraying fire retardants all over the parking lot, in the elevators and on the stairwells. 

On Friday, December 12, police assigned an officer to extra patrol the location.  The officer arrested a juvenile suspect he observed spraying a fire extinguisher in the elevator.  The juvenile was taken into custody, charged for the vandalism, and his parents were contacted. 
 
The Monrovia Police Department would like to take this opportunity to remind parents that they will be held financially responsible for the vandalism committed by their juvenile children.  Police ask that you please supervise your child at the Friday Night Street Fair and do not leave them unattended.

Injury Traffic Collision – Vehicle vs. Bicyclist
December 14 at 11:30 a.m., an officer responded to the area of Colorado and Magnolia regarding a traffic collision involving a bicyclist. Two bicyclists were riding eastbound on Colorado and had stopped for the stop sign.  A vehicle heading northbound on Magnolia had also stopped for the stop sign.  The driver of the vehicle did not see the bicyclists and as they were crossing the intersection, the driver of the vehicle hit the rear tire of one of them, knocking the bicyclist off the bike.  The Bicyclist sustained minor injuries.

Injury Traffic Collision / Outside Assist – California Highway Patrol
December 14 at 4:51 p.m., officers responded to the 900 block of South Fifth regarding a vehicle that had come off the 210 Freeway, eastbound, and came to rest on an oak tree by a parking area.  The driver and two passengers received minor injuries.  The collision was handled by the California Highway Patrol.

Surreptitious Video Recording of a Minor
December 15 at 3:05 p.m., the mother of a two-year-old girl came into the police lobby to file a report.  She and other family members were eating at a restaurant located in the 100 block of West Foothill.  Her daughter was with her and needed to use the restroom.  The mother took her daughter to the restroom, but found it locked.  She told her daughter in a loud voice that she would have to wait so the person in the bathroom might hurry.  The door opened up and a male subject exited.  The mother then walked her daughter into the restroom, and while there, she noticed an iPhone placed in the trap of the sink, facing the toilet.  She looked at the phone's video and clearly saw the male subject who had just exited placing the phone to capture video of anyone using the restroom.  The mother took the phone to the police station.  An officer contacted the male suspect and he admitted to placing the phone to capture video of the two-year-old girl.  Criminal charges will be filed against the suspect.

Traffic Collision / Vehicle vs. Pedestrian


On December 15 at 4:38 p.m., a traffic collision involving a pedestrian was reported in the area of Wildrose and Mountain.  A vehicle was stopped heading west on Wildrose,    waiting for traffic to clear.  The driver looked north and then south, not seeing any other traffic, he started the turn without seeing the pedestrian who was crossing the street and struck the pedestrian.  The victim, a 62 year old man, received abrasions and was complaining of pain.  He was taken to a hospital for treatment of his injuries.   

Thursday, December 12, 2013

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of December 9-11 2013

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Traffic Collision
December 9 at 8:55 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of Myrtle and Foothill.  A mother was pushing her daughter in a stroller south on Myrtle, crossing Foothill, when a vehicle traveling south on Myrtle turned east onto Foothill and struck them.  Both were taken to a hospital, the mother for complaint of pain and the daughter for evaluation.

Hazmat Spill
December 9 at 11:13 p.m., police received a call of a possible hazmat spill at a business location in the 100 block of Railroad.  Monrovia police officers established a perimeter, while Monrovia fire personnel responded and conducted an assessment of the spill.  Approximately 300 employees were evaluated at the scene, with about 100 receiving triage, and 7 were taken to local hospitals for treatment. 

Trespassing / Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer
December 10 at 1:17 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of East Walnut regarding a subject seen going into a residence, which was later determined to be a neighbor's residence.  Officers responded and contacted the subject who appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance.  The subject resisted and struggled with officers as they attempted to detain him.  The subject was eventually taken into custody.  He said he entered the residence while the resident was away to get his computer.  The suspect was arrested for the above listed charges.

Minor in Possession of a Broad-tip Marker – Suspect Cited
December 10 at 7:29 p.m., two male juveniles were seen on the top level of a parking structure in the 100 block of West Colorado looking at the walls.  Officers arrived, questioned the subjects and discovered they were looking for a place to write graffiti.  One of the subjects was in possession of three broad-tip markers.  The juveniles were released to their parents.  The subject in possession of the markers received a citation to appear in court.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
December 11 at 12:30 a.m., a male subject was reported to have fallen asleep behind the wheel of his vehicle with the engine running at a gas station at Myrtle and Evergreen.  The vehicle was next to a gas pump with the hose still attached to the vehicle's gas tank.  When officers arrived, they discovered the male was heavily intoxicated and was determined to be DUI.  The subject was arrested and taken into custody.


