From ALD 7

Wednesday November 30, 2016, 7:35 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Tips on how to avoid gift card scams.   The old saying, "too good to be true", it probably is. Be careful this holiday season, criminals are taking advantage of the of the popular trend of holiday gift cards. Be wary of buying gift cards at auction.  Craigslist, Letgo and Ebay are excellent places to buy and sell used items, but it is difficult to varify if the gift cards are valid or not. Purchase gift cards directly from the business. Money may be saved with buying gift cards from third party vendors, again, they may not be valid cards. Be carefuly purchasing cards from the store shelve.   Always carefully examine both the front and back of a gift card before you buy it. If you can see a PIN number, put the card back and get a different one. If a gift card looks like it could have been tampered with, don’t buy that gift card. Always ask the store cashier to scan the gift card in front of you. This will guarantee that your card is valid when you buy it and that it reflects the balance you just charged it with. This will also protect you from crooks who exchange worthless cards for the cards you think you are buying. Always keep your receipt as a proof of purchase as long as there is money stored on the gift card. Since many retailers can track where the gift card was purchased, activated and used, if the card is stolen, some retailers will replace the card for you if you have your receipt. If possible, register your gift card at the store’s website. Although not all stores offer this option, you can uncover any misuse of your gift card sooner and report it more quickly. Finally, never, ever give your Social Security number, date of birth or any other unneeded private information when you purchase a gift card. No reputable company will ask for this info.The old saying, "too good to be true", well it probably is. This holiday season gift cards are more popular than ever.  Criminals are taking advantage of this trend.  Lets all work together to try and make your gift the best ever.  Have a great Holiday season. Be wary of buying gift cards at auction.  Craigslist, Letgo and Ebay are excellent places to buy and sell used items.  It can be difficult to verify if the gift cards are valid or not when buying online. Purchase gift cards directly from the business. Money may be saved with buying gift cards from third party vendors; again, they may not be valid cards and difficult to verify. Be careful when purchasing cards from the store shelve.  Gift cards can be tampered with, sometimes by employees, inspect the card before purchase.  If a gift card looks like it could have been tampered with, don’t buy that gift card. Always keep your receipt.  You can ask the cashier to scan the card to ensure it is valid, and always keep your receipt in case of fraud. Protect your personal information.  Stores will not need your social security number, birthdate, or personal information.  When shopping online and personal information is necessary such as home address and phone numbers look for https:// in the address bar, the “S” stands for secure. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ALD 7 Crime Blotter for Nov. 20th.

Wednesday November 30, 2016, 5:24 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Sunday, November 20th 4:52 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1700 block of E. Midwick Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the rear patio door.  Stolen: none. 6:00 PM – A grand theft occurred in the 200 block of Laurel Drive.  Stolen: 2008 Dodge Charger and firearm.  Vehicle and firearm were recovered in the city of Pasadena. Monday, November 21st 1:53 PM – Bartlett Smith, 27 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Woodbury Road and Lincoln Avenue for possession of a controlled substance. 7:34 PM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 3300 block of GlenroseAvenue.  Vehicle was recovered in the immediate area and (2) juveniles were apprehended.  Investigation is on-going. 8:00 PM – A petty theft from a vehicle occurred in the 1700 block of E. Elizabeth Street.  Stolen: 2002 Honda Accord catalytic converter. 10:00 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 400 block of Figueroa Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by tampering with the door lock and window.  Stolen: vehicle dashboard, black subwoofer and black amplifier. 10:00 PM – A grand theft (internet scam) occurred in the 3500 block of Canyon Ridge Drive.  Loss:  currency (via Amazon gift cards). Tuesday, November 22nd 10:00 AM – A petty theft occurred in the 2400 block of N. Lake Avenue.  Stolen:  dark gray wallet. 3:00 PM – A grand theft from a vehicle occurred in the 200 block of E. Terrace Street.  Stolen: various gardening equipment. Wednesday, November 23rd 12:21 AM – A battery occurred in the 2400 block of N. Lake Avenue.  Suspect described as a male White. Thursday, November 24 Turkey and ham were enjoyed by all, no crime related incidents reported. Friday, November 25th 1:15 PM – Marilyn McGowan, 41 years old of Torrance was arrested in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue for disorderly conduct. 2:20 PM – A grand theft from a locker occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Stolen:  credit card. 5:10 PM – An attempt residential burglary occurred in the 3300 block Canyon Crest Drive.  Suspect(s) attempted to enter the residence by shattering the window. 9:00 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 3300 block of Lake Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: watch. Saturday, November 26th 10:39 PM – Mario McLeod, 33 years old of Altadena and John Tucker, 54 years old of Altadena were arrested in the area of Figueroa Drive and Lincoln Avenue for drinking in public. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ALD 7 Crime Blotter for Nov. 13th.

