On August 30, 2007 at 5:10 p.m., a series of robberies began in the City of Whittier and continued in the City of Santa Fe Springs. A man dressed in a tan uniform, posing as a police officer, robbed a number of pedestrians.
The first incident occurred at Whittier Blvd. and Madison Ave. The suspect was driving a black four door compact car, when it stopped in front of the victim who was walking on the sidewalk. The suspect was described as a male Hispanic with black hair and brown eyes, approximately 5’-8” tall, and weighing 250 pounds. The suspect told the victim that he was a police officer and ordered the man to move against the wall. The suspect went through the victim's pockets and removed various items. After the suspect fled the location, the victim realized that he was missing $60 from his pocket.
The second incident occurred at the corner of Florence Ave. and Laurel Ave., and the third incident occurred at the corner of Florence Ave. and Carmenita St., both located in the city of Santa Fe Springs. The second and third robberies occurred minutes after the first robbery was reported to the Whittier Police Department. In these incidents, the suspect wore a tan uniform and a green windbreaker with the word "Sheriff" across the left breast. The suspect also displayed a star insignia resembling a badge. The suspect was met with some resistance by the victims in these two robberies and as a result, the suspect fled empty handed.
Two additional incidents occurred in the city of Artesia, which is in the jurisdiction of the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department.
A dark haired female was observed sitting in the passenger seat during the first incident and as a driver in the second incident.
Anyone with information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
Friday, August 31, 2007
Monday, August 27, 2007
19 Year-old Male Dies in Traffic Collision
On August 27, 2007, at 7:31 p.m., Whittier Police Department officers responded to a traffic collision near the intersection of Whittier Blvd. and Mar Vista St.. When the officers arrived, they found two occupants inside a silver, Nissan 350 z. The car was traveling westbound on Whitttier Blvd. and lost control before it entered the intersection. The car struck a curb, a light pole, and a vehicle that was stopped at the intersection. The car rolled over onto its roof before coming to a rest.
The 19 year-old male driver, a Whittier resident, was pronounced dead at the scene. The male passenger, who has not been identified, was transported to Los Angeles County USC Medical Center and is currently in stable condition.
Witnesses said, the vehicle may have been racing a Ford F-150 before it lost control. Anyone with information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562)945-8250.
The 19 year-old male driver, a Whittier resident, was pronounced dead at the scene. The male passenger, who has not been identified, was transported to Los Angeles County USC Medical Center and is currently in stable condition.
Witnesses said, the vehicle may have been racing a Ford F-150 before it lost control. Anyone with information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562)945-8250.
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Lotto Ticket Scam
On August 22, 2007 at 4:30 p.m., a 67 year old woman was approached by a man while shopping at TJ Maxx, located at 13530 Whittier Blvd. The man asked for directions from the woman however, she responded that she did not know where that address was located. As the woman spoke to the man, a second man approached them and said he knew how to get to the address. During the conversation both men convinced the woman into giving them a ride to the address. While in the car, the first man discussed that he had a winning lotto ticket worth $359,000. The man explained that he was unable to cash the winning ticket because he was an undocumented immigrant. The man asked the woman to cash the ticket on his behalf. The suspects talked the victim into withdrawing $16,000 from her bank account as “good faith” money. He told her he would later return the money to her, and give her an additional $15,000 for her help. After leaving the bank, one of the suspects asked if she would drive them to the store because he had an upset stomach and needed medicine. Once all three entered the store, the woman realized both men had left her sight. She then became suspicious and checked the envelope she was carrying. Upon opening the envelope she realized that the suspects had switched the envelopes. The woman was left with an envelope filled with newspaper.
The first suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 5’2’’, and weighing 170 pounds, with short black hair and a moustache. The suspect had blue or green eyes and spoke only Spanish. The second suspect is a Hispanic male, 5’7”, and weighing 150 lbs.
If you have any information in regards to this crime we ask that you contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
The first suspect is described as a Hispanic male, 5’2’’, and weighing 170 pounds, with short black hair and a moustache. The suspect had blue or green eyes and spoke only Spanish. The second suspect is a Hispanic male, 5’7”, and weighing 150 lbs.
If you have any information in regards to this crime we ask that you contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Jewelry Store Robbery
On August 21, 2007 at 1:10 p.m., two armed men entered Murray Brown Jewelry store located at 15334 Whittier Blvd., and proceeded to rob the store owner and a costumer of jewelry and money.
Prior to the robbery, a female suspect had entered the store and held the front door open allowing the two masked men to enter the business without having to be buzzed in by the store owner. The female suspect ran out of the business as the two men entered the store. Once the suspects were inside they displayed handguns and ordered the store owner to the back of the store. The suspects used the store owner’s keys to remove the merchandise from the display counters. The total amount of money and jewelry taken at this time has not been determined.
The two suspects are described as male African Americans approximately five eleven to six feet tall with slim build. Both suspects appeared to be in their late twenties or early thirties and wore white shirts and dark blue jeans. The female suspect is described as African American approximately five feet five inches tall with a slim build. All suspects were last seen leaving southbound on Scott Ave. in a black Chevrolet HHR.
Prior to the robbery, a female suspect had entered the store and held the front door open allowing the two masked men to enter the business without having to be buzzed in by the store owner. The female suspect ran out of the business as the two men entered the store. Once the suspects were inside they displayed handguns and ordered the store owner to the back of the store. The suspects used the store owner’s keys to remove the merchandise from the display counters. The total amount of money and jewelry taken at this time has not been determined.
