Mountain Views News, Sierra Madre Edition [Pasadena] Saturday, February 16, 2019

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Mountain View News Saturday, February 16, 2019 


ARCADIA POLICE BLOTTER

For the period of Sunday, February 3rd, through 
Saturday, February 9th, the Police Department 
responded to 959 calls for service, of which 98 required 
formal investigations. The following is a summary report 
of the major incidents handled by the Department 
during this period.

Sunday, February 3:

 Shortly before 2:00 a.m., an officer responded to 
the 1500 block of East Clark Street regarding a vehicle 
burglary report. The officer discovered an unknown 
suspect broke the passenger window of the vehicle 
and stole a purse and gift cards. No suspects were seen 
and no witnesses were located. 
At approximately 11:15 a.m., an officer responded 
to the Arcadia Police Department front counter 
regarding a fraud report. The suspect posed as a loan 
company, contacted the victim, and convinced him 
to purchase gift cards in exchange for a deposit to his 
checking account. The victim complied and when the 
suspects cancelled the deposit, the victim discovered 
he had been scammed. The total loss was $1,900.00. 
The investigation is ongoing. 

Monday, February 4:

 Just after 9:02 p.m., officers responded to a residence 
in the 1200 block of Rodeo Road regarding a burglary 
in progress. Surveillance footage confirmed two 
suspects attempted to enter the home, however, they 
fled when they saw the victim’s sleeping inside. 

 The suspects are described as two black males, thin 
to medium builds, seen wearing hooded sweatshirts. 
The investigation is ongoing. 

Tuesday, February 5:

 At approximately 1:47 a.m., officers responded 
to CVS, 1401 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding 
a robbery report. Store employees witnessed two 
suspects working in concert to steal numerous bottles 
of probiotics. An employee confronted one of the 
suspects and resulted in the suspect throwing a stolen 
scale at the employee. Both suspects fled.

 One suspect is described as a white male in his 40’s 
with short curly brown hair. The second suspect is 
described as a white male in his 30’s, approximately 
6’ tall, seen wearing a blue visor, grey sweatshirt, and 
blue jeans. The investigation is ongoing. 

 Around 12:21 p.m., an officer responded to a 
residence in the 1100 block of West Duarte Road 
regarding a vandalism report. The victim discovered 
an unknown suspect spray painted graffiti on their 
garage door sometime between February 1st and 
February 2nd. No suspects were seen and no witnesses 
were located. 

 Just before 8:39 p.m., an officer responded to 
a residence in the 800 block of Fairview Avenue 
regarding a grand theft report. An investigation 
revealed the victim had her $12,200 bracelet stolen 
after she left it on a shared bathroom counter. The 
investigation is ongoing. 

Wednesday, February 6:

 At about 10:25 a.m., an officer responded to a 
residence in the 100 block of West Las Tunas Drive 
regarding an attempted vehicle theft report. The 
officer determined an unknown suspect damaged the 
vehicle in an attempt to steal it. No suspects were seen 
and no witnesses were located. 

 Shortly after 11:25 a.m., an officer responded 
to a residence in the 600 block of Walnut Avenue 
regarding a burglary report. Sometime between 
January 17th and February 6th, unknown suspect(s) 
smashed a rear window, ransacked the home, and fled 
undetected. The investigation is ongoing. 

Thursday, February 7:

 Before 2:00 p.m., an officer responded to the 
200 block of West Huntington Drive regarding a 
theft from vehicle report. The victim discovered an 
unknown suspect entered her unlocked vehicle and 
stole her aftermarket radio. No suspects were seen and 
no witnesses were located. 

 Around 8:23 p.m., an officer responded to LA 
Fitness, 1325 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding an 
armed robbery report. An investigation revealed 
the suspect approached the victim as he was sitting 
in his car, displayed a handgun, and demanded 
money. The victim gave the suspect his designer 
watch and wallet. The suspect fled in a silver 
Hyundai sedan. 

 The suspect is described as a black male, 
approximately 6’ tall, medium build, seen wearing a 
black ski mask, black gloves, and a black jacket. 
The suspect had a silver handgun. The investigation is 
ongoing. 

