Mountain Views News, Combined Edition Saturday, January 21, 2023

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7ARCADIA - MONROVIA - DUARTE Mountain Views News Saturday, January 21, 2023 
7ARCADIA - MONROVIA - DUARTE 
ARCADIA POLICE BLOTTER 

For the period of Sunday, January 8th through 
Saturday, January 14th, the Police Department responded 
to 986 calls for service, of which 114 required 
formal investigations. The following is a 
summary report of some of the major incidents 
handled by the Department during this period. 

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Sunday, January 8:

1. At 3:34 a.m., an officer responded to Hen Jiu 
Yi Quan BBQ Bar, located at 168 Las Tunas Drive,
regarding a commercial burglary report. Surveillance 
footage revealed three suspects smashed the 
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front glass window, ransacked the business, andfled with electronics and cash. The suspects aredescribed as three males, all with thin builds andwearing dark clothing.
Another burglary occurred nearby at Arcadia Donuts, 
located at 34 Las Tunas Drive, with similarcircumstances. Those suspects fled in a black sedan. 
The investigations are ongoing.

2. At 6:57 p.m., an officer responded to TheShops at Santa Anita, located at 400 South BaldwinAvenue, regarding a vehicle burglary. An investigation 
revealed sometime between 4:00 p.m. and 6:30
p.m. on January 8th, someone pried open the rear 
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window latch to her Chevrolet Suburban and stole 
the third-row seat. 

Monday, January 9:

3. At 3:18 a.m., officers responded to USCArcadia Hospital, located at 300 West HuntingtonDrive, regarding a male suspect trespassing. A re11. 
cords check of the individual revealed he had an 
outstanding felony warrant for his arrest. Whenofficers attempted to detain the 32-year-old malefrom Los Angeles, he resisted but was ultimatelyarrested. A search of his property revealed he wasin possession of a controlled substance and drugparaphernalia. He was transported to the ArcadiaCity Jail for booking.

4. At 3:33 a.m., officers responded to an au12. 
dible alarm activation at a home located in the 1900 
block of South Santa Anita Avenue. An investigation 
revealed unknown suspect(s) attempted to enter 
the victim’s garage by prying open a pedestriandoor. The suspect(s) failed to make entry and no 
loss was reported. It is unknown if this attemptedburglary is related to a recent burglary that occurred 
at the victim’s home on January 8th.

5. At 9:09 a.m., an officer responded to Vons 
Corporation, located at 618 Michillinda Avenue,
regarding a theft from vehicle report. An investi13. 
gation revealed someone stole a catalytic converterfrom one of the company trucks. The crime occurred 
sometime between Friday, January 6th and 

Tuesday, January 10:

6. At 2:40 a.m., an officer responded to Fashion 
Optical, located at 1220 South Golden WestAvenue, regarding a commercial burglary report.
Surveillance footage revealed three suspects priedopen the front door and fled with numerous pairsof glasses. The suspects are described as three men 
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in hooded sweatshirts. 

7. At 8:21 p.m., an officer responded to Macy’s, 
located at 400 South Baldwin Avenue, regarding 
a robbery report. An investigation revealed aknown suspect pushed a loss prevention employee
when he was confronted for stealing a watch. Thesuspect has been identified as a 27-year-old male 

DUARTE POLICE BLOTTER 

The following is a synopsis of crimes reported for 
the week of January 08, 2023 – January 14, 2023. 

