Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of March 8-11, 2012

Vehicle Burglary

On March 9 at 6:04 p.m., police responded to a business parking lot in the 700 block of East Huntington regarding a vehicle burglary.  The victim's Chevy Silverado was parked on east side of location.  The suspect used a screwdriver to gain access through the front passenger door and took a cell phone, wallet and cash.  Investigation continuing.

Possession of a Controlled Substance - Suspect Arrested

On March 9 at 8:59 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle eastbound in the 900 block of West Olive for a traffic violation.  They contacted the driver and passengers.  One passenger was found to be on parole and the other one is on probation.  The vehicle was searched on consent and methamphetamine was found in the glove box. The driver was the registered owner, and the front passenger had not opened or reached into the glove box.  The driver was arrested and booked for possession of a controlled substance.

Burglary

On March 10 at 9:58 a.m., dispatch received a call reporting a utility trailer burglarized in the 300 block of Highland.  The suspect(s) broke the lock to gain entry into the trailer and took numerous power tools.  Investigation continuing.

Commercial Burglary / Parolee at Large - Suspect Arrested

On March 10 at 7:00 p.m., an officer stopped a suspicious subject in a business parking lot and noticed several pairs of reading glasses hanging out of the subject's jacket pocket.  The glasses still had store price tags attached.  Further investigation revealed additional stolen property from the location in the subject's possession.  Employees were not aware of the theft; however, surveillance video showed the suspect taking the property and leaving the store without paying for the items.  The suspect was arrested for commercial burglary.  The suspect was found to have an outstanding no-bail warrant for parole violation and is considered to be an armed and dangerous parolee at large.  He was arrested and taken into custody without incident.

Receiving Stolen Property - Suspect Arrested

On March 11 at 1:30 a.m., an officer was dispatched to a business in the 3300 block of Peck Road regarding a theft investigation.  When the officer arrived, store security guards had a subject detained near the intersection of Live Oak and Peck.  Apparently, the suspect was in the process of taking a vehicle filter box and was interrupted by security.  The suspect tossed the property and fled.  Officers located physical evidence that linked the suspect to the scene.  After a search of the surrounding area, they also located the stolen property, which had the suspect's bicycle tire tread on it, as well.  It appears that the suspect ran over the property with his bicycle as he was trying to get away from the security guards.  The stolen property was recovered and returned.  The suspect was arrested.

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!

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of March 1-4, 2012

Possession of Narcotics Paraphernalia - Suspect Arrested

On March 2 at 1:57 a.m., an officer stopped a vehicle on Chestnut, just east of Monterey, for failing to stop for a stop sign.  The officer observed an open alcoholic beverage inside the vehicle, so the officer removed the occupants to recover the evidence.  When he removed one of the male subjects, he discovered this subject was in possession of a glass methamphetamine pipe.  The officer arrested the subject for possession of the pipe and for the open container. 

Medical Assist

On March 2 at 1:14 p.m., a group of teens with a school group were at Canyon Park at the falls when one of the female teens tumbled 20 to 30 feet, striking her head.  She was able to walk, but complained of dizziness and a possible broken hand.  Monrovia Fire Department paramedics arrived and the teen was treated and taken to a hospital.

Possession of Hypodermic Needle - Suspect Arrested

On March 2 at 4:59 p.m., police received a call reporting a subject on top of the roof of an empty business in the 200 block of South Myrtle.  Officers arrived and found a male subject just coming off the roof.  He was detained, and during a pat down search, a hypodermic needle was located.  He was arrested and taken into custody for the violation. 

During the investigation, it was determined that this subject and two others have been living to the rear and on the roof of this building.  All subjects were warned about trespassing on the property and loitering in the area.  The property owner will be advised and given information on how to prevent the trespassing.

Failure to Yield / Driving Under the Influence - Suspect Arrested

On March 2 at 11:08 a.m., an officer attempted a traffic stop on a vehicle for a traffic violation in the 3300 block of South Peck, but the driver did not stop.  The driver went east on Pomona, from Myrtle, and eventually pulled over.  The driver was uncooperative and refused to perform any field sobriety tests or provide a breath sample.  The driver was found to be on non-revocable parole for prior driving under the influence arrests.  The driver was arrested and taken into custody.

