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DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint - This Weekend

For Immediate Release
June 19, 2013

Media Contact:
Sergeant Thomas R. Lorenz, Public Information Officer
818-548-4844 (office)
818-535-1958 (cell)
tlorenz@ci.glendale.ca.us

Tamar Hadjimanoukian
thadjimanoukian@ci.glendale.ca.us



DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint - This Weekend


Glendale, CA – Glendale Police Department Traffic Unit will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on Saturday, June 22, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 7:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

The deterrent effect of DUI checkpoints is a proven resource in reducing the number of persons killed or injured in alcohol and/or drug involved crashes. Research shows that crashes involving alcohol drop by an average of 20 percent when well-publicized checkpoints are conducted often enough.

Officers will be contacting drivers passing through the checkpoint for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment. Officers will also check drivers for proper licensing and will strive to delay motorists only momentarily. Drivers caught driving impaired can expect jail, license suspension, and insurance increases, as well as fines, fees, DUI classes, other expenses that can exceed $10,000.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), checkpoints have provided the most effective documented results of any of the DUI enforcement strategies, while also yielding considerable cost savings of $6 for every $1 spent. Based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, DUI Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to Glendale Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to continue to work together to bring an end to these tragedies. If you see a Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1.


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Posted: 6/19/2013


Critical Missing Person - Found

For Immediate Release
June 19, 2013

Media Contact:
Sergeant Thomas R. Lorenz, Public Information Officer
818-548-4844 (office)
818-535-1958 (cell)
tlorenz@ci.glendale.ca.us

Tamar Hadjimanoukian
thadjimanoukian@ci.glendale.ca.us


CRITICAL MISSING PERSON - FOUND



*UPDATE*
Byung Jin Choi was found on the 300 block of North Glendale Ave. The reporting party called Glendale Police Dispatch, stating he observed an elderly male in need of assistance. Officers arrived on scene and discovered it was their missing male.

Choi was transported to the hospital by Glendale Fire Personnel for dehydration. His family has been contacted.


Glendale, CA -- The Glendale Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating Byung Jin Choi. The 81 year old male with dementia and diabetes was last seen leaving home with his walker for a walk on Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at 2:30 pm. Choi is not in possession of his necessary medication. He resides on the 300 block of West Stocker in Glendale.

The Glendale Police Department has alerted various transportation companies, hospitals, and neighboring law enforcement agencies to no avail.

A description of Byung Jin Choi is below:

Age: 81 Years
Ethnicity: Korean
Hair: Gray
Eyes: Brown
Height: 5’02”
Weight: 150 Lbs
Clothing: Light Blue Long Sleeve Denim Shirt; Green Shorts; Blue Baseball Cap






** If found, please contact (818) 548-4911 / (818)548-3987 or your local law enforcement agency **

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Posted: 6/19/2013


Glendale Encourages Use of Wildlife Safety Map

For Immediate Release
June 18, 2013

Media Contact:
Thomas R. Lorenz, Public Information Officer
818-548-4844 (office)
818-535-1958 (cell)
tlorenz@ci.glendale.ca.us

Tamar Hadjimanoukian
thadjimanoukian@ci.glendale.ca.us

Glendale Encourages Use of Wildlife Safety Map


Glendale, CA -- The Glendale Police Department reports that in the last five days there have been several coyote sightings by residents. Some of the reports have indicated the coyotes have displayed aggressive behavior towards pets. The Glendale Police Department encourages residents to keep small pets indoors especially during the early evening to morning hours.

Over the years, the City of Glendale has worked with residents on safety tips and education concerning wildlife in our community. More recently, there has been an effort to better inform the community of sightings as they are reported by citizens. The City of Glendale has launched a Wildlife Map and it can be accessed from the City’s homepage. The map will allow citizens to report sightings of mountain lions, bears, bobcats and coyotes. The City believes that a well informed community will make it easier for people and wildlife to cohabitate and take appropriate actions with small pets, children and for those who walk or hike on our local trails. The program was developed internally by the Glendale Information Services Department’s GIS and Web team at the direction of City Council. Council Member Ara Najarian had originally brought the idea forward earlier in the year with the support of his colleagues to create a mapping program for the public to access and use. The Wildlife Map can be found on our City homepage .

The following safety tips are provided by the Department of Fish & Game.

'Coyote country' precautions
• Do not leave small children or pets outside unattended.
• Install motion-sensitive lighting around the house.
• Trim ground-level shrubbery to reduce hiding places.
• Be aware that coyotes are more active in the spring, when feeding and protecting their young.
• If followed by a coyote, make loud noises. If this fails, throw rocks in the animal’s direction.
• If a coyote attacks a person, immediately contact the nearest Department of Fish and Game or law enforcement office.

