Mountain Views News          Saturday, December 14, 2013

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Mountain Views News Saturday. December 14, 2013 

Monrovia Police Blotter


Highlighted Activity for the Weekdays of December 9-11 2013

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 368 service events, resulting in 78 
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 for police notifications.

Vehicle vs. Pedestrian Traffic Collision

December 9 at 8:55 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of Myrtle and Foothill. 
A mother was pushing her daughter in a stroller south on Myrtle, crossing Foothill, when a vehicle 
traveling south on Myrtle turned east onto Foothill and struck them. Both were taken to a hospital, 
the mother for complaint of pain and the daughter for evaluation.

Hazmat Spill

December 9 at 11:13 p.m., police received a call of a possible hazmat spill at a business location in the 
100 block of Railroad. Monrovia police officers established a perimeter, while Monrovia fire personnel 
responded and conducted an assessment of the spill. Approximately 300 employees were evaluated 
at the scene, with about 100 receiving triage, and 7 were taken to local hospitals for treatment.

Trespassing / Under the Influence of a Controlled Substance / Resisting and Delaying a Peace Officer

December 10 at 1:17 p.m., officers responded to the 400 block of East Walnut regarding a subject seen 
going into a residence, which was later determined to be a neighbor's residence. Officers responded 
and contacted the subject who appeared to be under the influence of a controlled substance. The subject 
resisted and struggled with officers as they attempted to detain him. The subject was eventually 
taken into custody. He said he entered the residence while the resident was away to get his computer. 
The suspect was arrested for the above listed charges.

Minor in Possession of a Broad-tip Marker – Suspect Cited

December 10 at 7:29 p.m., two male juveniles were seen on the top level of a parking structure in 
the 100 block of West Colorado looking at the walls. Officers arrived, questioned the subjects and 
discovered they were looking for a place to write graffiti. One of the subjects was in possession of 
three broad-tip markers. The juveniles were released to their parents. The subject in possession of the 
markers received a citation to appear in court. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested

December 11 at 12:30 a.m., a male subject was reported to have fallen asleep behind the wheel of his 
vehicle with the engine running at a gas station at Myrtle and Evergreen. The vehicle was next to a gas 
pump with the hose still attached to the vehicle's gas tank. When officers arrived, they discovered the 
male was heavily intoxicated and was determined to be DUI. The subject was arrested and taken into

custody.

TIP OF THE WEEK: HOME BURGLARY PREVENTION

Criminals look for easy targets. Burglars, watch for homes that are dark and seem to be temporarily 
unoccupied. Residential burglary prevention continues to be a focus of the Monrovia Police Department. 
Police officer presence in neighborhoods, investigators working surveillance, following up on 
leads and tips, and recovering stolen property are all part of preventing residential burglaries and 
property crime.

-Here is what you can do to help:

-Lock all of your doors and windows when you are not home. Leave any exterior lights on if they are 
not sensor activated.

-Make sure that all side gates are locked and secured.

-If you have an alarm system, activate it, even if you will be away for just a few minutes.

-If you have surveillance cameras affixed to the exterior of your property, make sure you

periodically check them to ensure they are working properly.

-Ensure that all of your hedges and or bushes are trimmed from the front of your

residence so that your house is not concealed from the street.

-Never leave old newspapers, mail or door leaflets piled up on the front steps of your

residence.

-Never leave valuables in plain view from the outside.

-If you have valuables, please secure them in either a safe or safe deposit box at your

local bank.

-Always take an active role in getting to know your neighborhood.

-Keep your eyes open to suspicious activity in your neighborhood and always do your

part as a good witness. 

-Never attempt to stop a crime; always call 911.

The most important deterrent in preventing property crime is you, the resident. It is very easy for you 
to take an active role in keeping your property safe. It is extremely important for residents to discourage 
a would-be thief and make their job as difficult and time consuming as possible. And if you see 
something suspicious happening in your neighborhood, do not hesitate to call police and report it.