Tip of the Week

Home Burglary Prevention
Criminals look for easy targets.  Burglars, watch for homes that are dark and seem to be temporarily unoccupied.  Residential burglary prevention continues to be a focus of the Monrovia Police Department.  Police officer presence in neighborhoods, investigators working surveillance, following up on leads and tips, and recovering stolen property are all part of preventing residential burglaries and property crime

Here is what you can do to help:

Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home.  Leave any exterior lights on if they are not sensor activated.

Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured.

If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes. 

If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you periodically check them to ensure they are working properly. 

Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.

Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your residence.

Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside. 

If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your local bank.

Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.

Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your part as a good witness.  Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.

The most important deterrent in preventing property crime is you, the resident.  It is very easy for you to take an active role in keeping your property safe.  It is extremely important for residents to discourage a would-be thief and make their job as difficult and time consuming as possible.  And if you see something suspicious happening in your neighborhood, do not hesitate to call police and report it.


Vehicle Burglary Prevention
DON'T FILL YOUR VEHICLE WITH GIFTS FOR THIEVES!

It only takes a few seconds for thieves to break into your vehicle and steal 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.  Leaving your valuables in your vehicle instantly makes your car a target for thieves.

Take a few seconds to prevent auto-burglary!
The University of Oklahoma Police Department offers great auto-burglary prevention tips. Click on The Police Notebook to visit their website.


Wednesday, December 11, 2013

falling off the grid



Hey all... a short video on my experience going solar with Verengo.  After talking to several solar companies, I ultimately went with them as they gave me the best "deal" over the long haul.  In short I'll save conservatively 800-1K for the year, see an increase of about 35K in the value of the house and or course walk away from those thieves at SCE and their tier4 rate nonsense.

If you want me to hook you up with my service rep let me know.  frazgo@mail.com

Monday, December 9, 2013

Shelter in Place alert lifted as of 6PM

I got the text from nixle. The hazmat situation near Duarte/Myrtle on Railroad Ave has been declared contained.  Reports indicate as many as 200 were exposed to noxious fumes, 49 treated at the scene and 9 were hospitalized.

Glad we were upwind, not down wind of that mess.  Good fast reactions by MFD and MPD.

HAZMAT SPILL - Railroad Ave - Alert issued

I just got this via nixle RE a hazmat spill and shelter in place order.  The affected area is near Duarte/Myrtle.

  The Monrovia Fire Department has issued a Shelter in Place order for all residents and employees in the Railroad Avenue area due to a HazMat spill at 146 Railroad Avenue.  HazMat crews are on scene to identify the unknown chemical off gassing into the area and treat patients feeling ill.


Instructions:
Residents and employees are encouraged to stay updated by logging on to www.cityofmonrovia.org or texting 91016 to 888777.

If I get any new information I will share.

Highlighted Activity for December 5-8, 2013

Suspicious Package
December 5 at 8:33 a.m., an employee of the Wells Fargo Bank in the 500 block of South Myrtle arrived at the bank and noticed a "stuffed" backpack placed directly in front of the main glass doors.  He waited about ten minutes and then called police.  Officers arrived, saw the package and began locking down the area.  About ten minutes later, an Asian male subject walked up to the officers and told them it was his backpack.  The subject was identified and computer checks indicated he was on probation for Arson.  The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad was called for safety purposes and they x-rayed the backpack - no explosive device was identified.  The call was cleared without incident.

Fraud – Suspect Arrested
December 5 at 11:00 a.m., officers contacted a female subject in the police lobby wanting to report she was the victim of fraud.  In questioning the female, her story changed and she admitted to withdrawing the money herself, and to being the one who used her credit card at a number of locations.  She was determined to be under the influence of a controlled substance and was arrested.  

While conducting a property check of her belongings, she was found to have a personal check hidden in her shoe.  It turned out to be a stolen check that was unreported.  The investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
December 6 at 6:23 a.m., a vehicle trailer was taken from a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain.  It was taken sometime between 3:30 p.m. on December 5 and 6:00 a.m. on December 6.  The trailer was secured with a chain and lock.  The suspect(s) cut the gate lock to enter the business property, hitched up the trailer, and drove off with it.

The vehicle trailer was recovered by the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department Industry Station on the morning of December 7 in the 2000 block of Workman Mill Road.  The property that was in the trailer had been removed.  The investigation is continuing.

Residential Burglary
December 7 at 3:41 p.m., an officer was dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of East Evergreen regarding a residential burglary.  The resident left the location at 11:30 a.m.  When the resident returned home at 3:30 p.m., they noticed the window on the side door had a hole punched near the handle.  It appears the suspect(s) reached in and unlocked the door to gain entry.  The master bedroom was ransacked; cash and jewelry was taken.  The investigation is continuing.