Stash Your Food and Trash
• Put garbage in tightly closed containers that cannot be tipped over.
• Bring pets in at night, and do not leave pet food outside.
• Put away bird feeders at night to avoid attracting rodents and other coyote prey.
• Pick up fallen fruit and cover compost piles.
• Ask your neighbors to follow these tips.

For more information on coyotes:
Visit City of Glendale’s brochure on coyote safety.

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Posted: 6/18/2013


Former Federal Court Employee and Husband Sentences for Leaking Confidential Court Records

For Immediate Release:
June 13, 2013


Former Federal Court Employee and Husband Sentences for Leaking
Confidential Court Records to tip off Defendant about Pending Arrests


A former employee with the federal district court clerk's office in Los Angeles and her husband were sentenced late Wednesday for their roles in a scheme to access and disclose information contained in sealed court documents in order to tip off organized crime figures prior to arrests, announced André Birotte Jr., the United States Attorney in Los Angeles; and Bill L. Lewis, the Assistant Director in Charge of the FBI’s Los Angeles Field Office.

The Honorable Michael W. Fitzgerald sentenced the former clerk, Nune Gevorkyan, 36, to six months in federal prison, and her husband, Oganes Koshkaryan, 41, to 57 months in federal prison for their role in the public corruption scheme. In addition, Judge Fitzgerald sentenced Gevorkyan and Koshkaryan to three years supervised release, a monetary assessment, and a condition that both abstain from associating with members of Armenian Power, an established criminal enterprise.

Gevorkyan and Koshkaryan, both of Hollywood, were arrested in August 2012 after being charged in a federal criminal complaint with conspiracy to obstruct justice. A federal grand jury later returned an indictment in United States District Court in Los Angeles charging Gevorkyan and Koshkaryan in connection with the scheme. Defendant Koshkaryan was also charged with a variety of violations relative to a health care fraud scheme. On January 7, 2013, Gevorkyan pled guilty to one count of conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding. Koshkaryan pled guilty to multiple counts of the indictment, including conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding; health care fraud; possession of unauthorized access devices; and aggravated identity theft.

Koshkaryan has remained in federal custody since being arrested. Gevorkyan was ordered to report to begin serving her sentence on August 7, 2013.

An investigation that began last year by the Eurasian Organized Crime Task Force in Los Angeles obtained evidence of the activity during an undercover investigation.

Koshkaryan, who had been fraudulently providing Medicare beneficiary information to an undercover law enforcement officer, advised he could access confidential information from the federal court system in exchange for a fee. On multiple occasions, Koshkaryan delivered the confidential information that had been obtained from sealed court records to the undercover officer. Some of the compromised records included individuals who were members or associates of the Armenian Power criminal enterprise and subjects of pending federal arrest warrants. Checks of electronic court records confirmed that that Gevorkyan, who was employed as a clerk in the Criminal Intake area of the district court’s clerk’s office, had used her official position to access the sealed court records and gave them to Koshkaryan.

During the sentencing hearing, Judge Fitzgerald described the corrupt activity as “unthinkable,” commenting that, “The defendant struck a serious blow to not just the court system, but also the city of Los Angeles.” Judge Fitzgerald commented further that defendant Gevorkyan “besmirched the reputation of her co-workers.”

This case was investigated by the Eurasian Organized Crime Task Force, which is comprised of agents with the FBI; U.S. Secret Service; U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement; Internal Revenue Service - Criminal Investigative Division; and federally-deputized state law enforcement officers with local agencies, including the Glendale Police Department; the Los Angeles Police Department; and the Burbank Police Department.

Koshkaryan and Gevorkyan were prosecuted in Los Angeles by the United States Attorney's Office for the Central District of California and the Department of Justice's Organized Crime and Gangs Section.

MEDIA CONTACT:
Assistant United States Attorney Martin Estrada: 213 894-3358
United States Attorney's Office Public Affairs: 213 894-6947
FBI Press Relations: 310 996-3343


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Posted: 6/13/2013


City of Glendale Ranked Among Safest Cities in the Nation

For Immediate Release
June 13, 2013

Media Contact:
Sergeant Thomas R. Lorenz, Public Information Officer
818-548-4844 (office)
818-535-1958 (cell)
tlorenz@ci.glendale.ca.us

Tamar Hadjimanoukian
thadjimanoukian@ci.glendale.ca.us

City of Glendale Ranked Among Safest Cities in the Nation


The 2012 FBI Uniformed Crime Report has been released. Chief Ron De Pompa is very pleased to announce continued improvement in the Glendale’s rankings amongst cities with populations of 100,000 or more. The significant results show that Glendale is the #5 safest city in the State of California, improving from #7 in 2011. Glendale is ranked #8 nationally with a population of 100,000 or more. It was in 2010 when the city was ranked #17 nationally, a ranking not common to the City of Glendale.