Evading / Possession of Controlled Substance / Warrants - Suspects Arrested

On March 3 at 6:09 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers went to a residence in the 2400 block of Fairgreen regarding wanted suspects living at a home.  They observed two male subjects leaving the residence in a vehicle.  The officers attempted to stop the vehicle and a pursuit ensued for a few blocks, prior to the suspects stopping. 

One parolee was arrested for three warrants, and the driver, a probationer, was arrested for evading, being an unlicensed driver, and possession of methamphetamine.  A parole and probation search was conducted at their residence and police recovered methamphetamine, several methamphetamine pipes, and numerous checks, blank bank cards, and other items to conduct fraud.  Investigation continuing.

Shots Fired / Filing a False Police Report / Carrying a Concealed Weapon

On March 3 at 7:51 p.m., Arcadia Methodist Hospital called Monrovia Police Department to report a male subject in their Emergency Room with a gunshot wound.  The subject claimed it happened in Monrovia, near Parker and Monterey.  An officer responded to the hospital for the investigation.  

The subject claimed he was confronted by three male subjects and they got into a fight.  He claimed that during the fight, he was shot and he ran away.  He was then taken to a hospital by friends.  The investigation raised suspicion, and it was eventually determined that the subject had a handgun in his waistband that accidentally went off when he bent at the waist, and he shot himself.  A complaint for filing a false police report and carrying a concealed weapon will be filed with the court.

Shooting Investigation

On Sunday, March 4, 2012, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Monrovia Police Officers responded to the area of California and Cypress regarding a shooting investigation. 

The investigation revealed a male adult victim was backing his vehicle from a residential driveway with his three year old son in the backseat.  A gray sedan occupied by at least three male Hispanics suddenly pulled up and stopped in the roadway.  The right front passenger of the gray sedan exited the vehicle and fired approximately six shots, striking the driver side of the victim's vehicle.  The "shooter" returned to the gray sedan and the vehicle fled from the area at a high rate of speed.  The "shooter" is described as a male Hispanic wearing a blue baseball cap.  No one was injured during this incident.   The investigation is continuing.

Loud Music Disturbance / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer - Suspect Arrested

On March 4 at 11:13 p.m., officers responded to a residence in the 500 block of South Shamrock regarding a loud music disturbance.  When they arrived, an intoxicated guest at the residence answered the door.  The officers saw a 4-year-old boy approach the front door and immediately became concerned for the child's safety, because there did not appear to be a sober adult present to properly care for the child.  The officers asked to speak with the child's parents, but the subject refused to answer them and attempted to close the door.  Officers prevented the subject from closing the door.  The subject continued to resist and struggled with the officers, so the officers arrested him without further incident.  The officers eventually located the child's parents in the residence, who were sober enough to properly care for the child.  The residents were also advised regarding the loud music.

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!

Highlighted Activity for the Period of February 23-29,2012

Illegal Dumping / Mail Theft

On February 23 at 3:32 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of Stedman on the report of a subject dumping trash out the back of his vehicle.  The trash was found to be empty FedEx boxes from houses in the area.  It appears the boxes were stolen after they were delivered.  The suspect removed the content of the boxes and then dumped the empty boxes.  Investigation continuing.

Suspicious Circumstances / Possible Trespassing

On February 23 at 10:29 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 1000 block of South Canyon regarding the report of two male subjects on the roof of a building with lights flashing.  Officers surrounded the property and requested the Foothill Air Support helicopter to assist.  The helicopter responded and advised that no one was on the roof.  Officers searched the property and did not locate any suspects.  The building was secure and there were no signs of an attempt break-in. 

Traffic Violation / Driving Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Possession of a Controlled Substance / Weapons Offense - Suspect Arrested

On February 24 at 8:48 p.m., an officer on routine patrol stopped a vehicle in the 100 block of West Walnut for running a stop sign.  When the officer contacted the driver, he smelled the odor of marijuana coming from the vehicle.  A subsequent investigation revealed the driver to be under the influence of a controlled substance.  He was also found to be in possession of unauthorized prescription medication and a concealed billy club.  He was arrested for the above listed charges.    

