Advisory: Drive Baked, Get Booked! DUI doesn’t just mean alcohol, "driving while high" also means DUI. #DUIDoesntJustMeanBOOZE

Saturday December 30, 2017, 3:08 PM LASD - Los Angeles County Sheriffs Dept Information Bureau (SIB)

Advisory: Drive Baked, Get Booked! DUI doesn’t just mean alcohol, "driving while high" also means DUI. #DUIDoesntJustMeanBOOZE   With the New Year arriving and new cannabis laws set to begin on January 1, 2018, the Los Angeles County Sheriff Department will like to remind everyone driving under the influence of marijuana is a crime and will bring the same result as driving under the influence of alcohol. In addition to marijuana, a driver could be subject to a DUI arrest if they are under the influence of prescription medications like sleep aids, tranquilizers, barbiturates, opiates and other painkillers anti-depressants, and even over-the-counter allergy or cough medications.  Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspensions and other expenses that can exceed $10,000 not to mention the embarrassment when friends and family find out. Remember, #DriveBakedGetBooked. If you are interested in learning more about marijuana possession, below is some information regarding the Marijuana Law provided by Los Angeles County, and the State of California. PARENTS AND TEENS The passage of Proposition 64 has made cannabis a common discussion topic. Parents and teens should inform themselves about new laws concerning cannabis. In particular, it remains illegal for anyone under 21 years of age to consume or possess cannabis except in limited cases in which a doctor has recommended the use of medical cannabis.  The amount of information on the internet can be overwhelming. As a starting point, the Office of Cannabis Management has compiled the following short list of resources for parents and teens. (http://cannabis.lacounty.gov/for-parents-and-teens/) CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/DO/letstalkcannabis/Pages/legal.aspx) What's Legal for Adult Use? •        Under California law, adults 21 or older can use, carry, and grow cannabis (marijuana, weed, pot). •        Buying cannabis (without a current physician’s recommendation or a State-issued medical marijuana identification card) will become legal for adults 21 or older January 1, 2018. •        Use of medicinal cannabis is legal if you have a current physician’s recommendation or a valid State-issued medical marijuana identification card. •        To buy medicinal cannabis, you must have a current physician’s recommendation, a valid State-issued medical marijuana identification card, or be a Primary Caregiver as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 11362.7(d). •        You can consume cannabis on private property but you cannot consume, smoke, eat, or vape cannabis in public places.  Property owners and landlords may ban the use and possession of cannabis on their properties. •        Even though it is legal under California law, you cannot consume or possess cannabis on federal lands like national parks, even if the park is in California. •        It is illegal to take your cannabis across state lines, even if you are traveling to another state where cannabis is legal. The new law, known as the Medicinal and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act, includes information about where you can use cannabis, how much you can possess, and the penalties for illegal use. Check out the resources below to find out more. LA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH (http://publichealth.lacounty.gov/sapc/Prop64/Proposition64.htm) With the passage of Proposition 64, California legalized the responsible adult use of marijuana.  Please see the following for more information on marijuana use and on the efforts of Department of Public Health to promote the health and safety of our communities. Prop. 64 Rules on Personal Use and Cultivation As of Nov. 9th any adult 21 years or older may: •        Possess, transport, obtain or give away to other adults 21 or older up to one ounce of marijuana or 8 grams of concentrated marijuana. •        Cultivate up to six plants per residence and possess the marijuana produced by these plants.  