Driving Under the Influence Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
December 7 at 5:21 p.m., a resident in the 600 block of Parker reported a neighbor had just driven into her house.  The driver is an elderly female.  She was backing up and somehow struck her neighbors house.  The driver sustained only a small scratch and was treated by Monrovia Fire Department paramedics.  After investigation, the driver was determined to be under the influence and was arrested.  A building inspector responded to check the integrity of the house.

Warrant – Suspect Arrested
December 8 at 4:49 p.m., a female subject called police and reported a family member she had just seen at a business in the 700 block of East Huntington that was a reported juvenile runaway.  Police obtained a description and located the subject at the business.  He was arrested for a no-bail juvenile warrant out of San Bernardino.  The San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department was contacted and they responded to pick up the male juvenile.


Thursday, December 5, 2013

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of December 2-4, 2013



 Vehicle Burglary
December 2 at 7:38 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 700 block of Bonita.  The victim parked her vehicle in front of her residence 5:30 p.m.   When she went to her vehicle the next morning, she noticed her driver's door was open.  The loss was a pair of shoes, sunglasses and CD case.  The investigation is continuing.

Vehicle Burglary
December 2 at 7:42 a.m., a vehicle was reported burglarized in the 800 block of West Olive.  The victim parked her vehicle in the rear carport area at 9:00 p.m. and returned to her vehicle in the morning at 6:00 a.m.   She discovered the front door and trunk open.  The loss was a laptop computer.  The victim believes she locked her vehicle, but was not sure.  The investigation is continuing.

Commercial Burglary
December 2 at 8:09 a.m., dispatch received a call reporting a burglary at a business in the 1800 block of California.  The business was closed and locked the day before at 3:00 p.m.  When the reporting party arrived at the business at 8:00 a.m., they noticed the lock to the back gate had been cut.  The loss was several hundred pounds of steel.  The investigation is continuing.

Stolen Vehicle
December 2 at 11:44 a.m., a vehicle was stolen from a business parking lot in the 300 block of West Huntington.  The victim parked his vehicle, a white Honda CRV in the lot and entered a store.  He returned approximately 30 minutes later and discovered his vehicle was missing.  The investigation is continuing.

Commercial Burglary – Suspects Arrested
December 2 at 12:18 p.m., a burglary was reported at a business in the 500 block of West Huntington.  Two adult males entered the store; one was wearing a backpack. Both selected merchandise and concealed it in the backpack and then exited the store without paying.  Once outside, they were detained by officers and both were arrested.

Indecent Exposure – Suspect Arrested
December 2 at 7:11 p.m., a woman inside the library in the 300 block of South Myrtle saw a male subject sitting in a chair in the adult section of the library, exposing himself.  She immediately called the police.  Officers responded and the suspect was detained, positively identified and arrested for indecent exposure. 

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Suspect Arrested
December 3 at 11:00 a.m., the victim's son called to report that he saw his mother’s stolen vehicle, which was stolen the day before Thanksgiving, in a business parking lot in the 700 block of West Huntington.  He claimed he saw two male suspects exit the vehicle and get into a blue Honda that headed west on the 210 Freeway. 

An officer responded to the location and found the vehicle parked, but he noticed the hood of the vehicle was not hot.  The officer checked with gardeners that were working in the area, and they said they saw the vehicle parked since 8:00 a.m. when they arrived.  The officer questioned the mother and suspicion was raised that her son may have stolen the vehicle.  Officers questioned the son, who denied taking the vehicle at first, but later admitted to the theft, and said he was under the influence of drugs at the time.  He felt it was time to return the vehicle and created the story of seeing the suspects.  The son was arrested and taken into custody.

Missing Juvenile Located
December 3 at 3:41 p.m., a 16-year-old male juvenile was reported missing to police by his father.  The father dropped his son off at high school in the 800 block of West Colorado in the morning.  On his way to pick him up after school, the father received a text message from the son stating that he no longer wanted to be a burden.  The father arrived at the school, but his son was not at the designated location.  He checked the school with school staff and then went home to check there, but did not find his son.  He then went to the police department.  Officers began an investigation and conducted an area check, but the subject was not located.

Later that evening, the missing juvenile called his father and said he was ready to come home.  When the father asked him where he was, the son told him he was on the sidewalk across the street from their house.  The son was located outside by his father.


Tip of the Week

Prevent Theft of Packages
Theft of packages is an easy crime to commit and can be perpetrated by even the least professional type of criminal.  Below are some simple steps you can take to protect your package delivery:

Request a specific drop off time when you know that you will be at home to receive the package.

Ask for your parcel to be placed on a back porch or even beside the front porch or anywhere that is not visible from the street.

Arrange to pick up your parcels at a package store, such as a UPS store that is convenient for you.  

Let a trustworthy neighbor know you are expecting a package delivery on a specific day and ask them to look out for it and bring it into their home for you.