Assault with a Deadly Weapon - Suspect Arrested

On February 25 at 9:49 a.m., a fight in progress was reported in the 900 block of Genoa involving approximately seven subjects.  Officers arrived on scene and found several family members were involved in a disturbance.  One family member was injured by another and sustained numerous contusions to his head.  The suspect, who was determined to be the primary aggressor, was arrested and taken into custody.

Attempted Residential Burglary

On February 28 at 3:20 p.m., a 15-year-old male subject that lives in the 200 block of Violet observed a male suspect tampering with the window screen on the backdoor of the apartment where he lives.  The suspect eventually left the area.  Police were not called until the subject's stepfather arrived home, a few hours later.  The window screen appeared to have been cut, but the suspect did not make entry into the home.  The suspect is described as a male, 6'0", thin build, wearing dark pants and a gray or black hooded sweatshirt, which covered his face and hands.  Investigation continuing.

Detective Bureau Case Follow-up

Gang member, Gary Sanchez, was convicted of murder in the Pasadena Superior Court last week.  Sanchez was convicted of several gun and gang enhancements, and is facing fifty years to life in prison.  He is scheduled to be sentenced on March 23, 2012.

This case stems from an incident that occurred on December 15, 2009, at approximately 8:04 p.m.  Sanchez shot and killed Jason Gentile near the intersection of Colorado and California in Monrovia.  Sanchez also wounded Gentile's girlfriend, who has completely recovered from her wounds.  Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Homicide Detectives investigated this case, but Monrovia Police Department personnel played a major role in the investigation and prosecution.

Tip of the Week

Mail Theft Prevention

If you order items over the phone, via the Internet, or by mail, chances are those packages will be delivered straight to your front porch.  The majority of deliveries do not require a signature and are generally left at your door, even if no one is home to accept them.  Some thieves look for crime of opportunity, but other thieves actually target your delivery.  Thieves will follow or watch for the UPS, FedEx, US Mail, or other delivery trucks, and then target a home after a delivery is made.

Here are some suggestions for helping to prevent a theft of your packages:

• If possible, use your workplace as the shipping address.
• Track your shipments by phone or online so that you know what day they should arrive.
• Ask your neighbor to watch for your delivery and then hold the items until you arrive home.
• Keep an eye on your neighborhood and report suspicious persons or vehicles in the area.
• Request a signature delivery option if available or request the shipment be held at the shipping facility such as a UPS office.
• Check with "mailbox" businesses in your town and see if they will accept shipment of your item for a fee.
• If you do not receive your shipment on time, check with the company of origin and confirm the delivery. If the item was delivered and you did not receive it, report the theft or loss to the original company, the shipping company, and your local police.

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of February 20-22, 2012

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 443 service events, resulting in 81 investigations.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to http://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/monrovia for crime mapping.

Burglary

On February 20 at 9:59 p.m., a burglary of a garage was reported in the 500 block of West Foothill.  The burglary occurred sometime between Sunday night and Monday night.  The suspect(s) used bolt cutters to cut the hasp of the garage door to gain entry.  The interior cabinets were ransacked, but there was no loss.

Vehicle Burglary

On February 20 at 10:36 p.m., an officer responded to a vehicle burglary that occurred in the 700 block of East Huntington.  The burglary occurred in the parking lot of a gym.  The suspect vehicle is a newer, grey Toyota Corolla.  A male suspect punched the lock on the driver side door and stole an I-Pod from the vehicle.  The suspect vehicle drove off southbound.  Investigation continuing.

Detective Bureau Case Follow-up

2008 Attempt Murder Case Follow-up - Suspect Jimmy Santana Convicted 

In February of 2008, a male subject/victim was riding his bicycle in the 2500 block of South Peck Road.  He was approached by a suspect with a gun who walked up to him and shot him.  The suspect, Jimmy Santana, is a known gang member.  The incident was found to be gang related; however, the victim is not a gang member.  This incident occurred in the county area of Monrovia and was investigated by Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Homicide Bureau detectives.  Monrovia Police Department detectives and officers played a major part in the conviction of this suspect in testimony regarding gang affiliation.

In February of 2012, the suspect in this case, Jimmy Santana, was convicted of willful, deliberate and premeditated murder; the jury also found he personally and intentionally discharged a firearm, causing great bodily injury to the victim.  Santana was also convicted of shooting from a motor vehicle and assault with a firearm.  The jury found the gang allegation true as to all counts.  Sentencing is set for March 15, 2012.