All plants and harvest in excess of one ounce must be kept in a locked space not in public view at one’s residence.  Local governments may still forbid cultivation outdoors, but will allow it inside a private residence or accessory structure that is "fully enclosed and secure." You may NOT: •        Consume marijuana in any public place. •        Smoke or vaporize marijuana in any non-smoking area or within 1,000 feet of a school, daycare or youth center while children are present, except privately at a residence. •        Consume marijuana or possess an “open container” of marijuana while driving or riding as a passenger in any motor vehicle, boat, or airplane. •        Possess or use marijuana on the grounds of a school, daycare or youth center. •        Manufacture concentrated cannabis with a volatile solvent (except for state-licensed manufacturers). Furthermore, •        Owners may forbid the possession or use of marijuana on their property subject to normal tenant law for renters. •        Employers may prohibit the use of marijuana by their employees. •        Commercial marijuana cultivation, manufacturing or sales operations require a license from the State Bureau of Medical Cannabis Regulation, which will begin accepting applications January 1, 2018. Minors Minors under 21 may not possess, use, transport, or cultivate non-medical marijuana. Minors under 18 are subject to drug counseling or community service. Prior offenders If you have been convicted for a marijuana felony or other offense that has been downgraded by Prop 64, you may petition the court to have your record changed to what it would be if Prop 64 had been in effect. Medical Marijuana Medical marijuana will continue to be available for persons with valid doctor’s recommendations.  Approved medical marijuana identification cards will be issued by the State. As there are currently no adequate clinical standards and prescription guidelines for medical marijuana use, it is necessary to be mindful of the quantity and quality of marijuana you decide to use. Responsible adult use While marijuana may be used responsibly, it is also a psychoactive drug that can have short and long-term consequences.  How it affects your body and your health can vary widely depending on a number of individual and psycho-social-biological factors, including your age, and preexisting physical and mental health conditions. Furthermore, until we can implement adequate safety, quality standards, and monitoring, you cannot be sure that the marijuana you buy is free of mold, pesticides, or other toxic chemicals.  While further research and regulations for marijuana are being developed, if you intend to consume marijuana be sure to practice with caution and care. Please Note: Cannabis remains classified as a Schedule I drug under the federal Controlled Substances Act, and its purchase, possession, distribution, or use within California may be unlawful under federal law. While it is our intention to provide current information, this fact sheet is not for the purpose of providing legal advice and can become outdated. Contact your attorney if you have questions about cannabis, what is (or is not) legal under state or federal law or need legal advice. Forwarded by: Bob Boese, Sergeant Sheriff’s Information Bureau – Newsroom Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Hall of Justice - First floor 211 W. 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Or, to receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777. Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan. "If You See Something, Say Something" LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org. Jim McDonnell, Sheriff Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department For full details, view this message on the web.

