Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies have released the crime reports for the week of Nov. 24-30.

The story of a woman who was murdered by a Saugus man she met at an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting is set to be discussed on an episode of the CBS show “48 Hours,” was aired Saturday at 10 p.m.

Santa Clarita Valley detectives seek two suspects in an armed robbery reported Sunday in Castaic, officials said.

A Santa Clarita Valley Wells Fargo ex-employee who was accused of stealing from customers and pleaded no contest to four charges is scheduled to be sentenced next month, District Attorney officials said Thursday.

Crime Reports

KHTS publishes crime reports in alphabetical order by community as they are made available.

Here are the crime reports for Castaic/ Val Verde, Gorman/ Neenach, Newhall Saugus, Stevenson Ranch and Valencia.

Castaic/Val Verde.

A robbery was reported from the 31000 block of Castaic Road.  Two male Hispanics demanded the cash from the register while one of the suspects simulated pointing a handgun at the clerk through his jacket pocket.  The suspects got $270 is U.S. currency, an Arizona Ice tea and a Kit-Kat candy bar.  Both suspects got into a tan late model Honda Accord and drove off.

A burglary was reported from the 28000 block of Harrison parkway.  The business reported an exterior storage container broken into.  The suspects took an ice cooler, several propane tanks and a canopy.  The items were estimated at $200.

A petty theft was reported from the 27000 block of Buckskin Drive.  The homeowner reported his “Holmes” outdoor speaker and Apple I-pod taken from the patio of his backyard.  The items were estimated $690.

Gorman / Neenach

A residential burglary occurred on Taney Rd. in Neenach. Tools and fencing were stolen.

If you have any information on the above crimes, please call the area Deputies or the hotline below.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year…

Sure there’s the family gatherings, decadent food and holiday cheer, but did you know it’s also an opportune time for criminals? The holidays are a busy season for people and unfortunately the perfect time for criminals to strike while consumers are sidetracked with shopping. During the holiday season there is an increase in burglaries, misdemeanor assaults, thefts and criminal mischief. The current status of our economy also likely plays a role in the higher level of crimes occurring during the holidays as less ethical choices are being made.

Stay Alert and Aware of your Surroundings: Always maintain your situational awareness. Pay attention to who is around you and what is going on when walking through malls and parking lots. Don’t leave a building or your vehicle until you have ensured all is safe and secure. Also, avoid being distracted by talking on the phone or texting, which can make you more of a target for theft.

Vehicle Safety: Be sure to park in well-lit, populated areas. If possible, take 60 seconds to drive around the parking lot and look for anything out of the ordinary or suspicious before you pull into that parking spot. Scan the area as you enter/exit your vehicle and have your keys out when approaching your car. Remember to always lock your vehicle and ensure windows are rolled up. Minimize the number of valuables left in your vehicle and keep all electronics, packages and other theft attractors stored out of sight. Thieves are typically looking for an easy target so anything you can do to deter them from choosing your property is beneficial.

On the Home Front: Use caution leaving empty boxes from valuables purchased in the garage area as this might advertise to a thief the new items in your home. Break down boxes and dispose of them inside trash containers. Trust your Instinct: If you feel unsafe, leave the area immediately or seek out a security guard or police officer to escort you. Never hesitate to report anything or anyone suspicious you may observe.

Newhall

Between Saturday the 29th at 9:30 p.m., and Sunday the 30th at 6:00 a.m., a business in the 24300 block of Main Street was burglarized.  A door was forced open and some property was damaged, but at the time of the report it did not appear as though anything was missing.

Two window smash vehicle burglaries occurred between Tuesday the 25th at 10:00 p.m., and Wednesday the 26th at 5:00 p.m., near Ficus Drive and Trumpet Drive.  Cash, sunglasses, and personal papers were stolen from the vehicles.

A purse was stolen from a vehicle on Thursday the 27th, between 10:00 a.m. and 11:20 a.m., in the 24100 block of Arch Street.

Between Tuesday the 25th, and Wednesday the 26th, a 2006 Toyota “SCION” was stolen from the 23700 block of Valle Del Oro.  The vehicle was recovered in Ventura County on Saturday the 29th.

On Tuesday the 26th, between 12:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., a Dodge “RAM”, truck was stolen from the 23700 block of Via Canon.  The truck has not been recovered yet.

On Tuesday the 25th, between 4:35 p.m. and 4:40 p.m., a boy’s BMX bicycle was stolen from the front yard of a residence in the 24200 block of Race Street.

5 adult males were arrested in the Newhall area last week.  2 for driving under the influence of alcohol, 1 for drunk in public, 1 for possession of marijuana on a school campus, and 1 for possession of a stolen motorcycle.

With the holidays upon us, we all need to be extra careful securing our belongings.  Remember to lock your doors and windows, don’t leave packages or valuables in plain view, be aware of your surroundings, and report suspicious behavior.  If you have packages delivered to your business or residence, be sure somebody is available to receive them.  Any type of package left unattended or visible, is a very tempting treat for a would-be thief.