“This is significant when it comes to the service provided by the hardworking men and women of the Glendale Police Department,” said Chief De Pompa. “What is more important are the strategies utilized by our personnel, the partnerships developed with our community through Area Command, the technology used to enhance our capabilities in preventing crime from occurring or apprehending offenders quickly and finally the support we receive from our City Council.”

The Glendale Police Department has implemented several strategies and partnerships despite budget constraints and operationally working with fewer officers and support personnel. These include our regional programs with local, state and federal agencies operating within the Glendale Police Department such as the US Marshal’s Task Force, the Eurasian Organized Crime Task Force and the AB109 Task Force that recently formed to deal with the early release of felons from state prison. Area Command has been in full operation for approximately two years and the benefits from the partnerships with the community is evidenced in the crime rankings. The Verdugo Regional Crime Laboratory opened last year with a new DNA Laboratory. The ATF’s National Integrated Ballistic Information Network has a component operating in the lab servicing law enforcement agencies in the greater Los Angeles area.

In 2012 there were no homicides to report in Glendale and an overall 10% reduction in violent crime. For property crimes, there was a 12% decrease from the previous year. In an analysis of the top ten cities in the state and national rankings, it is important to recognize that Glendale is one of four cities showing a reduction in crime and the only California city with a significant double-digit decrease. For Crime Rankings click here. To review the 2012 final crime report click here.

In early 2013, Crime Analysis was identifying an alarming spike in property and violent crimes, however with aggressive strategies implemented by the men and women of the Glendale Police Department, the city is once again trending another 4% reduction in overall crime in 2013 compared to the 2012 report just released. Additional reports can be found under Crime Reports.

The Glendale Police Department would like to remind everyone about an upcoming event to continue our partnerships and to celebrate our continued reduction in crime. National Night Out is coming to a neighborhood near you, or you can sign-up and host your own event. National Night Out (NNO) is Tuesday, August 6, 2013 and the Glendale Police Department will again be partnering with members of the community to take a stand against crime, drugs and disorder in their neighborhoods.

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Posted: 6/13/2013


Activity Log

Police Department Engagements and Appearances

Glendale Police Foundation Awards Luncheon – Thursday, May 16, 2013:

Chief De Pompa, Command Staff, and members of the Department attended in recognition of those being honored.

Community-Police Partnership Advisory Committee Meeting – Wednesday, May 15, 2013:

Chief De Pompa and members Command Staff met with community leaders.

Fire Service Day – Saturday, May 11, 2013:

Members of the Police Department attended in support of the Fire Department.

Jewels of Glendale Awards Luncheon – Thursday, May 9, 2013:

Chief De Pompa and members of Command Staff attended the Commission on the Status of Women event.

Derby Day – Saturday, May 4, 2013:

Captain Stokes and members of the Police Department attended in support of Glendale Association for the Retarded.

Taste of Downtown Glendale – Wednesday, May 1, 2013:

Members of the Police Department attended in support of Glendale Healthy Kids.

Volunteer Appreciation Lunch – Tuesday, April 30, 2013:

The Glendale Police Department hosted an appreciation lunch for the 33 volunteers who collectively dedicated a total of 8,695.25 hours; which in dollar amount equates to $379,199.85.

Armenian Genocide Commemoration Event – Wednesday, April 24, 2013:

Members of the Police Department attended in support of the commemoration.

Bras for a Cause – Saturday, April 20, 2013:

Captain Stokes attended in support of Soroptimist.


Police Related Incidents

Robbery – Sunday, May 19, 2013:

Officers were dispatched to a fight between two females to the front of the Cheesecake Factory. Officers determined that a Sephora Loss Prevention Agent was involved in a fight with a shoplifting suspect while attempting to detain her. The female was taken into custody without further incident. She was later booked for robbery.

Felony Observation Arrest – Sunday, May 19, 2013:

Officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle for an equipment violation at Foothill/Lowell. The driver was found to be on probation for Grand Theft Auto. The two passengers were also found to be on probation for theft and narcotics. During the course of his investigation, Officer learned that the vehicle was a reported stolen from LAPD. The vehicle was being operated with a key not designed for the ignition. The vehicle was cold plated and a search of the interior revealed narcotics and burglary too. The 3 male suspects were arrested for vehicle theft, possessing burglary tools and narcotic related charges.