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#LASD Reminds You DON'T SHOOT! Shooting a Gun into the Air is a Felony. Please, Celebrate New Year’s Eve Safely

Friday December 29, 2017, 4:37 PM LASD - Los Angeles County Sheriffs Dept Information Bureau (SIB)

Advisory: #LASD Reminds You DON'T SHOOT! Shooting a Gun into the Air is a Felony. Please, Celebrate New Year’s Eve Safely   Each return of New Year's Eve brings the opportunity to symbolically say good bye to old habits and outmoded things, and begin a new chapter in one’s life with fresh ideas and a brighter outlook. Unfortunately and all too often, the celebration of brooming-out the old and welcoming-in the new is disrupted by indiscriminate gunfire into the air.  The adage of "what goes up, must come down" rings especially true in this case, and with the acceleration of gravity, physics determine free-falling objects speed up as they return to earth.  The danger of injuring someone with firing even a single round into the air is a lethal prospect.  Each year, tragic reports nationwide tell of unsuspecting victims being struck and tragically injured by falling bullets caused by celebratory gunfire. Despite public warnings and common sense, many people across Los Angeles disregard advisements and basic firearm safety, and discharge firearms into the air to celebrate the arrival of the new year. Last year, as we all rang in 2017, deputies responded to 117 “Illegal shooting” calls for service throughout Los Angeles County, neighboring contract cities and unincorporated communities.  Of these calls, one male adult was struck by a descending bullet, causing a laceration to the back of his head as he stood in his front yard. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department wants all to know shooting into the air is not only irresponsible, but a felony-level crime.  Willfully discharging a firearm in a grossly negligent manner which could result in injury or death to a person is a violation of section 246.3(a) of the California Penal Code. If you see someone discharge a firearm in public or into the air, take immediate shelter and call 9-1-1.  Do not attempt to confront the shooter. So, enjoy all the fun of New Year’s Eve offerings safely, but allow others the same opportunity to celebrate, as well:  Don’t shoot. Forwarded by: Juanita Navarro-Suarez, Deputy Sheriff's Information Bureau - Newsroom Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department 211 West Temple Street, Los Angeles California 90012 213-229-1700 Website LASD HQ: http://www.lasd.org Recruitment LASD: http://www.careers.lasd.org Follow LASD HQ via Text and Email: http://www.Nixle.com https://nixle.com/lasd---los-angeles-county-sheriffs-dept-information-bureau-sib/ Twitter: @LASDHQ http://twitter.com/LASDHQ Twitter: @LASDtalk https://twitter.com/LASDTalk Twitter: @LASDvideos https://twitter.com/LASDvideos Twitter: @LASDespanol https://twitter.com/LASDespanol Facebook LASD HQ http://www.facebook.com/LosAngelesCountySheriffsDepartment Instagram LASD Photos: http://instagram.com/LASDHQ Pinterest LASD Photos : http://pinterest.com/lacountysheriff/ YouTube LASD Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/LACountySheriff/videos?view=0 SNAP LA County: Specific Needs Disaster Voluntary Registryhttp://snap.lacounty.gov/ Alert LA County: Telephone emergency mass notification system http://www.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/alertla Text & Email, Register for LASD Nixle messages: To receive more detailed, up-to-date information via E-MAIL and/or TEXT directly from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), sign up for "Nixle" alerts at http://www.Nixle.com and register for "LASD – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept Information Bureau (SIB)" AND your local LASD station area. Or, to receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777. Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan. "If You See Something, Say Something" LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station. Or if you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org. Jim McDonnell, Sheriff Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department   For full details, view this message on the web.

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Sheriff McDonnell Announces Significant Decreases in Crime Rates Across Communities Served by the LASD

Friday December 29, 2017, 3:41 PM LASD - Los Angeles County Sheriffs Dept Information Bureau (SIB)