Saugus

There was an assault with a deadly weapon reported in the 30200 block of Bouquet Canyon Road on November 24th.  The victim reported his friend pointed a loaded firearm at him during an argument.  Santa Clarita Station Detectives are handling the case.

A vehicle was reported stolen in the 21600 block of Spice Court on November 26th.  The victim reported his motorcycle was stolen from his driveway.  Deputies are searching for the motorcycle.

There was a vehicle burglary reported at the corner of Dedre Lane/Golden Valley Road between November 27th and 29th.  The victim discovered his window smashed and a small amount of U.S. currency was taken from the vehicle.  A second vehicle burglary was reported near the corner of Shawana Place/Oakridge Drive on November 25th.  Unknown person(s) broke into the victim’s work van and stole a large quantity of carpet cleaning equipment.  Detectives are looking into both incidents.

We had a petty theft in the 28000 block of Seco Canyon Road in the early morning hours of November 25th.  An employee of the business discovered gasoline had been siphoned from a bus at the location overnight.  Detectives are checking if this incident is related to other similar thefts in the valley.

Crime Prevention Tip:  Please remember to lock you vehicle when leaving it unattended.  Take any items of value with you or secure them out of view or in the trunk of your vehicle.  Thefts from unlocked vehicles are typically crimes of opportunity.  The best defense to this type of crime is to not give the thief a chance in the first place.

Stevenson Ranch

A Robbery/ Criminal Threats incident occurred at a business in the 25400 block of The Old Road. The suspect displayed a knife and threatened Loss Prevention personnel when detained. The suspect fled, leaving the store items behind, in a mid 90’s model, green Ford Ranger. The case is currently under investigation by Santa Clarita Valley Station Detectives.

A battery (hands and feet) and an assault with a deadly weapon (machete) occurred in the 25500 block of Fitzgerald Avenue. One sibling struck the other sibling in the head with a machete causing a minor laceration after a physical fight. One sibling was cited for battery. The other was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon.

An attempted burglary occurred at a business in 24700 block of Pico Canyon. A window was forced open and the cash drop box, containing no money, was taken. There was no suspect information at the time of the report.

A burglary occurred in the 24700 block of Pico Canyon. The rear glass door, adjacent to a cash register that is visible from the outside, had two spider like cracks consistent with a rock being thrown at it. There was no suspect information at the time of this report.

A grand theft occurred at a business in the 27700 block of The Old Road. The victim’s high end handbags and miscellaneous clothing was taken from a luggage carrier trailer attached to his personal vehicle. There was no suspect information at the time of this report.

Two burglary to a vehicle incidents occurred at residences. The first incident occurred in the 25300 block of The Old Road. The victim’s car window was smashed and her “Guess” brand sunglasses were taken. The second incident occurred in the 25500 block of Hemingway Drive. The victim’s window frame was bent out and a laptop computer, a high end purse, wallet, and other miscellaneous bags were taken. There was no suspect information at the time of these reports.

Two shoplifting incidents occurred at a business in the 25400 block of The Old Road. During the first incident Loss Prevention personnel observed the suspect exit the store without paying for a laptop. The Deputies arrived and took the suspect into custody who was unable to get her vehicle to start. During the second incident, a Hispanic male and female placed multiple items in a shopping cart and walked out of the business without paying. The suspects abandoned the property when confronted by Loss Prevention in front of the store. They fled in a tan colored Chevy Blazer SUV with “CARS4U” paper plates. These cases are currently under investigation by Santa Clarita Valley Station Detectives.

A bicycle theft occurred in front of a business in Stevenson Ranch. The bicycle, a black “Diamondback” one speed bike with black rims, belonged to an employee who had chain locked the bicycle to a pole in front of the business. Another employee witnessed the incident and described the suspect as a Hispanic male wearing a white hat. There was no additional suspect information available at the time of this report.

Here are a few safety tips for when at home:

–       Never open the door to persons you don’t recognize. Don’t be afraid to ask for identification.

–       Do not allow persons you don’t know into your home to use the phone. Offer to make the call for them.

–       Before entering your home, have your keys ready before you reach the door.

–       Close your blinds and drapes at night. Always lock your doors.

–       Do not let callers know you are home alone. Use “we” instead of “I”. Never give out personal information over the phone.

–       Post “beware of dog” signs as a crime deterrent on the exterior of your home whether or not you own a dog.

Valencia

A residential burglary occurred near the 23700 block of Spruce Meadow Court.  Suspect(s) unknown forced entry into the location and stole a few electronic items from inside the home.  This case is currently under active investigation.

A vehicle burglary occurred near the 23900 block of Clayton Street.  Suspect(s) unknown smashed the victim’s driver’s side window and stole a bucket containing 30 CDs.  No suspect information is available at this time.

A grand theft occurred near the 26000 block of Avenue Hall.  Suspect(s) unknown stole an aluminum ramp belonging to a company vehicle and approximately 200 dollars in gas from the vehicle.  The suspects’ vehicle is described as a red Ford pickup older model with faded paint.

During this past week we had a total of three shoplifting burglaries occur at our local businesses.  In each case a suspect was arrested and booked at the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.  Each case is being filed through our Detective Bureau.