Child protection is the responsibility of everyone because children cannot look out for themselves. It is our responsibility as parents, peace officers, teachers, good neighbors, etc., to be cognizant of their safety and well being.
Every home and school should have or establish a program that effectively teaches children about safety protection measures. As a parent, take an active interest in your children and listen to them. Establish communication wherein your child can discuss anything that may be bothering them. Also teach your children that they can be assertive in order to protect themselves against abduction and exploitation.
The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children has developed a publication titled, Guidelines for Programs to Reduce Child Victimization. This is an excellent resource for communities when choosing a program to teach personal safety to children. Pacific Area Senior Lead Officers are available to assist with continued education for personal safety for children via school, church and Neighborhood Watch meetings. Contact the Senior Lead Officer over your area, at 310-202-4515, for additional information and meeting dates.
One of the most important things you can do, as a parent, is to make your home a place of trust and support that fulfills your child's needs. In doing so, your child most likely will not seek love, support and understanding from someone else.
Sincerely,
Joseph M. Hiltner, Captain Commanding Officer Pacific Community Police Station
District News
Note: The crime statistics quoted are taken from a report published weekly by the City Of Los Angeles' Information Resources Division. These statistics are the most current available and represent the period of May 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008.
Basic Car 14A11 Venice Beach District
Senior Lead Officer Robin Richards - Cell Phone # 310-622-3968
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano - # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 5
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 12
Robbery 5
Burglary (Residential/Business) 8
Grand Theft Autos 6
Sexual Crime 0
Homicide 0
During this rating period Aggravated Assaults has become a problem in the Venice Beach Marina Del Rey Peninsula areas. In several of the incidents the victim and suspect knew each other and communication failed. Stop over reacting to family or friends that do not agree with you. Everyone has their own opinion and they vary. It is OK to disagree, it is how you handle the problem that counts. Talk to each other, listen closely while the other person gives their perspective. Find common ground where both parties get some of what they want. Remember violence never solves anything. Join your local Business or Neighborhood Watch Group it is still the best tool we have to combat crime.
Safety Tips
Walking safety tips:
Be alert and observant wherever you are and learn to recognize signs of criminal behavior. Report all crime to your local police even if it is only an attempt. Crime cannot be controlled or prevented if it is not reported. By reporting crimes and suspicious activities you can protect yourself and others.
Reminder
PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING
Thursday, May 8, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific Community Station
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A13 Oakwood District
Senior Lead Officer Teresa Skinner Cell Phone # 310-622-3970
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano – 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 0
Burglary / Theft from Vehicle 8
Robbery 3
Grand Theft Auto 5
Burglaries (Residential/Business) 2
Sexual Crime 1
Homicide 0
During this rating period Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicle (BFMV) has become a problem in our area. Luxury and sports vehicles have been targeted this period more than other economical vehicles. STOP leaving items of value in plain sight inside your vehicle! Do not leave your vehicle unattended if it is unsecured not even for a minute. Close windows tightly whenever you park. A tiny gap allows a thief the chance to break into your vehicle. Do not use your glove box as a safe to store valuables, it is the first place BFMV suspects look. If you observe any suspicious activity or see a crime in progress call the police right away.
Safety Tips
Intruders safety tips:
If you are at home and you suspect someone is trying to break in, call your local police department immediately. Consider your safety and that of your family as the highest priority if you are confronted by an intruder, remain as calm as possible so you do not escalate the situation. Choose a strategy such as negotiating, fleeing, screaming, fighting, or complying whichever seems safest and most effective relative to the situation.
Reminder
PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING
Thursday, May 8, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific Roll Call Room
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A25 Mar Vista District
Senior Lead Officer Tom Wicks - Cell Phone # 310-622-3973
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 0
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 8
Robbery 1
Burglary (Residential/Business) 6
Grand Theft Auto 10
Homicide 0
Sex 0
During this rating period Grand Theft Auto (GTA) has become a problem in Basic Car 14A25 area. A motor vehicle is stolen every twenty seconds in the United States, even if it is recovered the vehicle is likely to be damaged. The inconvenience of this alone could be priceless. The peak hours for GTA suspects are dusk to mid-evening. Park in well-lit areas where there is plenty of passers-by traffic. Lock and secure your vehicle whenever it is unattended. If you have an anti-theft device for your vehicle arm and deploy it. The alarm or device cannot help protect your vehicle if it is not used. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Group it is still the best tool we have against crime.
Safety Tip
Away from home safety tips:
Use timing devices to turn on inside lights and radios to give the appearance that your home is occupied. Setting timers to go on and off at different hours in different rooms is also a good idea.