January 8, 2023 

• Grand Theft Auto (Attempt) :
1600 Block of 1st Street. On January 8, 2023 at 2:00AM, suspect(s) un-known driving a grey ford towtruck with no plates attempted to take the vic-tim's 
parked vehicle, a green 1959 Chevy Bel Air. No surveillance 
video is available. 
January 10, 2023 

• Aggravated Assault: 
1302 Huntington Drive (Carl’s Jr). On January 10, 
2023 at 2:00 PM, the vic-tim was walking in the 
parking lot of Carl’s Jr. when she was approached 
by a known male black adult transient. The suspect 
was holding a long metal pole and speaking incoherently 
towards the victim. Without warning, the 
suspect swung the metal pipe toward the victim. 
The victim was able to back out of the way, avoiding 
being struck in the face. Fearing for her safety, 
the victim ran away and immediately advised her 
boyfriend of the incident. The victim’s boy-friend, 
followed by the victim, responded to the scene, 
where the boyfriend confronted the suspect. As the 
boyfriend confronted the suspect, he was swung at 
with the metal pole by the suspect. The second victim, 
being nearly hit, grabbed hold of the suspect, 
placed him in a headlock, and brought him down 
to the ground, where he detained him pending arrival 
of law enforce-ment. No surveillance video is 
available. 

• Burglary (Commercial): 
934 Hamilton Road (Wings Shop Halal). On January 
10, 2023 at 4:00 AM, suspect(s) unknown shattered 
the front glass door and entered the business. 
Once inside, the suspect(s) ransacked the location 
and stole the money left in the register. The loss was 
approximately $1,500 and approximately $3,000 in 
damages to the shattered door. Video surveillance 
was not immediately avail-able due to the security 
monitor being stolen. 

• Burglary (Commercial): 
940 Hamilton Road (Subway). On January 10, 2023 
at 4:17 AM, suspect(s) unknown shattered the front 
glass door and entered the business. Once in-side, 
the suspect(s) ransacked the location and stole the 
money left in the reg-ister. The loss was approximately 
$560, and approximately $5,500 in damages 
to the register, and $4,000 to the shattered door. 
Surveillance video showed a male black adult, approximately 
25 years old, 5’10”, 160 lbs., wear-ing a 
black hoodie, black pants, and white gloves, throwing 
an unknown object at the front window. 

• Burglary (Commercial):
1104 Huntington Drive (Fred Loya Insurance). OnJanuary 10, 2023 at 5:27 AM, suspect(s) unknownshattered the front glass door and entered the business. 
Once inside, the suspect(s) ransacked the location 
and stole unknown property. The loss wasunknown at the time of the report, and approximately 
$1,000 in damages to the shattered door. 
from Altadena. The investigation is ongoing, and 
the suspect is outstanding as of the date of this 
report. 

Wednesday, January 11:

At 10:27 a.m., an officer responded to Arcadia 
Outpatient Surgery, located at 618 West DuarteRoad, regarding a forgery report. An investigationrevealed a check issued and mailed by the surgerycenter had been stolen, forged, and successfullycashed. 

At 1:12 p.m., an officer responded to Albert-
sons, located at 298 East Live Oak Avenue, regarding 
a theft investigation. An investigation revealed 
the suspect stole the victim’s purse from her cart, 
used her debit card to withdraw cash and complete 
a fraudulent transaction resulting in a total loss of 
more than $2,780.00. The suspect is described as an 
Asian female with black hair, wearing a grey sweatshirt, 
a white shirt, grey sweatpants, and white 
shoes. The investigation is pending a review of the 
surveillance footage. 

Thursday, January 12:

At 1:39 p.m., officers responded to a residence 
in the 300 block of California Street regarding 
a burglary investigation. An investigation revealed 
sometime between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on January 
4th, unidentified suspect(s) tampered with a 
sliding glass door lock and entered the home. Once 
inside, they fled with handbags and electronics.

At 11:34 a.m., an officer responded to theintersection of Eighth Avenue and Longden Avenueregarding a theft report. Upon contacting the subject, 
the officer recognized his from previous contacts. 
The officer discovered the 54-year-old maletransient was in possession of two stolen shopping 
carts. He was issued a citation. 