Assault – Saturday, May 18, 2013:

Two females were walking on the 2800 block of Montrose when they engaged in a verbal argument with a male and a female on the other side of the street. The male and female crossed the street and attacked one of the female victims, knocking her to the ground and kicking her in the body and head. When the second female victim tried to stop the assault the male punched her in the face. As the male and female suspect fled the male threatened to kill the females. One female transported to Verdugo hills.

Assault on Officer – Friday, May 17, 2013:

Officers responded to the 400 block of W. Glenoaks regarding a disruptive male who was possibly under the influence. As the officers attempted to contact and detain the male, the suspect turned around and punched the officer.

Foot Pursuit – Wednesday, May 15, 2013:

Officers were conducting surveillance at Macys and observed an uninvolved male concealing merchandise and exiting the store. As the suspect exited the store, he ran eastbound on Central. He was eventually apprehended and booked for robbery, petty theft, and resisting officers.

Identity Theft Arrest – Monday, May 13, 2013:

Officers made a traffic stop of a car leaving the Glendale Lodge Motel. The driver and passenger were in possession of multiple articles of identity theft. The officers returned to the motel and found three additional individuals who were also in possession of identity theft articles and methamphetamine.

Resisting Officers – Sunday, May 12, 2013:

Officers were dispatched to 1400 block of Dixon regarding a group of males loitering in the apartment’s rear laundry room. The reporting party described the males as gang type in appearance. Two officers arrived on scene and began walked down the long driveway towards the back of the building. They observed a male come out from the rear area. As the male became aware of police presence, he began to run. One officer chased after the suspect and the other officer ran back towards the front of the building. As the suspect came out from the corridor towards the front of the building, he discarded an unknown object on the ground. A struggle ensued. The suspect discarded his wallet with his ID (he had a warrant for his arrest). The suspect was taken into custody for resisting officers, public intoxication and a local municipal code warrant.

Vehicle Burglary In Progress – Sunday, May 12, 2013:

Victim called and reported unknown male was in his vehicle on the 1100 block of San Rafael. Air 100 responded and observed two males in alley to rear of location. One male began running behind apartment buildings. A perimeter was established and the male was found behind apartment building. Two suspects in custody.

Stabbing – Glendale Galleria Parking Lot – Saturday, May 11, 2013:

An uncooperative victim and his brother were attacked as they walked through the Galleria parking lot. Both males refused to provide suspect information other than that he and his brother are gang members from south central Los Angeles and the attack may have been because of that. Victim with stab wound in the arm transported by Fire to Glendale Memorial hospital.

Fight – Saturday, May 11, 2013:

Officers were hailed down at Kenilworth and Glenoaks regarding a fight in progress. Officer observed two sisters fighting and upon his approach they attacked him. One of the females ran into the residence on the 600 block of Arden and barricaded herself inside. A perimeter was established and the suspect eventually came out of the unit.

Unlawful Fire/Child Endangerment – Friday, May 10, 2013:

GFD responded to 1300 block of Barrington Way for a Garage Fire. Arson Investigator determined the fire was started unlawfully by the suspect’s 10 year old son and/or suspect. The suspect was aware of his 10 year old playing with matches and gave inconsistent and untruthful statements as to how the fire was started. Based on GPD/GFD’s investigation the suspect endangered his son by allowing his son to play with matches and start the fire. There were no other residences affected by the fire and the 10 year old and suspect were not injured.

Combative Male – Thursday, May 9, 2013:

Officers detained a male outside the Capri Lounge on N. Pacific. An evaluation determined the suspect to be under the influence of prescription drugs. The suspect, also a heroin user, was arrested. After being arrested the suspect became combative and refused to get into the patrol vehicle. Due to his agitated, uncooperative, and combative demeanor Officers were unable to seat belt him. The male kicked the window of the police unit resulting in it being displaced off its track.

Residential Burglary Arrest – Wednesday, May 8, 2013:

A pest control employee observed three suspicious males in the 1400 block of Campbell. He watched as they were picked up in a car, and followed them while calling police dispatch. Officers stopped the car at Glenoaks and Central and recovered cash and jewelry box in the possession of the suspects. A follow up investigation revealed the rear slider door of a residence on the 1400 block of Campbell to be open. The owner responded and identified the recovered property as hers. Three juveniles and one adult were arrested for burglary. During the booking search of the suspects in the jail, additional evidence was recovered.