Friday, February 8: 

 At about 10:22 a.m., an officer responded to 
a residence in the 300 block of California Street 
regarding a fraud report. The officer discovered 
an unknown suspect charged $1,733.99 to a 
fraudulent account using the victim’s name. The 
victim does not know how the suspect obtained 
his personal information or the identity of the 
suspect. 

 Just before 3:51 p.m., an officer responded to Posey, 
5635 Peck Road, regarding a vehicle burglary report. 
A witness reportedly saw the suspect break the victim’s 
car window with his elbow and steal her jacket. The 
suspect fled in a black Lexus sedan.

 The suspect is described as a Hispanic male with 
a shaved head, approximately 5’10” tall, thick build, 
seen wearing a grey sweatshirt and black sweatpants. 
The investigation is ongoing. 

 Shortly after 6:55 p.m., an officer responded to 
Lens Crafters, 400 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding 
a grand theft report. An investigation revealed two 
female suspects concealed approximately $3,000.00 
worth of glasses before exiting the store, failing to 
make payment. 

 The suspects are described as two black females, 
both with large builds, seen wearing hooded 
sweatshirts and carrying large handbags. The 
investigation is ongoing. 
At approximately 10:29 p.m., an officer responded 
to a residence in the 2600 block of Foss Avenue 
regarding a burglary report. The officer discovered 
unknown suspect(s) entered through an unlocked 
door and stole $5,000 in cash and $7,000 in jewelry. 
The investigation is ongoing. 

CITY OF ARCADIA - CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

The league is organized to provide a fun, non-
competitive, learning experience. All skill levels 
are encouraged to participate. League registration 
is limited and will take place online at www.
ArcadiaCA.gov or in person at the Recreation 
Office beginning Monday, February 4 and will 
remain open until filled. The league is open to 
both boys and girls in grades 6-8. Practices will be 
held two times a week after school at each middle 
school campus. Rotating teams will scrimmage 
each other at the Dana Gym on Friday evenings 
and/or Saturday mornings. The league will run 
from March 25 through May 24. Transportation to 
and from games/practices is the responsibility of 
the participant. For more information please call 
626.574.5113.

GUESS THE OSCARS 2019 AT 

ARCADIA PUBLIC LIBRARY 

Share in the Oscar excitement at the Arcadia Public 
Library’s pre-Oscar party starting at 1 pm on Saturday, 
February 23. Fill out your 2019 Oscars ballet and try 
to guess the most winners, learn more about this 
year’s nominations, and watch an awardwinning 
movie. Light refreshments will be served. 

 No registration is need, but attendees must be over 
17 years of age. 

 For more information, please call 626.821.5569, 
or visit the Arcadia Public Library’s website at www.
ArcadiaCA.gov/library. The Arcadia Public Library 
is located at 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia. The Library 
is open Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 
9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 
6:00 p.m. You can also follow the Library on Facebook 
and Twitter. 

IT’S TIME TO READ ACROSS AMERICA! 

Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday at the Arcadia Public 
Library at 10:30 am on Wednesday, February 27! 
The Arcadia Fire Fighters and Police Officers will 
read some great stories and lead tours of their safety 
vehicles. There will also be a light snack and a special 
souvenir to take home. 

 NEA's Read Across America Day is a nationwide 
reading celebration that commemorates Dr. Seuss's 
birthday on March 2. Across the country, thousands of 
schools, libraries, and community centers participate 
by bringing together kids, teens, and books, and you 
can join them at the Arcadia Public Library! 

 For more information, please call 626.821.5566 
or visit the Arcadia Public Library’s website at www.
ArcadiaCA.gov/library. The Arcadia Public Library 
is located at 20 W. Duarte Rd., Arcadia. The Library 
is open Monday through Thursday, 10:00 a.m. until 
9:00 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 10:00 a.m. until 
6:00 p.m. You can also follow the Library on Facebook 
and Twitter. 