Advisory: Sheriff McDonnell Announces Significant Decreases in Crime Rates Across Communities Served by the LASD Dear Deputy Robert Boese III, Sheriff McDonnell Announces Significant Decreases in Crime Rates Across Communities Served by the LASD In a continuing effort to provide transparency to the public, Sheriff Jim McDonnell stood beside his leadership team to present preliminary details of Part I and Part II crime statistics for 2017 and to highlight the decrease in crime from the previous year. As a result of hard work and dedication to the residents and business partners in the communities that we serve, early numbers of Part I and Part II crime statistics demonstrate that the County saw a significant decrease. Between January 1, 2017 and December 26, 2017, Part I offenses, which include criminal homicide, forcible rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, larceny theft, grand theft auto, and arson, preliminary data showed an overall -4.6% change with 73,431 incidents. This compares to 77,007 reported Part I incidents for the same period last year. “Today, I’m pleased to report significant decreases in crime rates across L.A. County,” said Sheriff McDonnell, in reference to the compelling Part I crime drop.  “This represents nearly 3,600 fewer violent crimes or property crimes committed this year.” Year-to-date Department statistics for 2017 reflect an significant 20% decrease in homicides and 27% decrease in gang-related homicides, compared to 2016. Sheriff McDonnell believes this to be attributed to the Central Patrol Division’s 35% reduction in homicides between 2016 and 2017.  Century, Compton and East Los Angeles Stations had the most significant decreases, with 45%, 44% and 53%, respectively, in homicides between 2016 and 2017. Decreases were also demonstrated in Part II crimes, which include forgery, fraud and non-sufficient funds checks, felony and misdemeanor sex, non-aggravated assault, weapons, offenses against family, narcotics, liquor/tobacco, drunk-alcohol/drugs, disorderly conduct, vagrancy/quality of life, gambling, drunk driving-vehicle/boat, vehicle/boating, vandalism, warrants, receiving stolen property, federal offenses with and without money, and felony and misdemeanor miscellaneous offenses. Early data indicates that between January 1, 2017 and December 26, 2017, there were 100,899 Part II offenses, demonstrating a -2.6% drop from the 103,563 offenses calculated between the same period in 2016. The meaningfulness of concentrated attention and strategies implemented by the Department’s Human Trafficking Bureau personnel, directed at impacting illegal, commercial sex was presented in a significant change to the number of felony sex offense statistics. “Because of their dedicated efforts,” stated Sheriff McDonnell, “521 arrests were made, and 50 children and 26 adult victims were rescued.” Activity from the Human Trafficking Bureau generated 340 reports in 2017, as compared to 92 reports in 2016, which was a 270% increase, referring to the aggressive efforts made to protect victims and the greater willingness of victims to seek help. An uptick of numbers seen throughout the Department in the category of vagrancy was also noted, with an approximate 196% increase in offenses calculated between 2016 and 2017.    The increase from 330 to 978 may be attributed to efforts and contacts made by the Community Partnerships Bureau Homeless Outreach Services Team.  Their outreach to the homeless population and continued efforts to assist connects them with housing and healthcare through the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, housing healthcare and many other social services available to those experiencing homelessness.  Community Partnerships Bureau Homeless Outreach Services Team personnel partner with station personnel to conduct outreach missions in their local areas, and are committed to ensuring our homeless population they matter and are protected. These are a few examples of statistical peaks and valleys, both directly and positively related to the attention of hardworking and dedicated members of the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department. Please see attachments for graphics depicting additional statistics. To view the entire press conference, please click on the following link (if you are unable to click on the link, copy and paste the link onto your browser): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3cmV8Uuy7jM Prepared by: Deputy Lillian Peck Sheriff’s Information Bureau 211 West Temple Street, Los Angeles, CA  90012 213-229-1850 Website LASD HQ: http://www.lasd.org Recruitment LASD: http://www.careers.lasd.org Follow LASD HQ via text and email: http://www.Nixle.com https://nixle.com/lasd---los-angeles-county-sheriffs-dept-information-bureau-sib/ Twitter:  @LASDHQ http://twitter.com/LASDHQ Twitter:  @LASDtalk https://twitter.com/LASDTalk Twitter:  @LASDvideos https://twitter.com/LASDvideos Twitter:  @LASDespanol https://twitter.com/LASDespanol Facebook LASD HQ:  http://www.facebook.com/LosAngelesCountySheriffsDepartment Instagram LASD Photos:  http://instagram.com/LASDHQ Pinterest LASD Photos:  http://pinterest.com/lacountysheriff/ YouTube LASD Videos:  http://www.youtube.com/user/LACountySheriff/videos?view=0 SNAP LA County:  Specific Needs Disaster Voluntary Registryhttp://snap.lacounty.gov/ Alert LA County:  Telephone emergency mass notification system http://www.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/alertla Text and email, register for LASD Nixle messages:  To receive more detailed, up-to-date information via E-MAIL and/or TEXT directly from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), sign up for "Nixle" alerts at http://www.Nixle.com and register for "LASD – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept Information Bureau (SIB)" AND your local LASD station area.  To receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777.  Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan. "If You See Something, Say Something" L.A. Crime Stoppers:  Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station.  If you prefer to remain anonymous, you may call “L.A. Crime Stoppers” at 800-222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 MOBILE APP” on Google play or the App Store, or use the website http://lacrimestoppers.org. Jim McDonnell, Sheriff Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department For full details, view this message on the web.