The two suspects are described as male African Americans approximately five eleven to six feet tall with slim build. Both suspects appeared to be in their late twenties or early thirties and wore white shirts and dark blue jeans. The female suspect is described as African American approximately five feet five inches tall with a slim build. All suspects were last seen leaving southbound on Scott Ave. in a black Chevrolet HHR.
Sunday, August 19, 2007
Whittier Juvenile Killed in Traffic Collision
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
Date: Sunday, August 19, 2007
Contact: Jason Zuhlke, Press Information Officer
Location: 9042 Painter Avenue at Oval Drive
Whittier, CA – The Whittier Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred in the vicinity of 9042 Painter Avenue. At 12:30pm, on the above date, Whittier PD’s dispatch center began receiving multiple 911 calls of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on Painter Avenue just north of Oval Drive. Arriving soon thereafter, Whittier Police Officer’s, along with paramedics from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, observed a small boy, 12 years of age, laying in the roadway.
Prior to this tragic accident, the victim had been walking northbound on Painter Avenue, along the East side of the road. It is unknown what the victim’s destination was, but for no apparent reason, the juvenile “ran” into the roadway in a westbound direction. Darting across the number two lane, he quickly entered the number one lane into the path of a Ford SUV traveling north. While the driver of the vehicle slammed on the brakes and swerved the SUV, he inevitably struck the victim. The investigators at the scene ruled out any impairment on behalf of the driver.
Arriving on scene, police and fire personnel began administering first aid to the victim who was immediately transported to Whittier Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Tragically, at 1:05pm, the victim was pronounced dead. With a deep sense of bereavement, the Whittier Police Department would like to encourage all parents to speak to their children about the importance of pedestrian safety. Furthermore, resources are available free of charge in the Whittier Police Department lobby.
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Date: Sunday, August 19, 2007
Contact: Jason Zuhlke, Press Information Officer
Location: 9042 Painter Avenue at Oval Drive
Whittier, CA – The Whittier Police Department is investigating a fatal traffic collision that occurred in the vicinity of 9042 Painter Avenue. At 12:30pm, on the above date, Whittier PD’s dispatch center began receiving multiple 911 calls of a pedestrian struck by a vehicle on Painter Avenue just north of Oval Drive. Arriving soon thereafter, Whittier Police Officer’s, along with paramedics from the Los Angeles County Fire Department, observed a small boy, 12 years of age, laying in the roadway.
Prior to this tragic accident, the victim had been walking northbound on Painter Avenue, along the East side of the road. It is unknown what the victim’s destination was, but for no apparent reason, the juvenile “ran” into the roadway in a westbound direction. Darting across the number two lane, he quickly entered the number one lane into the path of a Ford SUV traveling north. While the driver of the vehicle slammed on the brakes and swerved the SUV, he inevitably struck the victim. The investigators at the scene ruled out any impairment on behalf of the driver.
Arriving on scene, police and fire personnel began administering first aid to the victim who was immediately transported to Whittier Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital. Tragically, at 1:05pm, the victim was pronounced dead. With a deep sense of bereavement, the Whittier Police Department would like to encourage all parents to speak to their children about the importance of pedestrian safety. Furthermore, resources are available free of charge in the Whittier Police Department lobby.
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Wednesday, August 01, 2007
Attempt Kidnapping of 17 Year-Old Girl
Whittier - On Tuesday, July 31, 2007, at 7:30 a.m., officers responded to a call of an attempted kidnapping in the area of 6300 Whittier Ave. The 17 year-old girl was walking out of her apartment when she saw a man standing near by. As she walked away from her home, she was grabbed by the waist from behind and dragged several feet. She began to scream and family members and neighbors came to her aid. The suspect let go of the girl and ran northbound on Whittier Ave. A family member and neighbors gave chase in an attempt to apprehend the suspect, but the suspect was lost in the area of Hadley St. and Whittier Blvd.
The suspect is described as a male 18 to 25 years-old, with short red hair and a medium built. The suspect wore a red shirt with tan pants.
Anyone with any information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
The suspect is described as a male 18 to 25 years-old, with short red hair and a medium built. The suspect wore a red shirt with tan pants.
Anyone with any information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
Whittier - On Tuesday, July 31, 2007, at 3:05 p.m., officers responded to a call of a traffic collision in the area of Whittier Blvd. and Penn Street. The victim’s vehicle was traveling west bound on Whittier Blvd. when it was side swiped by the suspect’s vehicle. Upon impact the victim’s sports utility vehicle veered into the opposite lanes of traffic, causing it to spin out of control and flip onto its driver side. The vehicle came to rest along the south curb of Whittier Blvd.
The male driver was partially ejected and the female passenger remained in the car. The Los Angeles County Fire Department used a hydraulic system to remove the pinned driver from underneath the vehicle. The male and female victims were air lifted to the Los Angeles County USC Medical Center and are currently in stable condition.
The suspect is described as a fair skin man, driving a grey sport utility vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle may have sustained damage to the front or driver side.
Anyone with any information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
The male driver was partially ejected and the female passenger remained in the car. The Los Angeles County Fire Department used a hydraulic system to remove the pinned driver from underneath the vehicle. The male and female victims were air lifted to the Los Angeles County USC Medical Center and are currently in stable condition.
The suspect is described as a fair skin man, driving a grey sport utility vehicle. The suspect’s vehicle may have sustained damage to the front or driver side.
Anyone with any information should contact the Whittier Police Department at (562) 945-8250.
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