ADVANCES IN OPHTHALMOLOGY

Arcadia Senior Services in partnership with 
Methodist Hospital is having a free informative 
health lecture on, “Recent Advances in 
Ophthalmology”. It will take place on Tuesday, 
February 26 at 1:30pm, Arcadia Community 
Center, 365 Campus Drive. Dr. Elson Lai will 
discuss the most common issues medical doctors 
see in the eye: macular degeneration, cataracts, 
glaucoma, diabetes and dry eye. The program is for 
individuals age 50 and over. If you are interested in 
attending or for additional information, please call 
Arcadia Senior Services at 626.574.5130. 


MONROVIA POLICE BLOTTER

From City Manager’s Report

COUNCIL MEMBER CRUDGINGTON BATTLING 
ORAL CANCER, AND RIGHT NOW… SHE’S 
WINNING BIG TIME!

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department 
handled 357 service events, resulting in 73 investigations. 
To see a complete listing of crimes reported, go to crime 
mapping at http://www.crimemapping.com/map/ca/
monrovia. For Police Department news and information, 
visit our website and follow us on Twitter, Instagram or 
Nextdoor. 

Theft From a Vehicle February 7 at 12:25 p.m., a 
resident in the 800 block of Oakglade called to report 
that her purse was stolen from her unlocked vehicle. 
The suspect then attempted to use the victim’s credit 
cards to purchase merchandise in neighboring cities, 
but was unsuccessful. The investigation is continuing. 

Non-Injury Traffic Collision / Driving Under the 
Influence – Suspect Arrested February 7 at 7:27 p.m., 
a caller reported that a vehicle had collided into two 
parked cars and then parked along the curb near 
the intersection of Lemon and Shamrock. Officers 
responded and found the driver was intoxicated. They 
conducted an investigation for driving under the 
influence and the driver was arrested for DUI. 

Non-Injury Traffic Collision February 7 at 7:40 p.m., 
a caller reported that a motorist traveling north in the 
100 block of N. Myrtle collided into a parked vehicle. 
Officers arrived and contacted the driver, who was not 
injured. The owner of the parked vehicle was located 
and a report was taken. 

Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested 
February 8 at 5:54 p.m., a resident in the 800 block of 
Bonita called to report a male subject loitering in the 
area. Officers contacted the subject, and a consensual 
search revealed a pipe for smoking methamphetamine 
in his possession. He was arrested for the paraphernalia 
and released with a citation to appear in court on the 
charge. 

Hit & Run Traffic Collision February 8 at 6:28 p.m., 
a hit and run traffic collision was reported in the 600 
block of Linwood. The victim was walking on Linwood 
when a vehicle began reversing and slightly struck him. 
The vehicle drove away without making contact with 
the victim. The victim complained of pain, but refused 
medical treatment. Investigation continuing. 

Attempt Burglary February 9 at 8:42 a.m., a resident in 
the 400 block of Prospect called to report an attempt 
burglary at his home. When he woke in the morning, he 
saw a notification on his Ring Doorbell from 12:38 a.m. 
He viewed it and saw that an unknown male subject had 
rushed his door in an attempt to break it down. When it 
did not break, the suspect ran back to a waiting vehicle, 
which fled the area. Investigation continuing. 

Warrants / Possession of Narcotics – Suspect Arrested 
February 9 at 10:20 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the 
1800 block of Tenth when he saw a subject on a bicycle 
commit a traffic violation. A stop was conducted and 
a computer check revealed the subject had outstanding 
warrants for his arrest. The subject was arrested for the 
warrants, and during a search of his person, he was also 
found to be in possession of methamphetamine, which 
was added to his charges. 

No-Bail Warrant / Possession of a Controlled Substance 
/ Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested 
February 9 at 4:40 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 
area near Myrtle and Longden when he saw a suspicious 
vehicle. He ran a computer check on the vehicle, which 
revealed the registered owner had an outstanding 
warrant for his arrest and a no-bail warrant for drug 
sales. The officer initiated a traffic stop on the vehicle. 
The registered owner was driving the vehicle and was 
arrested for the warrants. The subject was also found to 
be in possession of drugs and drug paraphernalia. 