Window Smash Burglary – Wednesday, May 8, 2013:

Reporting party called regarding hearing loud noises coming from Canada Liquor on the 2500 block of Canada. RP then saw two suspects in hoodies running away from the front of the liquor store. Arriving officers observed a window smash just occurred and the front counter area of the store had been ransacked. Responsible party arrived and determined loss of lottery scratchers.

Robbery – Tuesday, May 7, 2013:

While on patrol on the 1100 block of E. Elk, Officer observed a male matching the description of a named suspect from a robbery strong arm that occurred at 1200 E. Colorado on 5-1-13. Upon contact and further investigation officer verified suspect’s identity and arrested him on suspicion of robbery. Suspect is also on felony probation and a subsequent search of his residence resulted in a usable amount of heroin recovered.

Domestic Violence – Monday, May 6, 2013:

Officers responded to the area of Central and Cypress regarding a male beating a female. Upon officers arrival the male was observed on top of the female. Officers pulled the male off of the female. Fire responded and the female was transported due to complaint of pain to her lower back. The male and female are estranged and share a six year old child. The male arrested for domestic violence.

Restraining Order Violation – Sunday, May 5, 2013:

Officers responded to a possible burglary on 1200 block of Highland Av. Arriving officers detained a male several houses south of the residence. The investigation revealed the male was only knocking on the door and ringing the doorbell trying to speak to his girlfriend who has a restraining order against him. The girlfriend insisted the restraining order was expired and did not want him arrested. Per dispatch the restraining order was valid, so he was arrested and booked. The male is a gang member and the female’s mother and brother are fearful the male will harm the family.

Brush Fire – Saturday, May 4, 2013:

Communications received reports of a small fire in the brush along the north embankment of the 134 freeway, west of Central Ave. Responding units discovered that the smoke had emanated from a small fire which had since been extinguished by residents of the apartment complex on the 300 block of Burchett. St. A witness was located who observed two teens start the fire.

Brush Fire – Friday, May 3, 2013:

Wilson Terrace Fire burned in the Chevy Chase and Glenoaks Canyons. The fire started near the 134 / 2 Freeway interchange. GPD provided traffic control, evacuations and crowd control.

Robbery – Thursday, May 2, 2013:

Victim was walking on 1100 block of E Lexington Dr when he was approached from behind by a male who brandished a knife and demanded his phone and his money. Fearing he would be stabbed the victim gave the male the phone and 25 cents he had in his pocket. The suspect entered a vehicle driven by a second suspect. The vehicle fled west on Lexington. Suspect 1 was described as 15 to 16 year old Hispanic male, 5'8", 200 pounds, with short brown hair, clean shaven, wearing a tan shirt and tan shorts. Suspect 2 (driver) male Hispanic wearing a white tank top. Vehicle - late 1990's or early 2000's Toyota Camry tan in color.

Attempted Burglary – Wednesday, May 1, 2013:

Officers responded to a burglary in progress on the 200 block of Monterey. Security reported a male trying to gain access to the secured parking structure. Officers arrived and detained the suspect. Suspect had various burglary tools in possession and was booked for attempted burglary.

Elder Abuse – Monday, April 29, 2013:

Officers responded to the 200 block of S. Adams St. regarding a female bleeding from the head. Upon arrival, officers locate a 70 year old female with a laceration to her head. The female was in a verbal argument with her 17 year old grandson. During the argument, the elderly female closed the bedroom window at which time, the juvenile punched through the glass from outside causing shards of glass to strike his grandmother. The juvenile admits to pushing his grandmother around and also on prior occasions. GPD has a history of responding to the location regarding issues with the subject. The subject was arrested for elder abuse.

Grand Theft Auto – Sunday, April 28, 2013:

Officer was on scene at the Days Inn 450 Pioneer interviewing the owner of a van which had been stolen earlier when the owner suddenly saw the van being driven into the parking lot. The van abruptly left the parking lot and other units were dispatched to assist but the van was not found. After the van was entered into the system, a LoJack hit occurred and the van was found in the driveway on the 600 block of Arden. A witness called to report a person hiding in the bushes in front of the Marie Calendars as officers were actively working the incident. Officers detained a female who matched the description in front of the Days Inn. A K-9 track led officers from the stolen vehicle to the female who was detained. The female is on probation for Narcotics and in possession of a fraudulent credit card and a check which appeared to be stolen.