Friday, January 13:

At 5:54 p.m., an officer responded to TheShops at Santa Anita, located at 400 South BaldwinAvenue, regarding a robbery that had just occurred. 
An investigation revealed two suspects approachedthem, demanded their purse and wallet, and then 
one of the suspects threatened the female victimwith a knife. The suspects are described as twomales, either Black or Hispanic, both approximately 
6’ tall and wearing masks. They fled in a silverfour-door sedan. 

At 6:01 p.m., an officer responded to Santa 
Anita Race Track, located at 285 West Huntington 
Drive, regarding a possible driver under theinfluence. Upon contacting the driver, the officerdetected a strong odor of alcohol emitting fromhis body. Through a series of tests, the officer confirmed 
the suspect had a blood alcohol content of.133%. The 26-year-old male from Los Angeles wasarrested and transported to the Arcadia City Jail for 
booking. 

At 7:20 p.m., an officer responded to a residence 
in the 800 block of Fairview Avenue regarding 
a report of threats being made against the victim. 
An investigation revealed the suspect willfullymade verbal threats to the victim while holding two 
knives. The 29-year-old male from Arcadia was arrested 
and transported to the Arcadia City Jail forbooking. 

Surveillance video showed a male adult wearing a 
black hoodie, red pants with a white stripe down 
the leg and red shoes hitting the front window.

 January 11, 2023 

• Aggravated Assault: 
Duarte Road and Buena Vista Street. On January 
11, 2023 at 2:00 PM, the victim was riding his bicycle 
on Duarte Road when a white 2017 Hyundai 
Tuc-son sideswiped the victim, causing him to fall 
off. The Suspect in the vehicle proceeded to reverse 
the vehicle and attempt to hit the victim again. The 
vic-tim jumped out of the way as the vehicle drove 
over his bicycle. An anony-mous witness observed 
the incident and provided law enforcement with the 
vehicle's license plate. The victim was transported 
to the hospital for his inju-ries. No surveillance 
video is available. 

• Grand Theft (Catalytic converter): 
2422 Huntington Drive (Reliable Auto Center). On 
January 11, 2023 be-tween 8:30 AM and 1:00 PM, 
suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s catalytic converter 
to his vehicle, a blue 2003 Toyota Sequoia. 
The loss was approxi-mately $2,000. 

January 12, 2023 

• No significant activity. 
January 13, 2023 

• Grand Theft (Catalytic converter):
1300 Block of Galen Street. On January 13, 2023 between 
12:00 AM and 6:05 AM, suspect(s) unknownstole the victim’s catalytic converter to his vehi-cle,
a white 2021 Nissan NV200 van. The loss was approximately 
$2,000. 
• Grand Theft (Catalytic converter): 
2100 Block of Buena Vista Street. On January 13, 
2023 at 2:52 AM, sus-pect(s) unknown stole the victim’s 
catalytic converter to his vehicle, a white 2015 
Nissan NV200 van. The loss was approximately 
$1,000. Surveillance video showed an unknown vehicle 
arriving at 0252 hours with a 5’08 to 5’10 tall 
person weighing 180-200 lbs. wearing dark clothing 
approaching his vehi-cle. 

January 14, 2023 

• Grand Theft: 
1450 Mountain Avenue (Harbor Freight). On January 
14, 2023 at 6:35 PM, suspect(s) unknown, amale Hispanic adult wearing blue pants, a blackhood-ie, and a black face mask, and a male blackadult wearing black pants, a black hoodie, and adark face mask known by employees as “Warehouse 
Bandits” entered the location and walked directlyto the welder and generator areas. Both suspectschose an item (3500-watt “predator” generatorand a “Titanium” welder) and exited the locationwithout attempting to purchase the items. The losswas approximately $2,200, and surveillance videois available. Suspects left in a red Ford Expeditionwith plastic wrap on the driver’s side panel. 
CHINESE NEW YEAR CELEBRATION 

Arcadia Senior Services is partnering with the Arcadia Chinese Association to celebrate 
Chinese New Year on Friday, February 3, 2023. It will take place at the Arcadia 
Community Center, 365 Campus Drive, from 11:30am to 1pm. Enjoy an afternoon 
with friends that includes lunch and entertainment. To register please visit the City’s 
website at www.ArcadiaCA.gov or register in person at the Arcadia Community 
Center. 