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DUI Deputies Are Out in Force this New Year's Weekend, Los Angeles County

Wednesday December 27, 2017, 12:55 PM LASD - Los Angeles County Sheriffs Dept Information Bureau (SIB)

Advisory: Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department DUI Deputies Are Out in Force this New Year's Weekend, Los Angeles County   Los Angeles County, CA – While alcohol-impaired driving remains the most serious problem on our roadways, the percentage of drivers in fatal crashes with other impairing substances in their system keeps rising.  Faced with more instances of DUID – Driving Under the Influence of Drugs – state and local officials are reiterating the message that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.” The message takes on increased importance with the state set to begin licensing commercial nonmedical marijuana sales on January 1, 2018, under provisions of Proposition 64, the Adult Use of Marijuana Act. The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department DUI Enforcement Team will be deploying this holiday weekend to stop and arrest alcohol and drug-impaired drivers.  DUI Saturation Patrols and a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint will deploy during the weekend between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m. in areas with high frequencies of DUI collisions and/or arrests.  These extra deputies on the road, along with routine patrols, are aimed to drastically reduce impaired driving on our community’s roadways. “It has taken more than 35 years to convince the vast majority of the public that driving under the influence of alcohol is dangerous, illegal and socially unacceptable,” said Rhonda Craft, Director of the Office of Traffic Safety. “With more dying on our roadways every day, we can’t afford to take that long when it comes to driving under the influence of prescription medications, marijuana, illicit drugs and even some over-the-counter medications.” In the ten years from 2005-2015, the percentage of drivers in fatal crashes with an impairing drug other than alcohol in their system has risen from 26.2 percent to 42.6 percent.  As far back as 2012, a roadside survey in California showed more drivers tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent).  Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol. In addition to marijuana, a driver could be subject to a DUI arrest if they are under the influence of prescription medications like sleep aids, tranquilizers, barbiturates, opiates and other pain killers, anti-depressants, and even over-the-counter allergy or cough medications. In the face of more drug-impaired drivers on the road, Police, Sheriff and CHP are training more officers in Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) and Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE). The advanced training augments the Standardized Field Sobriety Test to help identify what substances other than alcohol a driver may be impaired by and how seriously they are impaired. During December, the Office of Traffic Safety ran public awareness announcements concerning prescription medication DUI.  Starting December 27 and running through much of January, the emphasis of the “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze” campaign switches to one that points out that no matter your age or circumstance, and no matter your reasons for consuming marijuana, you should never drive while high.  OTS has posted this PSA on social media with the hopes that it can reach every Californian with the safety message that marijuana impaired driving will end in an arrest - Plan your sober ride home before the party begins this holiday weekend. Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone.  The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more.  The app has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb.  Funding for this DUI operation is provided to Your Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to ‘Report Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1’ “DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Joint 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jaaz4LH3hfs “DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Prescription 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiFnPN6ZjsQ “DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Joint (Spanish) 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiFnPN6ZjsQ “DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Prescription (Spanish) 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jzqtVLU_R0 “One Sober Moment” 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-BjprUV4Yk “One Sober Moment” 15 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl8dUck4lDc This one is about drunk driving and distracted driving: “It’s Not Worth It” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNnat1RQoBA AS A DRIVER, PLAN AHEAD WITH THESE TIPS: Arrange rides home for your friends, family, co-workers and yourself before the drinking begins Identify and provide free non-alcoholic drinks or other promotional items to the Designated Driver Party hosts and servers must limit drinks to your guests or patrons. Don’t serve more than one or two over several hours. Cut back on the amount of drinks you plan to bring to the party – and provide plenty of food. MEDIA NOTES: To schedule an interview regarding the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Traffic Safety Operations, please contact Sergeant Robert L. Hill at 323-890-5400 or via email at RLHill@lasd.org.   Written By: Sergeant Robert L. Hill Traffic Services Detail Risk Management Bureau Professional Standards Division Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department www.lasd.org   Forwarded by: Sheriff’s Information Bureau – Newsroom Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Hall of Justice - First floor  211 W. Temple St, Los Angeles, CA 90012 213-229-1700 Website LASD HQ: http://www.lasd.org Recruitment LASD: http://www.careers.lasd.org Follow LASD HQ via Text and Email: http://www.Nixle.com https://nixle.com/lasd---los-angeles-county-sheriffs-dept-information-bureau-sib/  Twitter: @LASDHQ http://twitter.com/LASDHQ Twitter: @LASDtalk https://twitter.com/LASDTalk Twitter: @LASDvideos https://twitter.com/LASDvideos Twitter: @LASDespanol https://twitter.com/LASDespanol Facebook LASD HQ http://www.facebook.com/LosAngelesCountySheriffsDepartment Instagram LASD Photos: http://instagram.com/LASDHQ Pinterest LASD Photos : http://pinterest.com/lacountysheriff/ YouTube LASD Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/LACountySheriff/videos?view=0 SNAP LA County: Specific Needs Disaster Voluntary Registryhttp://snap.lacounty.gov/ Alert LA County: Telephone emergency mass notification system http://www.lacounty.gov/wps/portal/alertla Text & Email, Register for LASD Nixle messages: To receive more detailed, up-to-date information via E-MAIL and/or TEXT directly from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), sign up for "Nixle" alerts at http://www.Nixle.com and register for "LASD – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Dept Information Bureau (SIB)" AND your local LASD station area. Or, to receive URGENT TEXT ALERTS ONLY, text your zip code to 888777. Standard text messaging rates may apply depending on your calling plan. "If You See Something, Say Something" LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station. Or if you wish to remain Anonymous, call “LA Crime Stoppers” by dialing 800-222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” mobile app for FREE or “P3 Mobile” for the hearing impaired, or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org Jim McDonnell, Sheriff Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department   For full details, view this message on the web.