Robbery with Gun – Sunday, April 28, 2013:

A male suspect with a ski mask and gloves entered the liquor store at 5300 N San Fernando Rd, pointed a black semi-auto handgun at the clerk and demanded money. Suspect also pointed his weapon at a customer who was about to enter the store and ordered him to stay out. Suspect vehicle was last seen southbound on Concord from Salem. Suspect described as Male, White, 40’s, 6’, 185 lbs, goatee, orange shirt, ski mask and gloves. Suspect Vehicle: White two tone SUV with darker paint on lower half of vehicle.

Residential Burglary – Saturday, April 27, 2013:

Front door appeared pried open at a residence on the 4300 block of Lauderdale. Residents were on vacation but family of residents determined there was no loss at this time. No ransacking.

Commercial Burglary – Saturday, April 27, 2013:

Units responded to 1800 block of Verdugo Blvd regarding a commercial burglary. At least three different offices were burglarized. The building houses mainly medical offices. At this time, the loss appears to be computer records and patient records.

Grand Theft Auto – Saturday, April 27, 2013:

A Honda Civic was stolen from the valet lot at the Hilton with the spare key that was in the vehicle. That same evening, Sheriff’s Department responded to a call of a burglary in progress. As they were detaining one male, the stolen Honda pulled into the alley (not reported stolen yet) and the driver was detained. They contacted the registered owner and learned Glendale was taking the stolen report.

Burglary Suspect Arrested – Friday, April 26, 2013:

Macy’s contacted officers regarding a foot pursuit of a burglary suspect who just stole a large shopping bag full of jeans. This same male was seen on 04/03/13 when he walked out carrying 90 pairs of jeans ($5,760.00) and again on 04/25/13 stealing 50 pairs of jeans ($2,610.00). A perimeter was established with Patrol officers. The suspect was detained without incident on Pacific and Hawthorne. A field show-up with Macy’s Loss Prevention was conducted and the male was positively identified. The merchandise along with additional evidence was recovered.

Robbery – Friday, April 26, 2013:

A female victim was eating at the Galleria Food Court when a male suspect took her wallet from the table and walked out of the Galleria. The victim became aware of the theft and chased the suspect confronting him outside the Food Court on Galleria Way. When the victim confronted the suspect, the suspect punched the victim in the chest and attempted to flee. The victim fought back and was able to retrieve her property. The suspect was last seen northbound Galleria Way from the Food Court. Suspect is described as Male, Middle Eastern, early 20’s, approximately 5’8”, thin build, short brown hair, several days facial growth, wearing a black t-shirt, and gray sweatpants.

Robbery – Thursday, April 25, 2013:

Target Loss Prevention reported a theft of headphones and was able to obtain photos of the suspects. LP and officers located suspects in Nordstrom. When officers attempted to detain the suspect, he resisted and a struggle ensued. The first suspect was charged with burglary and the second suspect was charged with burglary and resisting officers.

Residential Burglary – Wednesday, April 24, 2013:

Home owners returned home and discover their house has been ransacked on the 3300 block of Prospect. Officers arrived on scene and cleared the location. Unknown loss at this time.

Vehicle Pursuit – Tuesday, April 23, 2013:

Reporting Party stated there was a suspect vehicle to the rear of a residence on the 300 block of W. Palmer which did not belong to any of the residents. Officer found the vehicle eastbound on Chevy Chase from Central Ave and attempted a traffic stop. The vehicle failed to yield and a pursuit was initiated. Officers saw the driver dump an item during the pursuit. After approximately 4 blocks at speeds of about 35 mph, the vehicle finally yielded in the Taco Bell lot at Central and Acacia. The driver was wearing no pants and admitted to having smoked meth minutes earlier. He dumped a meth pipe during the pursuit. Suspect is a La Mirada resident and Sex Registrant.

Assault with Deadly Weapon – Tuesday, April 23, 2013:

Officers responded to the 200 block of N Kenwood St regarding a male 22 year old male who had assaulted his family members earlier in the day by throwing a knife at them and demanding money. After the earlier incident (not reported to police) the suspect continued to confront family members, collected some knives and left the residence, stating he would return. Upon his return, the family called police. When officers arrived on scene and confronted suspect at gun point, he refused to cooperate.

Narcotics Sales Arrest – Monday, April 22, 2013:

Officers conducted a consensual contact with a male pedestrian on Pacific Ave near Wilson. The male was wearing a backpack. He denied being on probation but a check showed he was on probation for narcotics possession. He is also a known gang member. A consent search of his back pack revealed 2 baggies of cocaine. One weighed about an ounce and the other about an eighth of an ounce. The male had approximately $200 in various denominations, and 2 cell phones. He claimed he had stayed at a Glendale motel.