Tuesday November 22, 2016, 12:50 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter. Sunday, November 13th No significant incidents. Monday, November 14th No significant incidents. Tuesday, November 15th 9:00 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1500 block of Meadowbrook Road.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the rear bedroom sliding door.  Stolen: silver Macbook Pro. 12:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2300 block of Santa Rosa Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the patio door(s).  Items stolen were recovered. 4:45 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Ave.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: black purse, wallet and currency. 5:34 PM - A residential burglary occurred in the 1900 block of E. Loma Alta Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the patio door(s).  Stolen: none. Wednesday, November 16th 10:20 AM – Carlos Navarro, 19 years old of Pasadena was arrested in the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Avenue for shoplifting. Thursday, November 17th 5:40 AM – Timothy Mitchell, 62 years old of Glendale was arrested in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue for indecent exposure. 9:05 PM – Lamont Harris, 24 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Fair Oaks Avenue and Mountain View Street for possession of a concealed dirk or dagger. Friday, November 17th No significant incidents. Saturday, November 18th No significant incidents. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ALD 7 Crime Blotter for Nov. 13th.

Tuesday November 22, 2016, 12:50 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter. Sunday, November 13th No significant incidents. Monday, November 14th No significant incidents. Tuesday, November 15th 9:00 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1500 block of Meadowbrook Road.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the rear bedroom sliding door.  Stolen: silver Macbook Pro. 12:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2300 block of Santa Rosa Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the patio door(s).  Items stolen were recovered. 4:45 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Ave.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: black purse, wallet and currency. 5:34 PM - A residential burglary occurred in the 1900 block of E. Loma Alta Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the patio door(s).  Stolen: none. Wednesday, November 16th 10:20 AM – Carlos Navarro, 19 years old of Pasadena was arrested in the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Avenue for shoplifting. Thursday, November 17th 5:40 AM – Timothy Mitchell, 62 years old of Glendale was arrested in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue for indecent exposure. 9:05 PM – Lamont Harris, 24 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Fair Oaks Avenue and Mountain View Street for possession of a concealed dirk or dagger. Friday, November 17th No significant incidents. Saturday, November 18th No significant incidents. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ALD 7 Crime Blotter for Nov. 6th.