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Remembering Deputy David Larimer on Christmas Eve

Sunday December 24, 2017, 5:39 PM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Remembering Deputy David Larimer on Christmas Eve   Remembering Deputy David Larimer on Christmas Eve David Larimer was the first Los Angeles County Sheriff's deputy assigned to Altadena to lose his life in the line of duty. It happened on a dark Christmas Eve in 1941, shortly after blackouts were ordered in the wake of the Pearl Harbor bombing. Retired Lieutenant John Stanley, historian for the Altadena Sheriff's Station, wrote an account of the accident that took the life of Deputy Sheriff David Stout Larimer's 70 years ago, and the annual tradition at the station that honors his memory. Larimer and his partner Benjamin Davis were patrolling Colorado Blvd. just west of Rosemead Blvd. after dark that Christmas Eve when they saw a woman trying to cross the street at Lotus Ave. Larimer usually wasn't on patrol. Accident investigation was one of his primary responsibilities, and he and Davis were the chief investigators for Altadena traffic collisions at the time. Because of the blackout and inclement weather, this was a challenge for the woman, identified as Mrs. John Girvan. (This area is now patrolled by Temple Station.) Larimer got out of the squad car to assist her and light the way with his flashlight, when a car sped through the intersection. Stanley writes, "Unfortunately, the blacked out streets and poor weather were not the only thing inhibiting the driving ability of Frank Usrey, 41, of East Pasadena. He also had imbibed a little extra holiday cheer before getting behind the wheel." Realizing what was about to happen, Larimer pushed Girvan to safety, but he was struck and tossed at least 21 feet. He died instantly. He was 65 years old. Usrey was later acquitted of charges of drunk driving and negligent homicide. Stanley notes that Larimer was one of eight people who lost their lives in traffic collisions on Christmas Eve 1941, and writes, "There seems little doubt that the blackout was at least partly responsible." It's possible the jury considered the weather and blackout as mitigating factors, he opines. David Larimer was buried at Mountain View Cemetery in Altadena on Dec. 29, 1941. Sheriff Eugene Biscailuz and Undersheriff Arthur Jewell, both longtime friends of Larimer, attended the funeral. Larimer served the Sheriff's Department for 24 years, beginning in 1910. His career was not without incident. He took hiatus for seven years, from 1924 to 1931, after being indicted and cleared of eight counts of embezzlement and one count of forgery, alleging that he pocketed money when escorting felons to San Quentin and Folsom prisons. It was found that the money was used appropriately, and charges were dismissed, but his reputation as damaged. He rejoined the department in 1931. Honors for his death in the line of duty were delayed until his grandson, David Burwell, a reserve deputy sheriff in Yavapai County, Arizona, shared the story with the Sheriff of the department. The Sheriff checked to see if Larimer had been honored, and finding he hadn't, he encouraged Burwell to contact the LASD. In 1996, Larimer was added to the county and national memorials. A request for state honors was omitted at the time, but in 2009, Larimer's name was added to the state rolls as well. Recently, Burwell gave us his endorsement to add a Sheriff's star to his grandfather's headstone. Deputies at Altadena station began a tradition in 2008 to honor Larimer. Every Christmas Eve, they wear Class A shirts with ties. "We do so not just because of what he sacrificed on our behalf, but also because of the life he led and the example he set for us to follow," Stanley writes. For full details, view this message on the web.