Tip of the Week

Power Line Safety From Southern California Edison

Power lines bring electricity to your home or office, but touching a power line, whether overhead or on the ground, may cause serious injury or death.  The following guidelines will help you stay safe around power lines.

IF YOU SEE A DOWNED WIRE, CALL 911 RIGHT AWAY.

If a person or piece of equipment comes in contact with an energized power line, or if a power line has fallen to the ground:

• Do not approach or touch the line or anything in contact with the line.

• Call 911. Inform the operator that it's an electrical emergency.

• ALWAYS assume that all wires are energized.

• Keep this Safety Fact Sheet as a handy reminder, and feel free to share it with your loved ones.

• Other Safety Tips

• Beware of a downed power line touching a vehicle. Stay clear of the vehicle and the power line. If a power line touches your vehicle while you are inside, remain calm and follow these directions: If you can do so safely, stay inside the vehicle until emergency assistance arrives. Warn others to stay away from the vehicle and have them call 9-1-1. If you must get out of the vehicle for safety reasons, jump clear. Do not touch the vehicle and the ground at the same time.    

• Never make contact with overhead power lines. When you're outside, check to make sure any tools or equipment you handle are well clear of power lines overhead. Your equipment may be closer to power lines than you think when you're:

·        Trimming trees

·        Using fruit-picking poles

·        Working on a roof

·        Installing or removing an antenna or satellite dish

·        Using a long-handled pool skimmer

·        Using and carrying metal ladders

*        Moving a boat with a mast

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of February 16-19, 2012

Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to the City of Monrovia website at www.cityofmonrovia.org and click on the crime mapping link.

Vandalism - Suspect Arrested

On February 16 at 1:28 p.m., a citizen called to report a subject vandalizing a city trash dumpster at a park in the 800 block of East Olive.  The suspect had written graffiti on the dumpster.  The witness was able to give a description of the suspect.  Police responded to the area and detained a subject matching the description and the witness positively identified him as the suspect who vandalized the city property.  The suspect was arrested and the citizen who reported the graffiti is eligible to receive a $100 bill through Monrovia Police Department's Stop Graffiti Bounty Program.  See details of the program below.

Possession of a Controlled Substance - Suspect Arrested

On February 16 at 2:04 p.m., officers responded to the 700 block of East Lemon regarding possible drug activity.  As officers arrived on scene, one of the officers saw a subject drop a clear plastic baggie under the bleachers where he was seated.  The item was recovered and found to contain one solid white pill.  The pill was determined to be an illegal substance and the suspect was arrested and taken into custody. 

Residential Burglary

On February 17 at 10:58 a.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 400 block of Parkrose.  The suspect(s) entered by forcing a rear sliding door off the track.  The location was ransacked and the suspect(s) took cash and jewelry.  The burglary occurred at approximately 9:00 a.m.  A witness reported seeing a male Black subject in a red/maroon, four-door vehicle in front of the residence at about that time.  Investigation continuing.  

Commercial Burglary / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer - Suspects Arrested

On February 17 at 4:16 p.m., a burglary was reported by store personnel at a business in the 300 block of West Huntington.  A male Hispanic subject entered the store while a female accomplice waited outside in a vehicle.  The suspect walked directly to an isle in the store, took merchandise from the shelf, and then immediately exited the store without attempting to pay for the item.  Officers arrived in the area quickly and spotted the suspect vehicle in the parking lot.  The vehicle stopped and the male suspect exited the vehicle and ran.  There was a brief foot pursuit by officers, resulting in the apprehension of the suspect.  One of the officers sprained his ankle during the pursuit.  Both suspects were arrested for burglary.  The male suspect is a known gang member.  

Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer / Possession of a Controlled Substance - Suspect Arrested

On February 18 at 2:29 a.m., a call was received from a resident in the 700 block of East Foothill.  The caller stated her 18-year-old son had been drinking and was getting physical with the family.  An officer arrived and saw the subject coming out of a side gate onto Foothill.  The officer told the subject to stop, but the subject took off on a bicycle. The officer ran after the subject and detained him at Foothill and Shamrock. The subject was arrested for resisting and delaying a peace officer.  At the jail, a small amount of cocaine was found in the subjects clothing.  The subject was also charged with possession of a controlled substance.