Suspicious Package – Monday, April 22, 2013:

Glendale College Police located an abandoned suitcase near the parking structure, Lot B. They requested Glendale Police assistance. LASO Bomb Squad was contacted and rendered the package safe.

Robbery – April 20, 2013:

A female victim was standing on Brand and Wilson to the front of Far Niente restaurant waiting for the Bee Line. She was approached by the male suspect who used his jacket to hit her face while he attempted to snatch her purse. A restaurant employee interrupted the robbery as the victim yelled for help. The employee chased the suspect who ultimately fled the scene. The suspect was described as a male Filipino 25 to 30 years.

Fight – Sunday, April 21, 2013:

Officers responded to 210 S. Brand (Royal Palace) regarding a fight in the rear alley. Investigation revealed the fight started inside the banquet hall. Based on statements and evidence at the scene, it was determined that one male had assaulted his wife and family members intervened at which time the male began assaulting family members. No serious injuries.

Assault – Sunday, April 21, 2013:

Officer was hailed down by a male who claimed to be the victim of an assault and robbery on San Fernando Rd/Fernando Ct. Investigation revealed the male was actually the suspect. He assaulted his ex-girlfriend and her male friend while claiming his gang affiliation and simulating he had a gun. The suspect was transported to Glendale Memorial for his injuries and the victim refused treatment for a laceration to his right eyelid.


Traffic Related Incidents

DUI Saturation – Saturday, May 18, 2013:

Traffic Bureau conducted an OTS DUI Saturation Patrol on Saturday night from 7:00 pm to 3:00 am. The following is a list of results from the operation: 30 vehicles stopped, 12 field sobriety tests, five vehicles stored, seven DUI alcohol arrests, one DUI drug arrest, one felony drug arrest, one miscellaneous misdemeanor, and two miscellaneous infractions.

Traffic Collision / DUI – Saturday, May 18, 2013:

Officers responded to a single car collision at Pacific/Broadway where the vehicle, which was traveling south, struck two city light poles. The vehicle had major damage. The driver had fled the scene prior to officer arrival. Officers responded to the registered owner’s residence. The male suspect was contacted to the front of the building. He was obviously intoxicated and complained of injury. The male admitted to being the driver. He was transported to Memorial Hospital.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Friday, May 17, 2013:

A 10 year old boy was running across Maryland, mid-block and outside of a crosswalk, near Burritt. The rear tire of a passing vehicle ran over the boy’s foot causing the boy to fall. The boy suffered an injury to his left ankle and a cut to his lip from the fall. The injuries appear minor; the boy was transported via ambulance to Children’s Hospital for further evaluation.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Monday, May 13, 2013:

A 70 year old female was crossing Spazier when a vehicle was traveling west on Glenwood was attempting to make a left turn on Spazier. The vehicle struck the female and she was transported to Adventist due to complaint of pain to her back and head.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Thursday, May 16, 2013:

A 41 year old female was struck by a vehicle as she was crossing in the marked crosswalk of Garfield / Chevy Chase Drive. The striking vehicle was traveling on Garfield Avenue making a left turn onto Chevy Chase Drive when the collision occurred. The female was thrown approximately 20 feet and complained of pain to her back, legs and back of her head. The female also had minor bleeding from the back of her head. Female was transported to County USC hospital for treatment. Injuries do not appear to be life threatening.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Monday, May 13, 2013:

A 45 year old male was carrying his child as he crossed in the west crosswalk of Boynton / Chevy Chase. A driver on Boynton attempted to make a left turn to go west on Chevy Chase and struck the male. Pedestrian complained of pain to his left knee and was transported to Memorial hospital. The 3 year old child was not injured.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Wednesday, May 8, 2013:

Elderly male was crossing outside of the crosswalk, southbound on San Fernando Road east of Western Ave, when he was struck by a sedan traveling eastbound in the # 1 lane. Pedestrian sustained injuries to his head and face and was transported to County USC.

Traffic Collision – Tuesday, May 7, 2013:

A 10 year old boy was riding his electric motor powered scooter (no helmet) in the street and fell on the 1900 block of Alpha Rd. Arriving officer found him in the middle of the street with the scooter next to him. He was alert and talking and had a bump on his right temple. He had no memory of the event. His mother was located and notified and the boy was transported to LA County / USC Trauma Center. During transport, the boy’s condition worsened. The boy was in critical condition in a medically induced coma, but a positive outlook is likely.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Monday, May 6, 2013:

A 43 year old female pedestrian and her 6 year old son were walking on Western in the crosswalk crossing Victory. A vehicle traveling on Western turned onto Victory and struck the pedestrians in the crosswalk. Both pedestrians were transported to LA County Hospital by BLS. The female had head lacerations but was conscious and complained of pain to her left arm and leg. The male complained of pain to his left leg. The driver was not intoxicated.

