Mountain Views News          Saturday, June 21, 2014

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Mountain View News Saturday, June 21, 2014 

POLICE BUST INDOOR MARIJUANA 
CULTIVATION OPERATION

On Monday June 16, 2014, at about 3:00 PM, Arcadia Police Officers were dispatched 
to the 500 block of West Huntington Drive on a tip that a residence was possibly 
being used to grow marijuana indoors. Police department personnel responded 
to the address and contacted the resident of the property. Officers conducted a 
preliminary investigation and determined that a marijuana cultivation operation was 
being conducted inside the garage of the residence. The garage was converted into a 
marijuana cultivation area with lighting, ventilation, electrical wiring, irrigation and 
drying bins strewn throughout the bottom level of the residence. Approximately 135 
marijuana plants were found in various stages of growth. 

The suspect was ultimately arrested and is identified as Tiv Ke Roeung, a male 
Asian, 40 years-old, and a resident of Arcadia. Roeung is currently in custody at 
the Arcadia Police Department’s Jail, and was booked for a felony violation of H&S 
11358 - Cultivation. Roeung is being held without bail on an immigration hold by 
the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement Agency. 

This case is currently being investigated by Detectives from the Arcadia Police 
Department. Anyone with information on this incident is encouraged to contact 
the Arcadia Police Department at (626) 574-5151, case #14-3047. If you prefer to 
provide information ANONYMOUSLY, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing 
800-222-TIPS (8477), texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), 
or using the tip web page at Los Angeles Regional Crime Stoppers. 

Arcadia Police Blotter

For the period of Sunday, June 8th, through Saturday, 
June 14th, the Police Department responded to 1,052 calls 
for service of which 132 required formal investigations. 
The following is a summary report of the major incidents 
handled by the Department during this period.

Sunday, June 8:

1. Just after 2:30 a.m., an officer responded to 
Embassy Suites, 211 East Huntington Drive, regarding an 
intoxicated adult at the front counter. The officer discovered 
the 53-year-old White male was under the influence of 
an alcoholic beverage and unable to care for himself. He 
was arrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for 
booking. 
2. Around 8:30 a.m., an officer responded to the 
area of Orange Grove Avenue and Rodeo Road regarding 
a suspicious subject walking around aimlessly for the 
past hour. The officer made contact with the subject and 
discovered she was under the influence of a controlled 
substance. The 29-year-old White female was arrested and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Monday, June 9:

3. At approximately 2:33 p.m., an officer was 
dispatched to a residence in the 000 block of Genoa Street 
regarding a battery report. A mother and her autistic son 
had an argument during which the son struck the mother 
several times on her body. The 22-year-old Asian male did 
not meet the requirements for an involuntary psychiatric 
hold and the mother was not desirous of prosecution. 
4. At about 7:33 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic 
stop on a vehicle in the area of Santa Anita Avenue and 
Camino Real Avenue for tinted windows and a broken 
tail light. The officer discovered the driver, a 22-year-old 
Black male, was in possession of a dangerous weapon in 
the form of a wooden baseball bat and the passenger, a 
24-year-old Black male, had an outstanding misdemeanor 
warrant. Both subjects were arrested and transported to 
the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Tuesday, June 10:

5. At approximately 10:19 a.m., an officer was 
dispatched to a traffic collision in the area of Michillinda 
Avenue and Encanto Drive. As Party-2 was driving north 
on Michillinda, he stopped in the roadway to let a peacock 
pass by when Party-1 collided into his passenger side. The 
officer determined Party-1 was at fault since the driver 
failed to yield at a stop sign. No injuries were reported. 
6. Around 1:50 p.m., an officer conducted a traffic 
stop on a vehicle at Michillinda Avenue and Sunset Avenue 
for driving with a suspended license due to a previous DUI. 
The 68-year-old White male explained he did not know his 
license was suspended. He also had expired registration and 
no proof of insurance. He was cited in the field for the listed 
charges and his vehicle was impounded for 30 days. 


Wednesday, June 11:

7. Around 9:22 a.m., an officer made consensual 
contact with a bicyclist in the 2800 block of Foss Avenue. 
The officer discovered the 30-year-old Hispanic male was 
in possession of methamphetamine. He was arrested and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
8. At about 4:42 p.m., an officer was dispatched to 
Rite Aid, 165 East Foothill Boulevard, regarding a suspect 
detained for theft. The 18-year-old Hispanic male selected 
a pair of 5 lbs. ankle weights and put them on his ankles 
after discarding the packaging inside the store. Shortly 
after, he filled a bag with merchandise and attempted 
to exit the location without making payment. He was 
arrested for Commercial Burglary and Providing False 
Information, and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for 
booking. 


