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Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s deputies have released the crime reports for the week of Sept. 28- Oct. 04.
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Crime Reports
KHTS publishes crime reports in alphabetical order by community as they are made available.
Here are the crime reports for Canyon Country East, Canyon Country West, Castaic, Val Verde, Saugus and Valencia.
Canyon Country East
Canyon Country East has a new zone leader and introduces himself with this week’s crime reports.
Good Afternoon Canyon Country residents, I’m the new Zone 8 leader, Luis Cabrera. A little about myself, I’ve been a Deputy for thirteen and a half years. I’ve spent the last seven years in patrol where I worked Lancaster Sheriff Station for four years and been assigned to Santa Clarita Sheriff Station for the last three. Here are the last week’s Part 1 crimes that occurred in Canyon Country East (Zone 8).
A robbery occurred near the 17000 Deana Lane two suspects were arrested for entering the victim’s apartment and using fear to steal the victim’s property.
A burglary occurred near the 27000 Nugget Drive the victim was inside her home when she walked into her attached garage and saw the suspect inside who was holding a trash bag filled with the victim’s clothing. The suspect ran out the garage, northbound down the alley.
A burglary occurred near the 27000 Evi Lane person(s) unknown entered the location through the balcony’s unlocked sliding glass door. The suspect stole a television from the living room.
A burglary occurred near the 28000 Lost Springs Road person(s) unknown entered the location, ransacked the location and stole a tool kit and costume jewelry.
A burglary occurred near the 14300 Cascade Court two suspects entered the location via the unlocked bathroom window. The suspects ransacked the home and stole numerous items.
A burglary occurred near the 28300 Sand Canyon Road person unknown entered the location through a window. No items were taken, however the window and drywall were damaged during the entry.
A burglary occurred near the 27400 Anthony Lane person(s) unknown entered the garage and stole her garage door opener, vehicle registration. No signs of forced entry.
Attempt burglary occurred near the 17800 Deanna Lane the suspect attempted to make entry via the patio door, while two other suspects were knocking at the front door. The suspects fled the location prior to deputies’ arrival.
A vehicle theft occurred near the 19300 Golden Valley Road person(s) unknown stole the victim’s vehicle which was parked at the location
A vehicle theft occurred near the intersection of Jakes Way and Sandy Drive, person(s) unknown stole the victim’s vehicle which was parked at the location.
A domestic violence incident occurred near the 14600 Lotus Petal Court, the suspect and victim have been dating for a year. On the incident date, the suspect strangled the victim when he found out the victim had a social media account.
A shoplifting occurred 19300 Golden Valley Road the suspect entered the store and stole electronics and clothes. The suspect told the arresting deputy that she did not have any money prior to entering the location.
A shoplifting occurred 19300 Golden Valley Road the suspect entered the store and used a knife to cut open the packages. He placed the items in his pocket and walked out of the store without any attempt to pay for the items.
Canyon County West
This past week in Zone 7, the following Part-1 Crimes are currently under investigation by Santa Clarita Valley Station detectives:
A grand theft auto occurred near the 18800 block of Delight Street. Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s vehicle which was parked near the above location.
A vehicle burglary occurred near the 18900 block of Felbridge Street. Person(s) unknown entered the victim’s locked vehicle by a partially open window and stole her handicap placard which was hanging from her rearview mirror.
A petty theft occurred near the 18900 block of Felbridge Street. Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s mail which contained a DVD from within her mailbox.
For all the Zone 7 residents that live in a County area, the Los Angeles County has an enhanced app called “The Works” for iOS and Android. The app lets you connect with the County to request services to help improve your community. You can download it today at: http://dpw.lacounty.gov/TheWorks
Help your Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s deputies solve a crime. Partner with us to build safer communities throughout our valley and reduce your chances of becoming a crime victim. On that note, if something seems weird, out of place, or suspicious, it probably is. Call the Sheriff’s Department and request a Deputy to check it out.
You may submit an anonymous tip anytime, anywhere, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by phone 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). All phone lines are encrypted and no phone calls are ever recorded. Tips are then sent onto LA Crime Stoppers for further evaluation.
Castaic and Val Verde
This past week in Zone 2, the following Part-1 Crimes are currently under investigation by Santa Clarita Valley Station detectives:
An aggravated assault occurred near the 31500 block of Castaic Road. A husband and wife got into a heated verbal argument which quickly turned physical. The husband struck the wife in the face causing minor injury. The husband fled the scene prior to Deputies arrival.
A residential burglary occurred near the 31900 block of Topaz Court. Person(s) unknown entered the above residence by means unknown and stole jewelry from within.
A vehicle burglary occurred near the 30300 block of Marigold Circle. Person(s) unknown made entry into the victim’s vehicle by means unknown and stole a bag containing makeup and a car stereo cord.
For all the Zone 2 residents that live in a County area, the Los Angeles County has an enhanced app called “The Works” for iOS and Android. The app lets you connect with the County to request services to help improve your community. You can download it today at: http://dpw.lacounty.gov/TheWorks
Help your Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s deputies solve a crime. Partner with us to build safer communities throughout our valley and reduce your chances of becoming a crime victim. On that note, if something seems weird, out of place, or suspicious, it probably is. Call the Sheriff’s Department and request a Deputy to check it out.
You may submit an anonymous tip anytime, anywhere, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, by phone 800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). All phone lines are encrypted and no phone calls are ever recorded. Tips are then sent onto LA Crime Stoppers for further evaluation.
Saugus
Burglary was reported from an elementary school off of Plum Canyon Road. In this incident the suspect shattered a window next to the classroom door to gain entry. The suspect stole a box of “Cheetos”, $25 and a Dell laptop from the location
Here are a few ways to make your home look less attractive to thieves.