Hot Prowl Burglary

On February 19 at 12:10 a.m., a female resident in the 400 block of East Foothill called to report an attempt burglary.  She reported she was asleep, but woke when she heard someone in her bedroom.  She saw a subject in the room and yelled out, asking who was there.  The suspect yelled back that the manager said no one was supposed to be there and he ran out the front door.  The suspect was described as a light-skinned, male Black, approximately 5' 6", wearing a baseball cap, windbreaker, and dark jeans.  The suspect apparently removed four louvers from the front window to gain entry to the location.  Investigation continuing.

72-Hour Mental Evaluation

On February 19 at 2:50 a.m., an officer on patrol in the 1500 block of South Myrtle observed a subject acting strange at the corner of Evergreen and Myrtle.  The officer stopped to check on his welfare.  The subject was disoriented and did not know where he was or the day and time.  He could not state where he lived.  Monrovia Fire Department paramedics were summoned to examine him for medical problems and he was found to be okay.  Officers determined the subject was unable to care for his own well-being and advised him of the 72-hour hospitalization.  The subject stated he did not want to go to the hospital and he ran from the officers.  Officers caught up to him quickly, but he further resisted their attempt to detain him.  He was eventually taken into custody and taken to a hospital without further incident.

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!

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of February 13-15, 2012

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 433 service events, resulting in 96 investigations.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to http://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/monrovia for crime mapping.

Grand Theft Auto

On February 13 at 3:23 p.m., an employee from a business in the 500 block of West Huntington reported her vehicle stolen from the parking lot.  She parked her vehicle in the lot near the front of the business at 7:00 a.m.  When she returned to her vehicle at 3:00 p.m., she discovered it missing.  The vehicle is a black, 1996 Honda Accord.  The vehicle was entered into the Stolen Vehicle System and the investigation is continuing.

Attempted Vehicle Burglary

On February 13 at 6:23 p.m., an attempted vehicle burglary was reported at a condominium complex in the 700 block of South Myrtle.  The victim parked her vehicle in the bottom level parking structure at approximately 5:00 p.m.   She returned to her vehicle approximately one hour later and found that someone had attempted to smash the driver side window and had tried to pry open the passenger door.  The attempt was unsuccessful and there was no loss from inside the vehicle.  The investigation is continuing.

Residential burglary

On February 14 at 10:54 p.m., police responded to a residential burglary in the 400 block of East Olive.  The suspect entered through a doggy door.  The circuit breakers on the home were turned off, the Internet cable was pulled apart, and the only loss was an alarm clock and a cell phone charger.  Investigation continuing.

Detective Bureau Case Follow-up

Robbery Case Update - Third Suspect Arrested

On February 9 at 10:57 p.m., three male suspects robbed a male victim while he was walking in the area of Colorado and Violet.  One of the suspects hit the victim in the face, possibly with a gun, and they took a small amount of cash he had on him and his cell phone.  Officers arrived quickly and detained two of the suspects in the area of Violet and Linwood; they were arrested for robbery.  The Foothill Air Support helicopter and Irwindale Police Department's canine unit assisted with a search for the third suspect, but he was not located. 

Following up on leads, detectives served a search warrant on February 15 on two locations.  The detectives were searching for the third suspect and a weapon used in the crime.  Detectives searched both locations and the weapon was not located.  The third suspect, however, was found at one of the locations and was arrested and taken into custody.

 Tip of the Week

Don't Drink & Drive

After a few alcoholic drinks, it becomes easy to rationalize with yourself that you're okay to drive. However, it's very simple: If you're driving - don't drink!  With drinking and driving laws becoming more strict, it's easy to become over the legal limit, and the repercussions could cost you, or someone else's life.

Arrange a Ride Beforehand - Part of planning your night out should include a ride home. Arranging a ride home beforehand will mean a more relaxing night and will eliminate any chance of rationalizing that you're okay to drive home after a few drinks.

Have a Designated Driver - Arrange with a friend or family member to be the designated driver before going out. Have a friend accompany you who's not going to drink, or phone him to come get you when you are ready to be picked up.