The event is only for individuals age 50 and over and the cost is $10 per person. For 
more information, please call Arcadia Senior Services at 626.574.5130. 

CITY OF DUARTE RECEIVES $1.6 MILLION IN FEDERAL 
FUNDING FOR THE DONALD AND BERNICE WATSON 
GREENBELT TRAIL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT 

After significant advocacy efforts by Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, the City of Duarte 
will receive $1.6 million in federal funding for the Donald and Bernice Watson Greenbelt 
Trail Improvement Project as part of the 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill recently signed 
into law by President Biden. 

Community Development Director Craig Hensley and his department have sought funding 
for the improvement project for several years, marking this acquisition a huge milestone. 
Opened in 1977 and recently renamed in memory of the first African American Mayor of 
Duarte, the Donald and Bernice Watson Recreation Trail is a multipurpose trail that runs 
from Buena Vista Avenue to Royal Oaks Park. The historic trail provides ample recreational 
opportunities for residents and guests alike, and its gentle slopes and shady oak trees make it 
one of Duarte’s key attractions. 

The project will provide key improvements and maintenance to this beautiful trail including 
reconstruction of the pathway. Following improvements, the new recreational trail will feature 
permeable asphalt paving and an updated stormwater diversion system. There will also 
be several safety updates including additional lighting for increased visibility, accessibility 
alterations, and the installation of public health and community amenities. 

“We are ecstatic to receive funding for this incredibly important project,” said Hensley. “We 
could not have secured this funding without the immense sup-port of Congresswoman Napolitano 
and her team. Her work on our behalf will allow the City to greatly enhance recreational 
opportunities for our residents.” 

Congresswoman Grace Napolitano’s efforts helped secure $48.7 million in funding for 15 
community projects throughout her district including Duarte’s Trail Improvement Project. 
The $48.7 million will address many critical projects throughout the district including increased 
water supply, public trans-portation, and recreational opportunities. 

“This project would not be possible without the dedication and determination of Duarte’s 
Community Development Director Craig Hensley and the community development department 
as well as the advocacy and support of Congresswoman Grace Napolitano,” said Duarte 
Mayor Jody Schulz. “The project is an important investment, not only in the health and wellness 
of our Duarte village, but in the friendships and sense of community that it cultivates. 
We are so grateful for the diligence of our wonderful staff and to 

MONROVIA POLICE BLOTTER 

Highlighted Activity Jan. 12–18, 2023 

During the last seven-day period, the Police 
Department handled 311 service events, resulting 
in 81 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 
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Instagram or Nextdoor. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested 
January 12 at 9:44 p.m., an officer stopped a 
vehicle in the area of Huntington and Encino.
The officer made contact with the driver who 
was found to have two outstanding warrants. 
He was arrested and taken into custody. 
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect 
Arrested 

January 13 at 12:55 a.m., while on patrol, an 
officer stopped a vehicle for a moving 
violation in the area of Magnolia and Duarte. 
The driver was suspected to be driving under 
the influence of alcohol. An investigation revealed 
the driver was intoxicated. The driver 
was arrested and transported to the MPD jail 
to be held for a sobering period. 

Hit and Run Traffic Collision 
January 13 at 2:04 a.m., a caller reported 
hearing a car crash in the area of Genoa and 
Rosewood. Officers arrived and found a large 
portion of a gate had been damaged and the 
vehicle was no longer at the scene. This investigation 
is continuing. 

