Santa Fe Springs, CA – On March 30, 2010 at about 2:40am, Whittier PD Officers patrolling Santa Fe Springs, received a call regarding three suspects in a bobtail truck trying to steal pallets from the Wal-Mart located at 13310 Telegraph Road. When officers arrived on scene they contact the witness, a Wal-Mart employee, who tells officers he observed the suspects loading bundles of cardboard onto their bobtail truck.
The employee interrupts the theft and one suspect flees on foot, while the remaining two get into the truck and attempt to escape. The employee reaches into the truck and removes the key from the ignition, and both suspects physically assault him. After a struggle for the ignition key, the suspects were able to flee, however they were eventually detained by officers a short distance away. All three suspects were taken into custody for robbery.
Arrested were:
Carlos Nakato – (09-16-70) Whittier
Abel Villa – (10-02-75) Whittier
Alejandro Ramirez - (4-11-70) Whittier
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Burglary Suspect In Custody
Santa Fe Springs, CA – On March 30, 2010 at approximately 1:30am, A Whittier PD Officer patrolling the residential area in the 11200 block of Dunning St., observed a male juvenile closing the door of a pick-up truck, leaving it ajar with the interior light still illuminated. The subject quickly walks away from the truck and the officer lost sight of him. A short time later the subject was located in a yard hiding from officers and flees on foot. After scaling several walls, the subject was detained pending further investigation. Officers contact the owner of the truck who indicates his vehicle was locked and secured and confirmed he was a victim of auto burglary. The suspect was taken into custody for burglary and resisting arrest.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Eight Car Traffic Collision Leaves Two Hospitalized
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
Date: March 19, 2010
Contact: Press Information Officer Corporal Jason Zuhlke
Subject: Eight Car Traffic Collision Leaves Two Hospitalized
Whittier, CA. – A major traffic collision in the intersection of Colima Road and Mar Vista Street involving seven cars and one semi-truck has left two people hospitalized. The collision occurred at 5:45pm as a white semi-truck traveled southbound on Colima Road, in the number two lane, approaching Mar Vista Street. At the time of the collision, other cars were stopped at a red light waiting to resume travel southbound on Colima Road. As the truck approached at an unknown speed, it collided with the rear of a silver Toyota which, in turn, collided with a stopped blue Honda van. Both cars were then pushed into the intersection colliding with turning traffic. The semi-truck and other cars involved in the collision continued traveling southbound into oncoming (stopped) traffic and came to a rest in the northbound lanes of Colima Road, south of the intersection.
Eight vehicles were involved in the collision and received various amounts of damage. The driver of the silver Toyota, a Hacienda Heights resident in his 50’s, was extracted from his vehicle by firefighters from the Los Angeles County Fire Department and air-lifted to Los Angeles County Hospital where he remains in critical condition. The driver of the blue Honda van was also transported to Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital where she remains in stable condition after receiving moderate injuries as a result of the accident.
At this time the Whittier Police Department’s Traffic Division is investigating the collision.
Additional inquiries may be directed to PIO J. Zuhlke at (562) 945-8250.
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Date: March 19, 2010
Contact: Press Information Officer Corporal Jason Zuhlke
Subject: Eight Car Traffic Collision Leaves Two Hospitalized
Whittier, CA. – A major traffic collision in the intersection of Colima Road and Mar Vista Street involving seven cars and one semi-truck has left two people hospitalized. The collision occurred at 5:45pm as a white semi-truck traveled southbound on Colima Road, in the number two lane, approaching Mar Vista Street. At the time of the collision, other cars were stopped at a red light waiting to resume travel southbound on Colima Road. As the truck approached at an unknown speed, it collided with the rear of a silver Toyota which, in turn, collided with a stopped blue Honda van. Both cars were then pushed into the intersection colliding with turning traffic. The semi-truck and other cars involved in the collision continued traveling southbound into oncoming (stopped) traffic and came to a rest in the northbound lanes of Colima Road, south of the intersection.
Eight vehicles were involved in the collision and received various amounts of damage. The driver of the silver Toyota, a Hacienda Heights resident in his 50’s, was extracted from his vehicle by firefighters from the Los Angeles County Fire Department and air-lifted to Los Angeles County Hospital where he remains in critical condition. The driver of the blue Honda van was also transported to Presbyterian Intercommunity Hospital where she remains in stable condition after receiving moderate injuries as a result of the accident.
At this time the Whittier Police Department’s Traffic Division is investigating the collision.
Additional inquiries may be directed to PIO J. Zuhlke at (562) 945-8250.
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Major Traffic Collision - Colima and Mar Vista
The Whittier Police Department is investigating a major traffic collision in the intersection of Colima and Mar Vista. Both streets will be closed for an extended period of time.
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Murder Suspect In Custody
On May 16, 2009 at 5:30pm, Whittier Police Officers were dispatched to a shots fired call in the 6300 block of Milton Avenue. When officers arrived on scene they located a victim who was later identified as Danny Quijada. He had sustained several gunshot wounds, and shortly thereafter was pronounced dead at the scene. Following a lengthy and rigorous investigation, covering several counties and the service of numerous search warrants, Whittier PD Investigators filed murder charges with the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office on Brandon John Valdez (12-2-1985). Valdez is a known Whittier Vario Locos gang member and is currently in custody on an unrelated charge. His bail is set at two million dollars.
Additional media inquiries may be directed to Officer Mike Dekowski at 562-505-6983.
Thursday, March 18, 2010
Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
Date: March 17, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When: Friday, March 19, 2010
Location: Telegraph Rd. and Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, March 19, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Telegraph Rd. and Norwalk Blvd. in the city of Santa Fe Springs. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.” The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Officers will also be checking for those who are driving with a suspended driver’s license as well as those who are unlicensed. Any motorist found driving with an invalid license may have their vehicle impounded for 30 days and be issued a citation.