Non-Injury Traffic Collision February 9 at 6:22 p.m., 
an officer was dispatched to a traffic collision in the 
800 block of W. Huntington. A semi-truck and trailer 
hauling electricity poles was exiting the freeway with 
a follow safety vehicle. An SUV was also exiting the 
freeway and approached the turn at a high rate of speed, 
bypassing the follow safety vehicle. When both the 
truck and SUV were turning off the freeway, the poles 
on the trailer collided into the side rear window of the 
SUV. No one was injured and the party at fault was 
issued a citation. 

Armed Robbery February 9 at 6:57 p.m., a husband and 
wife were getting into their vehicle in the 600 block of 
W. Huntington, when they were approached by two 
male Black suspects on each side of the vehicle that 
demanded money. One of the suspects brandished a 
silver handgun, and the suspects took the wife's purse 
and the husband's wallet. The suspects fled in a white 
sedan. The husband's wallet was recovered down the 
street. The investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft February 9 at 8:28 p.m., a grand theft was 
reported in the 1200 block of N. Canyon. The victim 
had parked his vehicle in the area and went for a run. He 
did not lock the vehicle. When he returned, his wallet 
and his wife's cell phone had been taken. He was later 
notified that his credit card was used at a business in 
Duarte. Investigation continuing. 

Hit & Run Traffic Collision February 9 at 10:45 p.m., a 
hit and run traffic collision was reported in the 800 block 
of W. Huntington. Two motorists were making a left turn 
from the freeway off-ramp onto Huntington. While they 
were turning, one of the vehicles sideswiped the other 
and then fled east on Huntington. The suspect vehicle 
was described as a gray SUV. Investigation continuing. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested 
February 10 at 2:35 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic 
stop for vehicle code violations. The officer found the 
driver to be intoxicated. An investigation was conducted 
for driving under the influence and the driver was 
arrested for DUI. 

Commerical Burglary February 10 at 10:47 a.m., 
an employee from a business in the 2100 block of S. 
Myrtle called police to report that four storage units 
had the locks cut off and the doors were open. Officers 
responded and determined the suspects gained entry to 
the property by pushing down the gate off of Peck Road. 
Investigation continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested February 10 
at 10:00 p.m., an officer located a stolen vehicle that 
was traveling north in the 2200 block of S. Myrtle. 
Officers stopped the vehicle and arrested the driver. The 
vehicle was reported stolen by the Los Angeles Police 
Department. 


Last week, Council Member 
Gloria Crudgington shared with 
the community that she had 
been diagnosed with oral cancer. 
The early stage tumor that was 
detected in her tongue was most 
likely caused by oral lichen planus, 
a rare autoimmune disorder, and a 
disorder that only rarely results in 
cancer. Of note, a comprehensive 
head to toe PET scan confirmed 
that the cancer is confined to 
her tongue, and after multiple 
visits to the Keck USC Medical 
Center and the City of Hope, 
Council Member Crudgington 
had elective surgery to remove 
the tumor at the City of Hope this 
past Thursday, February 7, 2019.

 I am so delighted to be able to share that the 
operation was a complete success! After more than 
two hours of surgery, the tumor was successfully 
removed from Council Member Crudgington’s 
tongue, and further biopsy analysis indicated that 
the cancerous cells were confined 
to the tumor that was removed. 
Cleve Crudgington, Council 
Member Crudgington’s terrific 
live-in nurse (and husband), 
shared that although she is in 
pain, she has been “bouncing 
back with remarkable speed.” 
In fact, Council Member 
Crudgington was reported to be 
maintaining her unique sense 
of humor, and was recovering 
well enough to be released to 
return home this past Saturday, 
February 9. 

 In the coming weeks, I’m sure that 
Council Member Crudgington 
will have more to share about this 
entire situation. In the meantime, 
I am sure that everyone in the community feels the 
same sense of outright relief and absolute delight at 
this amazing news! Here’s to more warm thoughts 
and good vibes being sent her way as she continues to 
recover from this particular fight with cancer!


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