Grand Theft 
January 13 at 8:47 a.m., a caller in the 100 
block of Greystone called to report that the 
catalytic converter on his vehicle was taken 
sometime during the night. This investigation 
is continuing.
Grant Theft 
January 13 at 9:07 a.m., an employee from a 
business in the 900 block of W. Huntington 
called to report that construction material 
was taken from the site. This investigation is 
continuing.
Grand Theft 

Residential BurglaryJanuary 13 at 10:23 a.m., a caller in the 400 
block of Oakcliff called to report his home was 
burglarized. This investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence - Suspect 
Arrested 
January 14 at 3:10 a.m., while on patrol, an officer 
stopped a vehicle for a traffic violationin the area of Alta Vista and Concord. The 
driver showed signs of being intoxicated. A 
DUI investigation revealed that the driver 
was intoxicated. The driver was arrested and 
transported to the MPD jail to be held for a 
sobering period. 

Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested 
January 14 at 4:11 a.m., an officer was patrolling 
the 1600 block of S. Primrose and saw 
subjects in a park after hours. The officer 
contacted the subjects and found that one of 
the subjects was in possession of drugs. The 
subject was arrested and taken into custody. 
Drug Arrest – Suspect Arrested 
January 14 at 4:19 a.m., an officer detained a 
subject for being in a park after hours in 
the 1600 block of S. Primrose. The subject 
was found to be in possession of drugs. He 
was arrested and taken into custody. 

Injury Traffic CollisionJanuary 14 at 8:37 p.m., a three vehicle collision 
was reported in the area of Huntington 
and Monterey. A party reported injuries and 
was treated at the scene. 

Fraud 
January 16 at 3:49 p.m., the reporting party 
called from the 900 block of E. Huntington 
and stated they have been receiving multiple 
fraudulent prescriptions. Investigation 
continuing. 

Driving Under the Influence – Mental 
Evaluation 
January 16 at 10:58 p.m., a caller in the 500 
block of E. Olive reported an unknown female 
subject was knocking on the door and refusing 
to leave. Officers arrived and made contact 
with the female subject. Officers determined 
that she needed to be transported to a 
hospital for a mental evaluation. 

Mental Evaluation 
January 17 at 2:01 p.m., a caller in the 1800 
block of S. Fifth reported that she was going 
to harm herself. Officers arrived and located 
her. Investigation revealed she was a danger 
to herself and was transported to a local hospital 
for a mental evaluation. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested 
January 18 at 12:08 a.m., officers responded 
to the 900 block of S. Myrtle regarding 
suspicious subjects. As officers were arriving, 
one of the subjects fled. The second male 
and female subjects remained at the business 
and were detained by officers. The female 
had a warrant. She was arrested and taken 
into custody. 

Hit and Run Traffic Collision 
January 18 at 9:05 a.m., a witness called from 
the 700 block of W. Foothill to report that 
he saw a vehicle side swipe a parked vehicle 
and did not stop. This investigation is 
continuing. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested 
January 18 at 9:10 a.m., officers conducted a 
consensual contact on a subject in the area 
of Lemon and Primrose. A computer check 
revealed he had an outstanding warrant for 
his arrest. He was arrested and taken into 
custody. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect 
Arrested 
January 18 at 2:04 p.m., an officer was flagged 
down by a citizen in the area of Shamrock 
and Cypress for a male subject in the area acting 
erratically. The officer located the subject. 
The subject displayed signs and symptoms of 
intoxication. The citizen positively identified 
the subject. Further investigation revealed 
that the subject drove while under the influence 
of alcohol. He was arrested and transported 
to the MPD jail to be held for a 
sobering period. 

Commercial BurglaryJanuary 18 at 4:50 p.m., the victim reported 
that someone broke into her storage unit in 
the 100 block of E. Lime. This investigation is 
continuing. 

Violation of Court Order 
January 18 at 5:49 p.m., the victim called from 
the 800 block of W. Duarte to report that 
her ex-boyfriend, whom she has an active restraining 
order against, just threw a soda at 
her door. This investigation is continuing 

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