Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station deputies have released the crime reports for the week of Jan. 18 through Jan. 24.

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A Valencia man was sentenced for possession of child pornography on Wednesday, three months after he was sentenced for the same sex crime, a spokesperson from the Los Angeles District Attorney’s office said.

An arrest has been made in South Gate in connection with a shooting that occurred at a Newhall apartment complex on Thursday, Jan. 21.

One man was arrested on Tuesday evening after a fight broke out after a basketball game between the West Ranch Wildcats and the Golden Valley Grizzlies at West Ranch High School.

A 29-year-old man accused of barricading himself with his two young children during a domestic violence incident and injuring a deputy was charged today, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced.

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, Newhall, Saugus, Stevenson Ranch and Valencia

Castaic/Val Verde

A commercial burglary was reported from the 28000 block of Avenue Penn. The victim reported several pallets of cosmetic merchandise valued at $250,000 were stolen from the warehouse. Suspect(s) gained entry by cutting a hole in the roof.

There were multiple thefts reported from motorhomes.The RVs were located in the 31000 block of Diamond Lane, 27000 block of Onyx Lane and on Calcite Court. All of the vehicles had signs of forced entry. Among the items targeted were electronic devices, microwaves and food.

A theft from a vehicle was reported from the 31000 block of Ridge Route Road. The victim reported a computer tablet, electronic game system and miscellaneous tools were taken from an unlocked vehicle.

A theft from a vehicle was reported from the 31000 block of Quartz Lane. The victim reported a cosmetic bag, backpack and medicine were stolen from a locked vehicle.

Please remember to never leave valuables in plain view in your vehicle, close and lock your doors.  Minimize your risk and avoid being the victim of a crime of opportunity.  If you see any suspicious activity, call the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station at (661) 255-1121 or 9-1-1 in an emergency.

Newhall

An assault occurred near 14th St. / Walnut St. The victim knew the suspect(s).

A suspect was arrested in connection with the death of a male adult near the 23700 block of Valle Del Oro.

A grand theft occurred near the 23900 block of Newhall Ave. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s unlocked vehicle. The vehicle was later recovered in Lancaster.

A grand theft occurred near 22400 Market St. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s locked vehicle.The vehicle was later recovered in Newhall.

A commercial burglary occurred at a business near the 23500 block of Lyons Ave.The suspect was observed by responding deputies running out of the location and into a vehicle driven by a second suspect.  After a vehicle pursuit, the suspects were arrested.

A vehicle burglary occurred near the 24800 block of Railroad Ave. Suspect(s) unknown stole items after shattering the passenger side window of the victim’s work van and cutting padlocks off of the rear doors.

A residential burglary occurred near the 21100 block of Oakriver Ln.  Suspect(s) unknown stole items after forcing entry into the victim’s residence by shattering a sliding glass door.

A petty theft occurred near the 22500 block of 8th St. The suspect stole a bicycle chained to a post by lifting the bicycle and slipping the chain over the top of the post.

A petty theft occurred near the 22500 block of 8th St. The suspect reached over the wall and stole an item.

A petty theft occurred near the 25000 block of Peachland Ave. Suspect(s) unknown entered the victim’s unlocked vehicle and stole items.

Automated Teller Machine (ATM) Safety Tips

Reduce your risk of becoming an ATM crime victim! Walk purposefully and with confidence. Give the appearance that you are totally aware of your surroundings. Be aware of your total environment and what is going on around you. Criminals tend to avoid people who have this type of demeanor.

1. Select an ATM that is in a well-lighted location;
2. Maintain a small supply of deposit envelopes at home, in your car or office. Prepare all transaction paperwork prior to your arrival at the ATM site. This will minimize the amount of time spent at the ATM.
3. Maintain an awareness of your surroundings throughout the entire transaction. Do not become so involved with your transaction that you are not aware of changing conditions around you.
4. Do not wear expensive jewelry or take other valuables to the ATM. This is an added incentive to an assailant.
5. Be aware of anyone sitting in a parked car in close proximity to or at a distance from the ATM location.
6. When leaving an ATM location make sure you are not being followed. If you are being followed, drive immediately to a police, sheriff or fire station, crowded area, well-lighted location or open business. Flash your lights and sound your horn to bring attention to your situation if you are involved in a confrontation. And, if the attacker is armed with a weapon and demands your money or valuables, COMPLY.