Have your package delivered to your work address during daytime hours.

Know when a package is scheduled to arrive and if it doesn't, contact the sender to track the transport status of the package.

And if you see mail theft happening in your neighborhood, be sure to call your local police at once to report exactly what you have seen.  Time can be a decisive factor in the apprehension of mail thieves.

Monday, December 2, 2013

Highlighted Activity for the Week of November 25 – December 1, 2013

Brawl in Old Town with a victim pushed through plate glass window...
Child Abuse – Suspect Arrested
November 27 at 7:56 p.m., a 15-year-old female subject ran into the police department lobby with visible injuries.  She told officers her father assaulted her with his fists.  She said she ran from her house to get away from him.  The mother was not home at the time of the assault.  Paramedics were called to the station to treat the victim for her injuries.  Officers were dispatched to the residence in the 200 block of East Olive, where they detained and arrested the father for felony child abuse.  The victim was later released to her mother.

Battery with Serious Bodily Injury – Suspect Arrested
November 27 at 10:47 p.m., dispatch received several calls reporting two male subjects fighting in front of a restaurant in the 100 block of East Lemon.  The subjects had crashed through the restaurant's plate glass window.  When officers arrived, one of the subjects had fled on foot to the rear area of the restaurant.  Both subjects were detained and treated by paramedics for lacerations from the glass.

The investigation revealed that one of the male subjects had been drinking and was making inappropriate comments to a female subject.  He grabbed her and began punching her.  The second male subject jumped in to protect the female and was pushed backwards through the plate glass window, causing severe injuries to his back and legs.  The male suspect who started the fight was arrest for felony assault with great bodily injury.

Burglary – Suspect Arrested
November 27 at 11:50 p.m., a business in the 100 block of East Pomona called to report the alarm to their stored vehicle lot was going off and they saw a suspect on the property.  When officers arrived, a suspect started running west on Pomona towards Myrtle.  Officers detained the suspect and recovered a car stereo he had discarded in front of the business.  The employees positively identified the suspect and confirmed the stereo was stolen from one of their vehicles.  The suspect was arrested.  

Grand Theft Auto
November 29 at 9:20 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of Encino Way called police to report his vehicle had been stolen.  He had parked his 2007 Honda Accord in front of his residence at 11:30 p.m.   When he returned to his vehicle the following morning, he discovered it missing.  The investigation is continuing.

Domestic Violence / False Imprisonment – Suspect Arrested
November 29 at 10:45 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 200 block of West Lemon regarding a domestic violence incident.  A male and female subject that live together were arguing and the male subject had been drinking.  The female tried to slap the male subject, but he grabbed her and struck her twice in the face with a clenched fist.  The female tried to call the police with her cell phone, but the male subject grabbed her phone and smashed it.  She tried to leave the room, but he covered her mouth to prevent her from calling out for help.  They both fell asleep on the bed.  She woke up later and left the location. 

The female subject returned a few hours later to retrieve some property.  She tried to grab the male subject’s cell phone since her phone was broken, but he grabbed her and struck her with his elbow in the face several times.  She managed to get away again and went to the police department to report the incident.  The boyfriend was interviewed at the residence and was arrested.  An Emergency Protective Order was granted.

Grand Theft Auto
November 29 at 5:47 p.m., dispatch received a call from a business in the 1600 block of South Mountain regarding a stolen vehicle.  An employee came to work that morning and parked his 1995 Acura in the parking lot.  He returned to the area where he parked his vehicle eight hours later and discovered it was missing.  The investigation is continuing.

Stolen Vehicle Recovered
November 29 at 6:05 p.m., while officers where investigating the vehicle theft in the above incident, they located a stolen vehicle in the same parking lot.  The vehicle is a 1996 Acura that was stolen out of the Los Angeles Police Department jurisdiction.  The investigation is continuing.

Under the Influence of Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
November 30 at 1:45 a.m., an officer contacted a male subject pushing a bicycle north on Myrtle.  The subject was noticeably nervous and out of breath.  Through investigation, the officer determined the subject was under the influence of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
December 1 at 12:55 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 700 block of West Huntington regarding a suspicious person loitering in a parking lot.  They arrived and contacted the subject, who was walking around the parking lot carrying a backpack.  The officer conducted a consent search of the subject’s backpack and found a small baggie containing methamphetamine and five used hypodermic syringes.  The subject was arrested and taken into custody for the above listed charges.

Vehicle Burglary
December 1 at 7:08 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 400 block of West Huntington Drive.  The victim had parked and secured her vehicle in the parking at approximately 5:30 a.m., leaving her purse in the back seat.  An unknown suspect smashed the victim's right rear passenger window and took her purse containing cash, a camera, and other miscellaneous items.  The investigation is continuing.