Santa Fe Springs - On 7/30/2010 at 9:50pm, Officers were dispatched to a report of a car burglary at the Santa Fe Springs Swap Meet. Upon arrival, officers were able to locate the suspect vehicle as it left the area. A field investigations resulted in the arrest of a 16-year-old juvenile as well as Gerardo Luna(22), Eric Ramirez(24), and Theresa Hernandez(28), all residents of Buena Park. Numerous stolen items were recovered. All four were charged with burglary, possession of stolen property, and possession of burglary tools.
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 30, 2010
Vehicle Burglaries On The Rise
Date: July 28, 2010
Contact: Press Information Officer Mike Dekowski
Subject: Vehicle Burglaries On The Rise
Whittier, CA – Over the past several months, the police department has recognized a rising trend in the amount of vehicle burglaries and thefts from vehicles occurring throughout the city. The thefts are typically occurring between the late evening and early morning hours. In an effort to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of a vehicle theft or burglary, the police department is seeking the public’s assistance in this matter.
The Whittier Police Department has started a campaign to educate the public of this trend through the distribution of post cards and fliers throughout the city. The post cards and fliers urge the public to lock their vehicles and hide all valuables to reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
Although not leaving valuables in your car is the best option, we understand that this is not always possible. If you leave valuable items visible in your car, you automatically make yourself a target for theft. If you must leave valuable items in your car while out and about, place the items out of sight before reaching your destination or move them inconspicuously. This includes packages, backpacks, gym bags, GPS units, MP3 players, and so forth. Someone may be watching when you put items under a seat or throw something over them. An opportunistic thief will also be on the lookout for packing valuables in the trunk, and can break into your car the minute you're out of sight.
The public is urged to call the police to report any suspicious activity, particularly persons seen wandering around parking lots or neighborhoods and/or looking into vehicles as they walk by. When asked about rise in vehicle burglaries, Police Chief David Singer said, “Car Burglars are looking for an opportunity to steal. We need to remove that opportunity by removing valuables from our vehicles".
The Whittier Police Department is committed to educating citizens on how they can take precautions to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft. For more additional information please visit the department’s website at www.whittierpd.org.
Additional media inquiries may be directed to Officer Mike Dekowski at 562-505-6983.
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Contact: Press Information Officer Mike Dekowski
Subject: Vehicle Burglaries On The Rise
Whittier, CA – Over the past several months, the police department has recognized a rising trend in the amount of vehicle burglaries and thefts from vehicles occurring throughout the city. The thefts are typically occurring between the late evening and early morning hours. In an effort to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of a vehicle theft or burglary, the police department is seeking the public’s assistance in this matter.
The Whittier Police Department has started a campaign to educate the public of this trend through the distribution of post cards and fliers throughout the city. The post cards and fliers urge the public to lock their vehicles and hide all valuables to reduce the risk of becoming a victim.
Although not leaving valuables in your car is the best option, we understand that this is not always possible. If you leave valuable items visible in your car, you automatically make yourself a target for theft. If you must leave valuable items in your car while out and about, place the items out of sight before reaching your destination or move them inconspicuously. This includes packages, backpacks, gym bags, GPS units, MP3 players, and so forth. Someone may be watching when you put items under a seat or throw something over them. An opportunistic thief will also be on the lookout for packing valuables in the trunk, and can break into your car the minute you're out of sight.
The public is urged to call the police to report any suspicious activity, particularly persons seen wandering around parking lots or neighborhoods and/or looking into vehicles as they walk by. When asked about rise in vehicle burglaries, Police Chief David Singer said, “Car Burglars are looking for an opportunity to steal. We need to remove that opportunity by removing valuables from our vehicles".
The Whittier Police Department is committed to educating citizens on how they can take precautions to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of theft. For more additional information please visit the department’s website at www.whittierpd.org.
Additional media inquiries may be directed to Officer Mike Dekowski at 562-505-6983.
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Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
***FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE***
Date: July 29, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When: Friday, July 30, 2010
Location: Florence Ave and Orr & Day Rd
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, July 30, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Florence Ave. and Orr & Day Rd. in the City of Santa Fe Springs. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The summer months are a dangerous time of the year and your odds of being involved in a drunk driving crash can be high. In 2008 law enforcement statewide reported that 7,801 people were injured or killed in Alcohol Involved Collisions during the three summer months of June, July and August.
A major component of the checkpoints, beyond taking dangerous drivers off the road, is to increase awareness of the consequences of impaired driving and to encourage using sober designated drivers. A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, Whittier Police Department believes motorists are deterred from drinking and driving when they know that the DUI crackdowns are underway.
In addition to this DUI operation, law enforcement agencies throughout the region are putting more officers out on checkpoints and DUI roving saturation patrols during the end of August/Labor Day 18 day nationwide anti-DUI effort - Drunk Driving. Over the Limit, Under Arrest!
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.” 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.