Thursday, June 12:

9. At about 7:44 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic 
stop on a motorcyclist driving a gas powered bicycle in 
the area of Longden Avenue and Myrtle Avenue for not 
wearing a helmet. An investigation revealed the driver 
was never issued a license, and was in possession of 
methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The 31-year-
old Hispanic male was arrested and transported to the 
Arcadia City Jail for booking. 
10. Shortly after 7:20 p.m., an officer conducted a 
traffic stop on a vehicle in the 300 block of Santa Clara 
Street for tinted windows. The officer discovered the 
driver, a 29-year-old Hispanic male, was under the 
influence of a controlled substance. A search of his vehicle 
revealed he was in possession of narcotics for sale, drug 
paraphernalia, several credit cards that were linked to 
fraud, and property that was obtained by fraud. He was 
arrested for the listed charges and transported to the 
Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Friday, June 13: 

11. Around 7:15 p.m., an officer responded to a 
residence in the 000 block of Peachtree Avenue regarding 
a suspicious circumstances investigation. The victim, a 
juvenile male, explained he was walking to 7-Eleven in 
the 900 block of West Duarte Road in Monrovia when a 
vehicle pulled alongside him. The driver asked the juvenile 
if he wanted a ride and after the juvenile gave no response 
and continued walking, the driver cursed at him to come 
back and followed him. The juvenile ran into 7-Eleven, at 
which time the vehicle made a right turn on Duarte Road 
and headed eastbound out of sight.


 The subject is described as a heavy set Asian male, 
approximately 30 to 40-years-old, medium length “gelled” 
black hair, with a short goatee, wearing a black t-shirt. 
The suspect vehicle is described as an old, dirty black car, 
possibly late 90’s model. The make and model type are 
unknown. 

12. Shortly after 9:40 p.m., an officer conducted a 
traffic stop on a bicyclist in the area of Huntington Drive 
and Centennial Way for not having any wheel reflectors. 
The officer discovered the 39-year-old White male was 
in possession of narcotic drugs. He was arrested and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. 


Saturday, June 14:

13. At about 7:14 p.m., an officer responded to a traffic 
collision in the parking lot of Jiffy Lube, 5 West Huntington 
Drive. A 35-year-old Hispanic female rear-ended another 
vehicle and she was determined to be under the influence 
of alcohol. She was arrested and transported to the Arcadia 
City Jail for booking. Bringing a Controlled Substance into 
a City Jail was added to the suspect’s charges after cocaine 
was found hidden inside her bra.
14. Shortly after 9:55 p.m., an officer observed a 
vehicle blocking a driveway in the 2000 block of South 
Sixth Avenue. As the officer made contact with the driver 
who was inspecting a residence’s gate and pad lock, he 
detected a strong odor of marijuana coming from the 
location. A protective sweep of the house revealed it 
was being used as a marijuana grow. The 60-year-old 
Asian male was arrested for Cultivating Marijuana and 
transported to the Arcadia City Jail for booking. Further 
investigation is being conducted by the Detective Bureau. 


CITY OF ARCADIA - SUMMER CONCERT & 
MOVIES IN THE PARK SERIES!

The Arcadia Recreation and Community 
Services Department proudly announces 
the Summer Concert Series for 2014!

Mark your calendar! The City of 
Arcadia’s FREE summer concert series is 
approaching fast, so make sure you don’t 
miss out on the fun in the sun! The summer 
concerts are held on Thursday evenings 
starting at 6:30-8pm on the lawn between 
City Hall and the Police Department (240 
West Huntington Drive). Bring the kids 
out to participate in the FREE fun zone, 
featuring games, crafts, and activities each 
week. In addition, the City is pleased to 
announce The Surfer Taco Food Truck at 
all of the 2014 Summer Concert Series! A 
portion of the proceeds will be given to 
the Recreation and Community Services 
Department! For more information, 
please call 626.574.5113. Listed below is 
the line-up for this summer.

The Answer (Classic Rock) – July 10, 2014

Since 1964, The Answer has been 
supplying its renditions of top 40 hits, 
back then popular rock and today now 
classified as classic rock. The Answer’s 
uncanny reproduction of all that’s good 
in classic rock today sets them far above 
their competition. With stage energy, 
witty antics, and FREE giveaways, The 
Answer delivers a knock out show which 
is enjoyed by all ages! This is simply a show 
you cannot miss!

Tommy Tassi and the Authentics (Oldies) 
– July 17, 2014

Tommy Tassi and the Authentics have 
been entertaining southern California 
audiences since 1978. They specialize in 
the pop hits of the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s. The 
group’s main feature is its front man and 
lead vocalist, Tommy Tassi, who has an 
uncanny ability to sound like many of 
the legendary artists. From the tender 
ballads to the bellowing rockers, he truly 
delivers sound-a-like renditions of the 
classic hits. As a showman, he brings 
much enthusiasm to the stage, working 
the audience with his spirited personality 
and creating an atmosphere of clapping, 
singing along and dancing.