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Altadena Sheriff’s Station Weekly Crime Blotter

Thursday December 14, 2017, 9:21 AM LASD - Altadena Station, Los Angeles County Sheriff Jim McDonnell, Sheriff

Community: Altadena Sheriff’s Station Weekly Crime Blotter   Sunday, December 3rd 3:00 AM – A theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 300 block of E. Palm Street.  Stolen: San Diego Chargers blue jersey, blue Michael Jordan shoes, and blue/tan Michael Jordan shoes. 6:40 AM – Crawford Torbjorn, 30 years old of Altadena was arrested in the 2700 block of Callecita Drive for battery.   5:00 PM – A theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 1900 block of Pepper Drive.  Stolen: blue/black Datrek golf bag and clubs, Garmin GPS, and a laser range finder. 7:00 PM – A vehicle vandalism occurred in the 1500 block of E. Atchison Street.  Damage: driver’s side rear view mirror and driver’s side door. Monday, December 4th 5:05 PM – Maria Munoz, 60 years old of Pasadena was arrested in the 700 block of E. Altadena Drive for shoplifting. Tuesday, December 5th 1:30 AM – A package theft occurred in the 3500 block of GlenroseAvenue.  Stolen: Amazon package containing light bulbs, toy drone and accessories. 11:00 AM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 300 block of W. Harriet Street.  Vehicle described as a black 2008 Nissan Sentra. 11:45 AM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 1700 block of N. Allen Avenue.  Vehicle described as a white 2000 Chevrolet Astro Van.  Vehicle was recovered by Pasadena PD on 12/5/2017 at 3:00 pm. 12:30 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 1400 block of La Solana Drive.  Suspect(s) entered the residence by shattering the glass door.  Stolen:  jewelry box, rustic Jade necklace, and leather necklace with pearls. Wednesday, December 6th 3:18 PM – A residential burglary occurred in the 2900 block of Zane Grey Terrace.  Suspect entered the residence by shattering the glass door.  Stolen: unknown. Thursday, December 7th 4:32 PM – A package theft occurred in the 1900 block of N. Hill Avenue.  Stolen:  Amazon package containing Lysol canisters. Friday, December 8th 7:50 AM – A vehicle was reported stolen from the 1200 block of Sonoma Drive.  Vehicle described as a beige 2011 Jaguar XJL.  Vehicle was recovered by LASD Altadena on 12/9/2017. 1:20 PM – A theft from a business occurred in the 2200 block of Lincoln Avenue.  Stolen:  black Samsung Galaxy Note 8. 10:00 PM – A theft from an unlocked vehicle occurred in the 200 block of Jaxine Drive.  Stolen:  vehicle registration and black backpack. For full details, view this message on the web.

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