Intervene If Someone You Know Intends to Drive Drunk - If a friend or family member has had too much to drink and insists on driving, reason with her and persuade her to hand over the keys. Be calm and explain that you will arrange a ride home for her, and that you are doing her a favor by not letting her drive drunk

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of February 9-12, 2012

Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to the City of Monrovia website at www.cityofmonrovia.org and click on the crime mapping link.

Burglary / Robbery - One Suspect Arrested

On February 9 at 6:56 p.m., officers responded to a business in the 500 block of West Huntington regarding a theft of merchandise that had just occurred.  The suspects were described as male Hispanics, both wearing hats and black t-shirts, one was wearing shorts and the other was wearing blue jeans.  When loss prevention officers told the suspects to come back into the store, both suspects ran.  One suspect ran off through the parking lot and out of sight.  The other suspect ran to a vehicle and drove away; he hit one of the loss prevention officers as he ran passed him to get to the vehicle.  The vehicle was stopped by Special Enforcement Team officers and the suspect was arrested for burglary and robbery.  The second suspect was not located.  Investigation continuing.

Robbery - Suspects Arrested

On February 9 at 10:57 p.m., a male subject called to report he had been robbed while walking in the area of Colorado and Violet.  He stated that there were three male suspects and one hit him in the face, possibly with a gun.  They took a small amount of cash he had on him and his cell phone.  Officers arrived quickly and detained two male subjects in the area of Violet and Linwood that fit the description of the suspects.  One of them had blood on his hand and clothing.  Paramedics were summoned to treat the victim.  The Foothill Air Support helicopter and Irwindale Police Department's canine unit were requested and responded to assist with a search for the third suspect, but he was not located.  The two suspects detained were arrested for robbery.  Investigation continuing.

Suspicious Circumstances / Possible Child Annoying

On February 10 at 5:34 p.m., officers responded to a report of child annoying.  The mother of a 10-year-old boy reported that her son was approached while walking home from school in the 200 block of East Foothill.  There were four male suspects in a light brown vehicle, possibly a Volkswagon, which pulled up next to him.  One of the suspects asked him to get into the car and said they had candy.  The suspects are described as four male subjects with long hair.  The suspect who spoke to the child is described as a male White, between the ages of 20-30 years old, with long blond hair, a scruffy goatee, and average build.  Investigation continuing.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested

On February 10 at 9:25 p.m., officers responded to the area of Hillcrest and Madison regarding the report of a traffic collision.  Officers arrived and found a black BMW with major damage parked along the curb, with the female driver inside.  Officers determined the BMW had sideswiped two unoccupied vehicles and then rear ended a third vehicle, causing it to move forward.  The female driver was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested.

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision - Suspect Arrested

On February 11 at 2:58 a.m., Irwindale Police Department requested Monrovia Police Department respond to Live Oak and Myrtle regarding a traffic collision that occurred in Monrovia's jurisdiction.  Officers responded and determined the driver was driving under the influence and the driver was arrested.

Vehicle Burglary

On February 11 at 10:50 a.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 500 block of East Olive.  The victim parked his 2007 Chevy Tahoe to the rear of the location.  Sometime between February 9 and February 11, suspect(s) gained entry into the vehicle by punching the lock on the driver side door.  The two rear seats and some tools were taken.  Investigation continuing.

Grand Theft Auto

On February 11 at 1:46 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a business parking lot in the 3000 block of South Peck Road.  The victim went to the location and parked the vehicle in the lot while shopping.  When he returned approximately an hour and a half later, the vehicle was gone.  The vehicle is a gold, four-door, 1994 Nissan Altima.  Investigation continuing.

Assault with a Deadly Weapon / Robbery - Suspects Arrested

On February 11, an officer conducted a follow-up investigation regarding an assault with a deadly weapon and robbery case that occurred on February 4.  During the course of his investigation, he interviewed an additional witness and presented a photo line-up to the victim, who positively identified two of the suspects.  Both suspects live in the 800 block of West Duarte Road.  Special Enforcement Team officers went to the two locations and arrested the two suspects.  The officer interviewed one of the suspects, who admitted to fighting with the victim.  Both suspects were arrested and are being held, pending their court appearance.