Whittier Police reminds everyone to please, help make your community safe; if you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.”
For further information, please contact Sgt. Dan Lowe at 562-945-8256
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Date: March 17, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When: Friday, March 19, 2010
Location: Telegraph Rd. and Norwalk Blvd.
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, March 19, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Telegraph Rd. and Norwalk Blvd. in the city of Santa Fe Springs. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.” The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Officers will also be checking for those who are driving with a suspended driver’s license as well as those who are unlicensed. Any motorist found driving with an invalid license may have their vehicle impounded for 30 days and be issued a citation.
Whittier Police reminds everyone to please, help make your community safe; if you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.”
For further information, please contact Sgt. Dan Lowe at 562-945-8256
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Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Shooting Suspect Taken Into Custody
Whittier, CA – On March 17, 2010 at approximately 3:00pm, Whittier PD officers responded to the 7900 block of Milton Avenue regarding a call of shots fired with a victim possibly down in the alley. Upon arriving on scene, officers were told the victim, a 58 year-old male and Whittier resident, was shot three times and sought medical attention on his own at an area hospital while the suspect fled the area on foot. Officers responded to the hospital where the victim was being treated for three non-life threatening gun shot wounds to his arm, leg and upper torso area.
A short time later, while officers were canvassing the area, an officer found the suspect walking in the area of Mar Vista Avenue and Colima Road. The suspect was arrested and a handgun was recovered. He was transported to the Whittier PD jail and is being charged with possession of a concealed weapon and suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon. Additionally, a second suspect was arrested for suspicion of assault with a deadly weapon for his involvement in the incident. The motivation for the assault is currently under investigation.
Arrested was:
Majano, Arnold (11-18-1988) Hacienda Heights (pictured above)
Majano, Mario (04-14-70) Hacienda Heights
Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Home Burglary Suspect In Custody
Santa Fe Springs - On March 13, 2010 at 4:14pm officers responded to a residential burglary in the 9800 block of Orr and Day Road. Upon arrival, officers observed signs that a burglary did occur, however did not locate any suspects inside of the residence. As police officers checked the neighborhood and adjacent streets for potential suspects, they located a male on a bicycle who matched the description of the suspect. A field investigation revealed evidence connecting the suspect to the crime. Robert Cancel (DOB 9-20-70), a transient, was taken into custody for suspicion of burglary and booked at the Whittier Police Department Jail.
Graffiti Vandals in Custody
Santa Fe Springs - On 3/12/10 at 4:06am officers were notified about taggers vandalizing a building in the 12300 block of Lakeland Road. Upon arrival in the area, officers located a vehicle leaving the location, which they stopped for the purpose of the investigation. Officers found numerous items of evidence relating to the vandalism, including several spray cans. Vincent Porras(12-04-1991), 18 years old from Whittier and Alejandro Santander (09-05-1990), 19 years old from Santa Fe Springs were arrested for felony vandalism and booked at the Whittier Police Jail.
Friday, March 12, 2010
DUI Sobriety Checkpoint
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
Date:March 9, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When:Friday, March 12, 2010
Location: TBD
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, March 12, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Leffingwell Rd. and Santa Gertrudes Ave. in the city of Whittier. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Officers will also be checking for those who are driving with a suspended driver’s license as well as those who are unlicensed. Any motorist found driving with an invalid license may have their vehicle impounded for 30 days and be issued a citation.
Whittier Police reminds everyone to please, help make your community safe; if you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.”
For further information, please contact Sgt. Dan Lowe at 562-945-8256
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Date:March 9, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When:Friday, March 12, 2010
Location: TBD
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, March 12, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Leffingwell Rd. and Santa Gertrudes Ave. in the city of Whittier. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “Selective Traffic Enforcement Program.” The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Officers will also be checking for those who are driving with a suspended driver’s license as well as those who are unlicensed. Any motorist found driving with an invalid license may have their vehicle impounded for 30 days and be issued a citation.
Whittier Police reminds everyone to please, help make your community safe; if you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.”
For further information, please contact Sgt. Dan Lowe at 562-945-8256
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Friday, March 05, 2010
Police Seek Armed Robbery Suspect
The Whittier Police Department is seeking a robbery suspect after he fled the Radio Shack located at 11863 Whittier Boulevard. On March 4th at approximately 7pm, the suspect entered the electronics store and at first pretended to be a normal shopper. The manager becomes suspicious of the suspect when he asks for several high priced MP3 players. While the manger was retrieving the items, the suspect removes a handgun, walks behind the counter and points the gun at the manager’s midsection. He orders the manager to fill a bag with MP3 players and demands he open the cash drawer. After opening the cash drawer, the suspect empties the drawer into a bag and flees the store.
The suspect was seen entering the passenger side of a newer model, white crossover type vehicle which flees west on Whittier Blvd. A search of the area was conducted; however the suspect and vehicle were not located. The suspect was described as a male Hispanic with a shaved head, 5'6, 130lbs, tattoos above his right eye and neck, wearing dark clothing.
Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is urged to contact the Whittier Police Department at 562.945.8250; you may remain anonymous.
The suspect was seen entering the passenger side of a newer model, white crossover type vehicle which flees west on Whittier Blvd. A search of the area was conducted; however the suspect and vehicle were not located. The suspect was described as a male Hispanic with a shaved head, 5'6, 130lbs, tattoos above his right eye and neck, wearing dark clothing.
Anyone with information pertaining to this crime is urged to contact the Whittier Police Department at 562.945.8250; you may remain anonymous.
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