DUI Checkpoint – Saturday, May 4, 2013:

Traffic conducted a CDL/DUI Checkpoint at Brand and Cerritos on Saturday night. The following is a list of results from the operation: 903 vehicles through the checkpoint, 619 vehicles stopped, 62 vehicles screened, 20 field sobriety tests administered, six vehicles towed, five DUI alcohol arrests, one DUI drug arrest, 11 unlicensed driver arrests, four suspended license arrests, five infractions.

Fatality – Thursday, May 2, 2013:

Officers responded to a traffic collision involving a school bus and a child at the intersection Riverdale and Columbus. Additional information indicated the child was trapped under the bus. No kids were on the bus. The 13 year old child was transported to Adventist Hospital where he was pronounced.

Traffic Collision / Hit & Run (Possible Stolen Vehicle) – Monday, April 29, 2013:

Officers responded to a Traffic Collision / Hit & Run at the corner of Spazier and Glenwood. When officers arrived they located a vehicle crashed into a parked vehicle. There was single key in the ignition and witnesses said they saw a group of black males walking east on Glenwood prior to observing the collision. Pasadena responded to the registered owner’s residence and learned the registered owner had sold the car to a friend. Attempts to contact the new owner were unsuccessful.

Traffic Collision / DUI – Monday, April 29, 2013:

Officers responded to the 1400 block of E Wilson Av regarding a traffic collision that had just occurred and a vehicle on fire. When officers arrived they observed a male walking away east on Wilson. He was detained and determined to be the driver of the vehicle. Two other vehicles sustained major damage and one of those caught fire after being struck. While conducting their investigation officers contacted another DUI driver who drove up to their scene. Both drivers arrested for DUI.

Person Injured – Saturday, April 27, 2013:

A group of bicyclists were traveling down Chevy Chase near Figueroa when one of them did not negotiate a turn well, struck the guardrail and was catapulted over the side. He came to rest on a very steep slope about 30 feet below the road. GPD provided traffic control as Chevy Chase was shut down in both directions for about 40 minutes. GPD Fire affected a rescue of the male. The male appeared to have a broken leg, was conscious and was transported to Huntington Memorial Hospital.

Traffic Collision / Rollover – Saturday, April 27, 2013:

Two vehicles were involved in a collision at Sonora and Flower. One vehicle rolled over, and the driver was extracted from the car by citizens. Officer arrived and provided first aid to a laceration on the driver’s left arm. RA 27 arrived, treated the male driver, and transported to Glendale Adventist.

Traffic Collision / Building – Monday, April 22, 2013:

One vehicle traveling southbound on Glendale was broad sided by a second vehicle that was traveling westbound on Raleigh. After being struck the southbound vehicle struck the building at 728 South Glendale. The driver who struck the building complained of dizziness and shoulder pain and was transported to Glendale Memorial Hospital by BLS.

Traffic Collision / Building – Monday, April 22, 2013:

One vehicle traveling southbound on Everett and one vehicle traveling eastbound on Colorado collided and continued into the building at 800 East Colorado. One driver complained of pain, second driver sustained a small cut to his finger. GFD stated that there appears to be no structural damage.

DUI Checkpoint – Saturday, April 20, 2013:

Traffic conducted a CDL/DUI Checkpoint at Los Feliz and Gardena on Saturday night. The following is a list of results from the operation: 1639 vehicles through the checkpoint, 1004 vehicles stopped, 73 vehicles screened, 26 field sobriety tests administered, nine vehicles towed, one DUI alcohol arrest, five DUI drug arrests, one narcotics arrest, one warrant arrest, 11 unlicensed driver arrests, three suspended license arrests, and three infractions.

Traffic Collision / Pedestrian – Thursday, April 18, 2013:

A driver was on Glendale Ave driving through Doran St on a green light when she struck a 75 year old pedestrian walking in the crosswalk. The pedestrian was struck with the driver’s side mirror, tearing it off the car. Upon officer arrival, the pedestrian was still down, bleeding from the head. The pedestrian was conscious, but could not remember anything and transported to LA County Hospital. It appears the pedestrian was most at fault, walking against a red light while in a crosswalk.