Thursday November 17, 2016, 7:00 AM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Sunday, November 6th 2:15 PM – A grand theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1800 block of Skyview Drive.  Stolen: blow dryer, thermal stove, flat irons, shears, pressing combs, clippers and brushes. Monday, November 7th 7:15 AM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 2100 block of N. Lake Avenue.  Vehicle damage: dent on hood. 3:30 PM – A package theft occurred in the 2800 block of El Nido Drive.  Suspects described as two female Blacks between 20 – 25 years old.  Suspects last seen entering a white Lexus.  Stolen:  electric miter saw, curry packets, and infrared markers. 4:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1900 block of New York Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by removing the screen.  Stolen: black and cream Persian rug, Orogold skincare products and costume jewelry. 4:56 PM – Erin Gonzalez, 35 years old Pasadena, Kevin Cameron, 55 years old of Altadena and Richard Woodard, 55 years old of Los Angeles were arrested in the 70 block of Mountain View Street from drinking in public. Tuesday, November 8th 12:30 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: silver MacBook Pro, black laptop case, and black wallet.  7:00 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen:  black purse and currency. 5:25 PM – Jesus Carrillo, 19 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 2100 block of Summit Avenue for violation of a restraining order. Wednesday, November 9th 2:26 PM – Rayvin Goodwin, 23 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 2000 block of N. Mar Vista Avenue for vehicle vandalism. 9:00 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 3000 block of N. Lake Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the window and tearing the screen.  Stolen:  unknown. Thursday, November 10th 9:15 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 100 block of E. Palm Street.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by prying the sliding door.  Stolen: silver iPad, black Asus tablet, and currency. 1:47 PM – Regina Harworth, 34 years old of San Gabriel was arrested in the 1800 block of Holliston Avenue for possession of a controlled substance. 2:55 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2200 block of Lake Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: currency. 3:00 PM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the area of Catalina Street and Woodbury Road.  Vehicle was recovered by Pasadena Police Department on 11/12/2016. 10:05 PM – Evony Brown, 33 years old of Pasadena was arrested in the area of El Sereno Avenue and Woodbury Road for possession of a controlled substance. Friday, November 11th 9:00 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2100 block of N. Altadena Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering a window.  Stolen:  unknown. 1:30 PM – A petty theft occurred in the 2500 block of E. Washington Boulevard.  Stolen: currency. 3:00 PM - A vehicle burglary occurred in the area of Altadena Drive and Roosevelt Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by shattering the window.  Stolen: blue Jansport backpack, silver iPad, and currency. 3:14 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1900 block of Glenview Terrace.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering a window.  Suspects described as (3) male blacks between 18 – 20 years old.  Stolen: passports, jewelry armoire, jewelry, gold watch, silver bullion, and global entry passports. 11:00 PM – A shooting at an inhabited dwelling occurred in the 2200 block of Glenrose Avenue.  No injuries.  Investigation is on-going. Saturday, November 12th 12:05 AM – A business burglary occurred in the 3000 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Suspect(s) attempted to enter the business by damaging the security gate and door handle. 12:45 AM – A shooting at an inhabited dwelling occurred in the 3000 block of Glenrose Avenue.  No injuries. Investigation is on-going. 10:20 PM – Branon Daniels, 53 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 700 block of Neldome Street for battery. 8:00 PM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 2200 block of Crary St.  Stolen:  pepper spray and handcuffs. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ALD 7 Crime Blotter for October 30th.