The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 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: July 29, 2010
Contact: Traffic Sergeant Dan Lowe
Subject: Sobriety (DUI) Drivers/License Checkpoint
When: Friday, July 30, 2010
Location: Florence Ave and Orr & Day Rd
Whittier, CA. – On Friday, July 30, 2010, the Whittier Police Department will conduct a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint. The checkpoint will be conducted in the area of Florence Ave. and Orr & Day Rd. in the City of Santa Fe Springs. The time of the checkpoint will be 7:00 PM to 3:00 AM.
The summer months are a dangerous time of the year and your odds of being involved in a drunk driving crash can be high. In 2008 law enforcement statewide reported that 7,801 people were injured or killed in Alcohol Involved Collisions during the three summer months of June, July and August.
A major component of the checkpoints, beyond taking dangerous drivers off the road, is to increase awareness of the consequences of impaired driving and to encourage using sober designated drivers. A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, Whittier Police Department believes motorists are deterred from drinking and driving when they know that the DUI crackdowns are underway.
In addition to this DUI operation, law enforcement agencies throughout the region are putting more officers out on checkpoints and DUI roving saturation patrols during the end of August/Labor Day 18 day nationwide anti-DUI effort - Drunk Driving. Over the Limit, Under Arrest!
The checkpoint and other enforcement efforts are part of the Whittier Police Department’s grant project for “DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program.” 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.
The funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 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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Thursday, July 22, 2010
27th Annual National Night Out
Date: July 22, 2010
Contact: PIO Mike Dekowski
Subject: 27th Annual National Night Out
Location: Michigan Park – 8230 Michigan Avenue
Whittier, CA. – On Tuesday, August 3rd, from 5 – 8pm, neighborhoods throughout Whittier are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “27th Annual National Night Out” (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch and co-sponsored locally by the Whittier Police Department, will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, over 34 million people are expected to participate in ‘America’s Night Out Against Crime’ on August 3rd.
National Night Out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
On August 3rd, residents in neighborhoods throughout Whittier and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. All residents are encouraged to join the Whittier Police Department and your neighbors at Michigan Park from 5 – 8 PM. Festivities will include: Raffles and Giveaways, Free food & drinks, K9 demonstration, Tactical Entry Team, Mounted Police, Ride-a-Longs, Kids Fingerprinting, LACO Fire Department, Bounce House, Music, and much more...
For further information, please contact PIO Mike Dekowski at (562) 945-8286 or refer to http://whittierpd.org and http://whittierpd.blogspot.com/
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Contact: PIO Mike Dekowski
Subject: 27th Annual National Night Out
Location: Michigan Park – 8230 Michigan Avenue
Whittier, CA. – On Tuesday, August 3rd, from 5 – 8pm, neighborhoods throughout Whittier are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “27th Annual National Night Out” (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out, which is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch and co-sponsored locally by the Whittier Police Department, will involve over 10,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases around the world. In all, over 34 million people are expected to participate in ‘America’s Night Out Against Crime’ on August 3rd.
National Night Out is designed to: (1) Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; (2) Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime efforts; (3) Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police community partnerships; and (4) Send a message to criminals letting them know neighborhoods are organized and fighting back.
On August 3rd, residents in neighborhoods throughout Whittier and across the nation are asked to lock their doors, turn on outside lights and spend the evening outside with neighbors and police. All residents are encouraged to join the Whittier Police Department and your neighbors at Michigan Park from 5 – 8 PM. Festivities will include: Raffles and Giveaways, Free food & drinks, K9 demonstration, Tactical Entry Team, Mounted Police, Ride-a-Longs, Kids Fingerprinting, LACO Fire Department, Bounce House, Music, and much more...
For further information, please contact PIO Mike Dekowski at (562) 945-8286 or refer to http://whittierpd.org and http://whittierpd.blogspot.com/
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Friday, July 16, 2010
Fatal Traffic Collision
Whittier, CA - On July 16, 2010 at 6:08am, Whittier PD Officers responded to the area of Beverly Blvd. and Mesagrove Ave. in regards to a single vehicle traffic collision. Upon arriving on scene, the officers discovered a gray Nissan sport utility vehicle had collided into a large tree. It appeared as though the vehicle was traveling eastbound on Beverly Blvd. and drifted to the right, striking the curb and tree. The female driver, a 58 year-old Whittier resident was pronounced dead on scene. The collision is being investigated by the Whittier PD Traffic Bureau.
Additional media inquiries may be directed to Press Information Officer Mike Dekowski at 562-505-6983.
Additional media inquiries may be directed to Press Information Officer Mike Dekowski at 562-505-6983.
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Fatal Traffic Collision
Whittier, CA - On July 9, 2010 at approximately 10:00pm, a female adult staying at a nearby motel was struck while crossing northbound on the west side of the intersection at Whittier Blvd & Strub Ave. The victim was struck by a Chrysler minivan traveling westbound on Whittier Blvd. The victim was pronounced dead on scene by LA County Fire personnel. This collision is still being investigated by the Whittier Police Traffic Bureau.
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