Make your home look occupied, and make it difficult to break in.
Lock all outside doors and windows before you leave the house or go to bed. Even if it is for a short time, lock your doors.
Leave lights on when you go out. If you are going to be away for a length of time, connect some lamps to automatic timers to turn them on in the evening and off during the day.
Keep your garage door closed and locked.
Don’t allow daily deliveries of mail, newspapers or flyers build up while you are away. Arrange with the Post Office to hold your mail, or arrange for a friend or neighbor to take them regularly.
Arrange for your lawn to be mowed if you are going away for an extended time.
Check your locks on doors and windows and replace them with secure devices as necessary.
Pushbutton locks on doorknobs are easy for burglars to open. Install deadbolt locks on all your outside doors.
Sliding glass doors are vulnerable. Special locks are available for better security.
Other windows may need better locks. Check with a locksmith or hardware store for alternatives.
Valencia
An armed robbery occurred near the 27700 block of McBean Parkway. An unknown male black adult walked into the location and demanded money from the victim. The store clerk fearing for her safety gave the suspect cash from the register. The suspect is described as a male adult, last seen wearing a gray Lakers hoodie and a Lakers hat. The suspect left the location towards Ralph’s super market.
A robbery occurred near the 24300 block of Valencia Boulevard. A male white transient walked up to the location and stole an ice cream from the freezer which was located at the front of the store. A store employee walked outside to confront the suspect, at which time he pushed her with both hands causing her to fall back. The suspect was able to retain an ice cream bar and left the location prior to the deputies arrival.
A battery occurred near the 22800 block of Rio Chico Drive. A male suspect was arrested from the location for attacking the victim while he was exiting his car for no reason. This incident took place late at night.
A burglary occurred near the 28100 block of McBean Parkway. An unknown suspect pried open the victim’s garage and stole numerous items from inside the garage.
A domestic violence occurred near the 23900 block of Del Monte Drive. A male suspect was arrested from the location for criminal threats and corporal injury to his girlfriend. The suspect caused serious injury to the victim and also caused her to lose consciousness. The male suspect was arrested without incident.
A burglary occurred near the 26400 block of Rockwell Canyon Road. An unknown suspect (possibly female) entered the woman’s locker room and stole numerous items from nine different victims. Each locker also had their locks stolen as well and cash and other items.
A grand theft occurred near the 24200 block of Valencia Boulevard. An unknown suspect entered the store and stole 15 pairs of women’s athletic pants.
A vehicle burglary occurred near the 23400 block of Via Barra. An unknown suspect entered the victim’s vehicle and ransacked the inside of the vehicle. Nothing from inside the vehicle was stolen. Entry was gained through the front passenger side door by removing the weather stripping.
A petty theft occurred near the 24200 Valencia Boulevard. A female suspect was arrested from the location for failing to pay for items she had in her possession as she exited the store.
A petty theft occurred near the 24200 block of Valencia Boulevard. An unknown suspect stole the victim’s side mirrors to his vehicle as well as the coverings. The thefts took place inside a parking garage.
Make Robbery Risky
Robbery
It is a crime “against the person” and a frightening experience. It can result in injury or
even death to the victim. It is important to remember, in protecting your business from
robbery, to take preventive measures and make it obvious that those measures have
been taken.
How to discourage robbery
- Lock unused doors.
- Avoid working alone. If you must, turn on a hidden radio or TV so robbers will think
there is someone with you.
- Vary the schedule and route for your bank deposits each day. Keep only necessary
cash in the drawer. Then, if you are robbed, you’ll reduce your losses.
- Make sure your cash register is clearly visible to passers-by. Arrange the counter so
that the customer or robber
is visible from the street.
- Avoid placing signs or displays near windows which block visibility from the street.
- If your business runs an exceptionally high risk of robbery, you may want to invest in a
bullet-proof cashier screen. A screen “defuses” the robber’s threat, but other prevention
measures may be equally effective at lower cost.
- Display signs at entrances and exits indicating that safes require secondary keys not in
the possession of employees.
- Advertise your security alarm system with signs in visible locations.
- Develop a mutual aid system among stores on your block. Agree to keep an eye on
each other’s buildings and watch for any suspicious activities. Install “buddy buzzer”
alarms so you can signal your neighbor to call the police
if you are being robbed.
More tips
- Record the serial number of the bottom bill in each bin of the cash drawer, and instruct
employees not to use these bills in making change.
- Place colored tape markers at exits, at heights of 5 feet 6 inches and 6 feet. If you are
robbed, you can then get an accurate estimate of the suspect’s height as he or she
leaves.
- Keep “bait” money in a spare compartment of cash registers. The bait packet should
be separated by face value as other bills. Keep a list of the serial numbers to give to
law enforcement officials if you are robbed.
If a robbery happens
Someone points a gun at you and demands your money. What do you do? Give it to
him. Never refuse a robber!
If you have a silent alarm and can reach it unnoticed, use it. Otherwise, wait until the
robber leaves. (Use your alarm with care. Excessive false alarms can cause problems
for law enforcement and for you).
Crime and Violence Prevention Center • California Attorney General’s Office
After a robbery
- Call the police immediately.
- Write down everything you can remember about the robber and the crime itself: the
robber’s appearance (height, weight, color of hair and eyes, scars, tattoos, accent,
anything unusual) and as much as possible about his clothing, weapon and mannerisms.
Try to remember the robber’s exact words and try to observe any vehicle the
robber uses to get away.
- Keep everyone away from the surfaces or objects the robber may have touched.
- Cooperate fully with the law enforcement and prosecutors. Your help is crucial, so stick
with the case