Saugus

A theft from a vehicle was reported near the 22100 block of Caceras Street. Suspect(s) unknown entered the unlocked vehicle and took the victim’s driver’s license, a debit card and keys.

Suspect(s) unknown stole the tail lights and tail gate off of a 2007 Chevrolet 1500 pickup truck. The vehicle was parked near the 27500 block of Catala Avenue

There was a theft from an unlocked vehicle reported near the 28500 block of Horseshoe Circle. The suspect stole a wallet containing a  gift card and a set of keys.

Stevenson Ranch

Burglary – 25300 block of The Old Rd. Deputies responded to a burglary alarm at location and noticed that person(s) unknown had entered the main office  through an unlocked window and stole two laptop computers.The computers were later found in the bushes nearby.

Vehicle Burglary -25300 block of Lyons Ave. Person(s) unknown smashed the passenger window of the victim’s vehicle and stole a laptop computer which was sitting on the seat.

Vehicle Burglaries – 28500 and 27500 block of The Old Rd. Person(s) unknown smashed the window of the victims’ vehicles and in all three incidents, a laptop computer was taken off of the seat of the vehicle.

Petty Theft – 25800 block of The Old Rd. A male adult attempted to leave the location with several items he did not pay for. He was arrested for petty theft shoplifting.

Petty Theft – 24900 block of Pico Cyn Rd . Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s cell phone and $400.00 cash which the victim had left in an unsecured locker at the location.

Valencia

A grand theft occurred near the 24400 block of Magic Mountain Parkway. Two male adults entered the location and filled a small basket with numerous electronic items and exited the store without paying for the items.

A grand theft occurred near the 23200 block of Barnacle Street. An unknown suspect stole two packages from the victim’s porch while he was away.

A grand theft occurred near the 24600 block of McBean Parkway. A male suspect was arrested from the location for exiting the store with approximately $1400.00 worth of clothing. The intoxicated suspect was detained by patrol deputies.

An attempted vehicle theft occurred near the 28400 block of Westinghouse Place. An unknown suspect made entry into the victim’s vehicle and attempted to steal it.

A burglary occurred near the 27600 block of Grassy Knoll Lane. An unknown suspect entered the victim’s unlocked vehicle and opened his garage door. The suspect then entered the victim’s garage and stole his Specialized Camber bicycle.

A burglary occurred near the 27600 block of Olive Mill Court. An unknown suspect entered the victim’s garage and then entered the victim’s unlocked car and stole a few personal items.

A vehicle theft occurred near the 28100 block of Avenue Crocker. The victim had his 1999 GMC Suburban stolen from the location.

A petty theft occurred near the 26400 block of McBean Parkway. A male suspect was arrested at the location for failing to pay for items he had in his possession prior to exiting the store.

CRIME PREVENTION- PREVENT VEHICLE THEFT

Most cars are taken by amateurs who can be stopped fairly easily. You can increase your protection against this type of crime by taking the following sensible precautions:

• Lock up
• An unlocked car is an open invitation to a car thief. Lock up when you leave your car, and take the keys with you.
• Lock the trunk or tailgate.
• Close all windows — professional thieves have tools that unlock cars through the smallest openings.
• Be sure vent or wind-wing windows are shut tight.
• When you park the car, remove cellular phones, cassette players and other valuable possessions. Do not leave gift-wrapped packages or cameras lying on the seat. Lock all valuables in your trunk or take them with you.
• Lock your car even if you are making a quick stop at the gas station, convenience store or mini-mall.

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