Wise Guys (Big Band) – July 24, 2014

From Swing to Swank, The Wiseguys 
Big Band Machine is an eighteen-piece 
ensemble dedicated to keeping great 
music alive. For over 20 years this 
Montebello, California-based big band 
features a screamin’ horn line, talented 
vocalist, exciting soloists, and a roarin’ 
rhythm section. Their repertoire includes 
the swingin’ vocal tunes of Frank Sinatra, 
Bobby Darin, Dean Martin and big band 
favorites from Glenn Miller, Pérez Prado, 
Count Basie and Buddy Rich. If you caught 
their show you know The Wiseguys keep 
audiences on the dance floor with their 
Big Band Vegas Sound… BET ON IT!!

PlayTheGroove Band (Modern & 
Contemporary Jazz) – July 31, 2014

The PlayTheGroove Band (aka Present 
Tense) brings vocal and instrumental 
compositions into a new era. By blending 
driving grooves with textures of R&B, 
rock, funk, pop and touches of Latin,the 
ensemble creates a fresh sound that is as 
sophisticated as it is accessible. The

PlayTheGroove Band is a “Jazz Jam 
Band Experience” exhibiting a blend 
of original compositions with unique 
renditions of contemporary classics. 
They combine contrasting styles so 
flawlessly, it’s breathtaking. Like a sleek, 
fast rollercoaster, the music challenges 
listeners to hold on tight and enjoy the 
ride. (Partial listing)


ASSEMBLYMEMBER HOLDEN HONORS 
MONROVIA BUSINESS 

A longtime Monrovia business has been named Small Business of the Year for 
the 41st Assembly District. At the California Small Business Day ceremony in 
Sacramento today, Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena) recognized 
Pam Fitzpatrick as owner of The Dollmakers Kattywom-pus. The annual awards 
program honors small businesses throughout the state.

“I am pleased to honor Pam Fitzpatrick not only for all her hard work, but for her 
civic commit-ment as well,” said Assemblymember Holden. “Pam is a success 
not only because she’s a good businesswoman, but because she gives back to the 
community. Businesses like hers are the back-bone of the community and it is 
important that we recognize their contributions to the economy of California.”

“I was both surprised and honored to receive the phone call that our family business 
had won this award. And it makes me smile every time I think about it: it IS possible 
to pursue your dream and succeed, and it IS possible to do it with your family,” said 
Pam Fitzpatrick. 

Fitzpatrick, the owner of The Dollmakers’ Kattywompus, has been a part of the 
Monrovia busi-ness scene since 1991 when the store first opened in Old Town. 
Since then, her doll and retro toy store has expanded to offer music lessons and 
free Friday night concerts. Fitzpatrick is also very active in her community and has 
helped many non-profits by donating toys and giving of her time and energy. Her 
sister and co-owner, Jennifer Ranger accompanied her to Sacramento.

She was nominated by Becky Shevlin, Mayor Pro Tem, City of Monrovia who stated, 
“Pam Fitzpatrick is beyond tireless in her pursuit to not only promote her own 
family business but to also promote and protect the interests of other businesses in 
Monrovia Old Town.” 

Monrovia Police Blotter

Highlighted Activity for the Weekend of June 16-18, 2014

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department 
handled 383 service events, resulting in 84 investigations. 
To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to http://
www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/monrovia for crime 
mapping. For Police Department news and information, 
visit our website and follow us on Twitter.

Welfare Check / Driving Under the Influence of a 
Controlled Substance /Possession of Drug Paraphernalia 
/ Possession of Marijuana – Suspect Arrested

On June 16 at 12:47 p.m., police received a call reporting 
a dark gray Toyota Prius with paper plates stopped on 
the southwest corner of Heliotrope and Lime, with the 
driverslumped over the wheel and the brake lights on. 
Officers responded and determined the subject was 
under the influence of a controlled substance. When 
officers contacted him, he had a pipe for smoking 
methamphetamine in his hand and marijuana was found 
in his vehicle. The suspect was arrested and taken into 
custody.

Mental Evaluation

On June 16 at 1:14 p.m., a 16-year-old male subject who 
lives at a group home in the 900 block of West Olive was 
in a verbal altercation with another subject and punched 
a wall, hurting his hand. He was taken to a hospital by 
the on-site keeper. Later that day, police received a call 
reporting the subject was attempting suicide. He had 
climbed on top of a chair that he had placed on a pool 
table and had a sheet. When officers arrived, he denied 
any suicide attempt. He does not like where he has been 
placed. He was taken to a hospital for mental evaluation.

Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested

On June 17 at 4:13 p.m., an officer was dispatched 
to Highway Esplanade and Chestnut regarding an 
intoxicated subject. An officer arrived and located the 
subject, who was breathing, but was not responsive. 
Monrovia Fire Department paramedics checked the 
subject. He was determined to be intoxicated and was 
arrested for being drunk in public.

Residential Burglary

On June 17 at 9:16 p.m., a burglary was reported in then 
500 block of Valmont. The victim arrived home and 
found his front door, rear window and back door open. 
The home had been ransacked and jewelry was missing. 
The occurrence time is believed to be between 10:00 to 
11:00 a.m. The investigation is continuing.

72 Hours Mental Evaluation

On June 17 at 11:14 p.m., officers responded to a 
residence in the 300 block of East Palm on the report 
of a family disturbance. The female caller was crying 
on the telephone and told the dispatcher her husband 
was acting bizarre and was in possession of a handgun. 
When officers arrived, the female subject was waiting 
outside. The subject was inside the house with their two 
small children. Officers directed personnel around the 
perimeter of the residence. The dispatcher called the 
residence in an effort to facilitate a welfare check on the 
children. The subject refused all suggestions and would 
not cooperate, and he also admitted that he was armed 
with a gun.

 A police sergeant was able to contact the subject and 
began negotiated with him on the telephone. The subject 
eventually agreed to put the gun down and go to the 
door to speak with officers. As officers approached the 
front door, the suspect began to slowly retreat back into 
the residence. Fearing for the safety of the children, the 
officers subdued the subject and detained him without 
further incident. A semi-automatic handgun was 
recovered from the kitchen counter. The magazine for 
the weapon was found nearby and was loaded with five 
rounds of live ammunition. The children were unharmed. 
The subject was determined to be a danger to himself and 
others, and was taken to a mental facility, where he would 
be held for a 72-hour mental evaluation. The weapon was 
seized.

DUARTE STATION 
SPECIFIC PLAN 
RECEIVES ECONOMIC 
DEVELOPMENT AWARD

 The City of Duarte has received the 2014 
Economic Planning and Development Award 
from the American Planning Association – 
Los Angeles Chapter (APALA) for the Duarte 
Station Specific Plan and EIR. The award 
was presented on June 12 at the APALA 
awards gala in Los Angeles. The specific 
plan was recognized for its forward thinking 
approach to planning with a focus on both 
economically feasible development and high 
quality design standards.

 The Duarte Station Specific Plan was adopted 
by the Duarte City Council on December 10, 
2013 and establishes the economic and land 
use framework for an innovative, transit 
oriented development adjacent to the future 
Duarte Gold Line Station scheduled to begin 
service in 2016. The Plan provides for mixed-
use development of up to 475 residential 
units, 400,000 square feet of office, 12,000 of 
commercial, and 250 hotel rooms in the 19-
acre planning area. RBF, the Dahlin Group 
and Economic and Planning Systems assisted 
in the drafting of the plan. 

 One unique element of the plan was its 
incorporation of a Fiscal Impact Analysis that 
analyzed both the financial impacts of plan 
and the economic feasibility of development 
in the area. Community Development 
Director Craig Hensley explained, “From 
the beginning of the project, the City set the 
goal to develop a plan that would promote 
development at the Duarte Gold Line Station 
area. To accomplish this, the plan needed 
to allow for a mix of uses and densities that 
would be feasible for development. The plan 
also required excellent architectural designs 
so that development near the Gold Line 
station would be special and create a positive 
sense of place. It is great that the APALA has 
recognized the quality work that was done in 
Duarte.”

 This award is another indicator that Duarte 
is dedicated to quality economic development 
and the City Council and City Staff are on 
the right track. “This is a great follow up to 
the Most Business Friendly City award,” 
Hensley said. For additional information 
on the Duarte Station Specific Plan visit 
ww.accessduarte.com or call (626) 357-7931, 
ext. 230.

HONORING OUR OWN

The Monrovia Police Department will be recognizing 
the accomplishments of six of our employees on 
Thursday, June 19, 2014, at 5:00 p.m., in the City of 
Monrovia Council Chambers. The six recipients will 
be awarded the Distinguished Service Medal for their 
exceptional work, their dedication to the Monrovia 
Police Department and their commitment to the 
community of Monrovia. 

 The Honorees are:

DISTINGUISHED SERVICE MEDAL

Detective Roberto Wilken

Detective Sarah Bushmeyer

Detective Stewart Levin

Officer John Jefferson

Officer James Ruano

Jailer Christine Garland

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