Injured Animal

On February 12 at 9:36 a.m., the owner of a small dog and her mother were walking their dog on a leash when they stopped to read a missing dog flyer.  As they were reading the flyer, an unleashed boxer-mix dog ran between the two women and grabbed their small dog in its mouth.  The little dog sustained substantial bite wounds. The dog was taken to a local veterinarian, where it later died.  The boxer was taken to its home by a neighbor and secured in the rear yard.  The owners are out of town.  Investigation continuing.

Grand Theft Auto Pursuit / Vehicle Recovered - Suspect Arrested

On February 12 at 11:38 a.m., an officer on patrol ran the license plate of a suspicious vehicle and it returned stolen.  The vehicle entered the 210 Freeway and was followed by the officer.  When assisting units arrived, the officer conducted a high-risk traffic stop. The driver was ordered out of the car.  The driver exited the vehicle and ran, but was quickly detained by officers without further incident and was arrested.

Special Enforcement Team Weekly Activity

Felony Vandalism / Gang Enhancement - Suspects Arrested

On February 9 at 10:26 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers were driving west on Huntington from Buena Vista when they saw a subject on the south side of Huntington who appeared to be etching something into the tree.  They made a u-turn to contact the subject.  The subject saw the officers and began walking away.  He was detained and a fresh etching of gang graffiti was found on the tree.  The subject is a known gang member and was arrested.  The Los Angeles Sheriff's Department gang deputy was advised and will be writing a supplemental report for the gang enhancement charge, which makes this a felony.

Possession of Stolen Property - Suspect Arrested

On February 10 at 7:43 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers on patrol stopped a vehicle for a traffic violation with three subjects inside.  A consent search of the vehicle revealed a stolen Mac laptop reported to the Pasadena Police Department.  One of the subjects had claimed the laptop was his.  He was arrested for possession of stolen property.

Wanted Burglary Suspect Arrested

Special Enforcement Team officers were notified by Arcadia Police Department of a wanted burglary suspect and later learned the suspect lives and works in Monrovia in the 100 block of South Encinitas.  On February 11 at 10:54 p.m., they set up surveillance on the suspect's work location and saw him exit the rear door and walk toward his residence.  They detained and arrested the suspect and released him to Arcadia Police Department's custody.

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of February 6-8, 2012

 

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 419 service events, resulting in 77 investigations.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to http://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/monrovia for crime mapping.

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Vehicle Burglaries

On February 7 at 7:01 p.m., officers responded to two vehicle burglaries which occurred in a business parking lot in the 700 Block East Huntington.  The suspect(s) punched the locks on the driver side door of each vehicle.  Wallets and a cell phone were stolen.  The suspect vehicle is a smaller, light-colored SUV, and the vehicle was last seen driving toward Shamrock.  Investigation continuing.

Grand Theft Auto Recovery - Suspect Arrested 

On February 8 at 7:59 p.m., an officer on routine patrol was driving through a parking lot in the 100 block of West Foothill and came across a confirmed stolen vehicle.  Assisting officers arrived and four subjects were detained.  The male subject who was in the driver's seat said he borrowed the car from his sister; he was arrested for grand theft auto and taken into custody.  He was also found to have an outstanding arrest warrant for grand theft auto.  

Possession of Narcotics / Receiving Stolen Property - Suspects Arrested

On February 9 at 4:54 a.m., an officer saw two suspicious subjects walking in the area of Ivy and Olive, which has recently experienced an increase in vehicle burglaries.  The suspects were contacted by officers.  A subsequent investigation revealed that the suspects were in possession of stolen property and narcotics.  Both suspects were arrested.  Officers located the victim/owner of the stolen property.  The case is being reviewed by the District Attorney's office.

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of February 2-5, 2012

Following are the weekend's highlighted issues and events.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to the City of Monrovia website at www.cityofmonrovia.org and click on the crime mapping link.

Grand Theft Auto - Utility Trailer

On February 3 at 7:06 a.m., a utility trailer was reported stolen from an unsecured parking lot in the 200 block of West Foothill.  The trailer did not have license plates on it. It was taken sometime between 4:00 p.m. on February 2 and 500 a.m. on February 3.  The investigation is continuing. 

Residential Burglary

On February 3 at 6:24 p.m., a female resident in the 400 block of East Olive reported her home had been burglarized sometime between 8:30 a.m. and 5:25 p.m. that day.  A laptop computer was taken, as well as the resident's black and white Boston Terrier.  The dog has a microchip.  Investigation continuing.