Wednesday November 9, 2016, 1:11 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Sunday, October 30th Unknown time – A grand theft from a vehicle occurred in the 2200 block of Crary Street.  Stolen: 2003 Honda Element catalytic converter. 3:30 PM – An assault with a deadly weapon occurred in the 1700 block of N. Altadena Drive.  Victim was walking on trail and was struck with a rock.  No further information available. 7:30 PM – A robbery occurred in the 4000 block of Chaney Trail.  Suspects described as (3) male Hispanics and (1) male Black.  No further information available at this time. Monday, October 31st 12:00 AM – A petty theft from a vehicle occurred in the 1500 block of Pepper Drive.  Stolen: 1998 Honda Accord catalytic converter. 12:00 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 4000 block of Chaney Trail Road. Suspect(s) entered the vehicle by punching the door lock.  Stolen:  unknown. 3:50 PM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 2700 block of Grandeur Avenue.  Stolen:  vehicle insurance card. 6:00 PM - A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 1500 block of Sinaloa Avenue.  Suspect(s) scratched the body of the vehicle. 9:15 PM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 400 block of E. Calaveras Street.  Suspect(s) shattered the vehicle window. 10:00 PM – A grand theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 2100 block of E. Altadena Drive.  Stolen: orange and gold work bag, black laptop and currency. 11:00 PM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 200 block of W. Laurel Drive.  Stolen:  vehicle manual, registration and cellphone holder. 11:30 PM – A robbery occurred in the area of Meadowbrook Road and Holliston Avenue.  Victim was approached by (2) male, Blacks who demanded the victim to empty his pockets. Fearing for his safety, the victim handed over his wallet and cellphone.  Suspect(s) were armed with a black semi-automatic handgun and an AK-47 style rifle.  Suspect(s) last seen westbound on Meadowbrook Road.   Tuesday, November 1st 3:00 AM – Fernando Estrada, 21 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Lake Avenue and Washington Boulevard for being under the influence of a controlled substance. 3:00 AM – A petty theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 700 block of Alameda Street.  Stolen:  archery equipment. 10:00 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the area of Garfias Drive and Valencia Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle via unknown means.  Stolen: red power inverter and black dash camera. 7:15 PM – A motorcycle was stolen from the 400 block of StonehurstDrive.  Motorcycle description: orange and black 2008 Harley-Davidson Road Glide. Wednesday, November 2nd 9:30 PM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the area of Garfias Drive and Valencia Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the vehicle via unknown means.  Stolen: currency. Thursday, November 3rd 5:50 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1900 block of Maiden Lane.  Suspect(s) entered the location via the bathroom window.  Stolen: jewelry and jewelry boxes. 7:00 AM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 2100 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Suspect(s) punctured the driver’s side tire. 9:00 AM – Two vehicles were reported stolen from the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Avenue.  Vehicles description:  white 2008 GMC Savana. 5:00 PM – A business burglary occurred in the 500 block of E. Mount Curve Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the business via unknown means.  Stolen: light fixture and light bulb. Saturday, November 5th 2:30 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2000 block of Santa Rosa Avenue.  Suspect(s) entered the location via the unsecured kitchen window.  Stolen: silver Macbook Pro. 4:30 PM – A petty theft occurred in the 600 block of E. Mariposa Street.  Stolen:  iPhone. 7:49 PM – Karen Diamond, 52 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 100 block of W. Mendocino Street for being under the influence of a controlled substance. For full details, view this message on the web.

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ADL 7 Crime Blotter for October 23rd.

Wednesday November 2, 2016, 8:20 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff's Station Crime Blotter   Sunday, October 23rd 2:00 AM – Pastor Villatoro, 24 years old of Pasadena was arrested in the 2100 block of Navarro Avenue for public intoxication. 4:00 AM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 100 block of E. Sacramento Street.  Suspect has been identified as the victim’s boyfriend. 6:40 AM – A robbery occurred in the 2000 block of Sinaloa Avenue.  An argument ensued between the victim and suspect regarding loud music.  As the victim attempted to take a picture of the suspect, the suspect grabbed the victim’s cellphone and fled the area.  Suspect has been identified as a neighbor. 1:42 PM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 300 block of W. Mendocino Street.  The vehicle was recovered by Pasadena Police Department later in the day. 7:45 PM – Henry Winter, 42 years old of Arcadia was arrested in the 1000 block of Morada Place for being under the influence of a controlled substance. Monday, October 24th 10:24 PM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 900 block of E. Woodbury Road.  Vehicle damage: shattered window. Tuesday, October 25th 8:15 AM – A vehicle burglary occurred in the 2100 block of N. Lincoln Avenue.  Suspect(s) shattered the rear driver’s side window.  Stolen:  unknown. 11:30 AM – A petty theft occurred in the 2000 block of N. Lake Avenue.  Stolen: brown cruise type bicycle. 6:14 PM – David Lucarello, 28 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Washington Boulevard and Allen Avenue for possession of a controlled substance. Friday, October 28th 7:50 AM – A residential burglary occurred in the1900 block of Homewood Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the location by shattering the window.  Stolen: jewelry. 11:00 PM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 2500 block of Fair Oaks Avenue.  Vehicle described as a gray 2014 Nissan Altima. Saturday, October 29th 8:10 PM – Michael Martinez, 28 years old of Altadena was arrested in the area of Olive Avenue and Figueroa Drive for being under the influence of a controlled substance. For full details, view this message on the web.

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