Petty Theft / Drunk in Public - Suspect Arrested

On February 3 at 12:01 a.m., a sergeant on patrol witnessed a male subject come out of a bar in the 300 block of West Foothill, walk across Magnolia, and pickup up the corner resident's potted plant.  The male subject began walking away with the plant.  The sergeant stopped him.  The owner of the property was located, an elderly female, and she desired prosecution.  The plant was returned to the owner and the suspect was arrested, not only for the theft, but for being drunk in public.

Mail Tampering / Weapons Offense - Suspects Arrested

On February 4 at 4:56 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of North Alta Vista regarding a male and female subject in a black car that were taking mail out of mailboxes.  Officers located the vehicle and stopped it.  The investigation revealed a large quantity of stolen mail, burglary tools, and a loaded revolver in the vehicle.  The revolver was found by the battery in the engine compartment of the car.  Both the male and female subject were arrested and charged with conspiracy, receiving stolen property, mail tampering, and weapons charges.

Battery

On February 5 at 10:06 p.m., police responded to the report of a battery that occurred in the 200 block of Madeline.  The adult male victim was standing in front of his residence when he was approached by the suspect, his girlfriend's former boyfriend.  The suspect approached the victim in a friendly manner and asked if he would be willing to speak with him.  The victim agreed.  Without warning, the suspect punched the victim in the face several times.  The suspect then left the location.  The victim sustained a swollen left eye as a result of the battery.  The investigation is continuing.

Special Enforcement Team Weekly Activity

Assault With a Deadly Weapon Warrant - Suspect Arrested

On February 3, the Special Enforcement Team was on patrol and conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle.  A computer check revealed the driver was wanted by Monrovia Police Department for assault with a deadly weapon.  The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.  

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!

Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of January 30 - February 1, 2012

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 470 service events, resulting in 106 investigations.  To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to http://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/monrovia for crime mapping.

Vehicle Burglaries

On January 30, officers responded to several vehicle burglary reports at a condominium complex in the 100 block of West Colorado in the secured tenant parking area.  Items taken varied from car parts to in-dash radios.  Additionally, a garage door opener was taken in one of the burglaries.  The investigation is continuing.

Theft - Suspects Arrested

On January 31 at 11:27 p.m., a witness called police and reported a male and female suspect stealing his neighbor's bicycle from the 100 Block of West Colorado.  An officer stopped a couple matching the description near the location.  The witness positively identified both suspects and they were still in possession of the bicycle.  The victim desires prosecution.  They were both arrested for the theft.

Theft From a Vehicle

On February 1 at 3:10 a.m., an officer responded to the 200 block of East Los Angeles regarding a theft from a vehicle.  The victim's front bumper was missing from his 2000 Honda Civic.  Investigation continuing.

Brandishing a Replica Firearm - Suspect Arrested

On February 1 at 11:35 p.m., police received a call reporting a man with a gun inside a bar in the 100 block of East Olive.  The reporting party said the male suspect had displayed a handgun, causing the customers to become fearful.  Officers arrived and the man was detained without incident.  The weapon was a BB gun that looked like a pistol.  The suspect claimed to be a gang member and said he needed the gun for protection.  He was arrested and taken into custody.

Detective Bureau Case Follow-up

Vehicle Versus Pedestrian Hit & Run Traffic Collision - Suspect pleads to Felony Charge

On January 27, a hit and run traffic collision occurred at Huntington and Canyon, where a 12-year-old girl was struck by a vehicle as she tried to cross the street.  The driver fled the scene, but through investigation, was located and arrested.  The child was severely injured and was taken by helicopter to a hospital in critical condition.  Detectives submitted the felony hit and run case to the District Attorney for filing.  The suspect pled to the felony charge and accepted a sentence of 180 days in jail and 3 years probation.

Search Warrant - Additional Victim Identified

A proactive investigation by patrol officers gave Monrovia Police Department's Detective Bureau enough information to secure a search warrant for a residence in the 200 block of West Olive, which was served on January 25.  The residents are suspected to be selling stolen property and narcotics from the residence.  An additional victim was identified this week from this case.  That brings the total to six victims of theft.