Reminder
A25 NEIGHBORHOOD ADVISORY MEETING
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific CRO Trailer
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A27 Palms District
Senior Lead Officer Juan Ceja - Cell Phone # 310-622-3975
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 3
Burglary / Theft from Vehicle 19
Robbery 4
Burglary (Residential/Business) 19
Grand Theft Auto 22
Sexual Crime 0
Homicide 0
During this rating period Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicle (BFMV) along with Grand Theft Auto (GTA) has continued to be a problem in the Westside Village area. Always lock and secure your vehicle whenever it is unattended. Attempt to park in well-lit areas with heavy pedestrian traffic. Avoid leaving items of value in plan sight inside your vehicle. Do not place items of value inside your glove box; it is the first place BFMV suspects look. Do not hide extra keys to your vehicle inside, suspects know all the hiding places. Turn the wheels to the right or left and set the emergency brake. This makes it harder for a thief to tow your vehicle. Arm and deploy any anti-theft device you may have for your vehicle. Contact the Los Angeles Police Department at (877) ASK-LAPD, to report any suspicious activity or 911 to report any crime in progress.
Safety Tips
Returning home safety tips:
When you return have your keys in your hand when approaching your door. At night, keep vehicle headlights on and vehicle doors locked until you have checked your garage or parking area. Look around before you exit your vehicle. If you are driven home, ask the driver to wait until you are safely inside.
Westside Village/Palms Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 @ 6:30 p.m.
I.M.A.N. Cultural Center Auditorium
3376 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A45 Marina District
Senior Lead Officer Heidi Llanes - Cell Phone # 310-622-3971
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano - 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 2
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 8
Robbery 3
Burglary (Residential/Business) 13
Grand Theft Auto 7
Homicide 0
Sex Crime 1
During this rating period Burglary (Residential/Business) has become a problem in our area. Most intruders seek easy targets. They want to get in quickly, quietly and unseen. The harder you make it for them, the lower your risk of a break-in. Home security starts at the front door install sturdy doors with solid a core. Also install peephole in your door so you know who is on the other side before you open it. Use window locks and window pegs for added safety feature. Use lights for garage/shed doors, entryways and ground-level windows. Also consider motion sensors and flood lights for added protection. Join your local Neighborhood Watch it is still one of the best tools we have to combat crime. Report any suspicious activity to the police as soon as possible.
Safety Tip
Apartments and condominiums safety tips:
Always lock and secure the doors to common areas or garages. Do not leave the garage door opener in your vehicle. If stolen, it provides easy access to your building. Organize regular meetings to discuss security issues, recent crimes, and precautionary measures you need to install.
Reminder
LaVILLA MARINA HOMEOWNERS ASSC. N/W WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 @ 7:30 a.m.
Chase Burton Park
Basic Car 14A49 Mar Vista District
Senior Lead Officer Drake Madison - Cell Phone # 310-622-3972
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano - Cell Phone # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 2
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 25
Robbery 4
Burglary (Residential/Business) 11
Grand Theft Auto 14
Sex Crimes 0
Homicides 0
During this rating period Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicle (BFMV) has become a problem in our area. During this period BFMV has continued to escalate with the summer months approaching. STOP leaving items of value in plain sight inside your vehicle. Place items in the truck or push them underneath the seats out of sight. Do not place items of value in your glove box, it is the first place suspects look. Attempt to park on well-lit streets with heavy passer by traffic, this helps deter BFMV suspects for fear of being seen. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Program it is still the best tool we have to combat crime.
Safety Tip
Neighborhood Watch safety tips:
Get to know your neighbors and discuss your concerns and ideas to improve security in your neighborhood. Join or start a Neighborhood Watch program as a method of organizing a network of people interested in working together to improve neighborhood security.
Reminder
SLAUSON NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific Community Police Station
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A67 Century Corridor
Senior Lead Officer Ruben Garcia - Cell Phone # 310-622-3976
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano - # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 1
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 18
Robbery 1
Burglary (Residential/Business) 17
Grand Theft Auto 6
Sexual Crime 0
Homicide 0
During this rating period Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicle (BFMV) has continued to be a major problem in our area. During this period several burglary t/theft from motor vehicle suspects were arrested from good tips from the community. Continue to be cognizant of your surroundings, smashing windows is a clear sign that you are witnessing a BFMV. Stop tempting a thief with valuables left in your vehicle in plain sight. Lock packages in the trunk or put them under the seats. Do not use the glove compartment as a "traveling safe." Lock and secure all doors/windows before leaving your vehicle unattended. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Group or start one it is still the best we have against crime.
Safety Tips
Parking safety tips:
Choose well-lighted parking areas, look around for loiterers or suspicious activity before you exit your vehicle. Keep valuables and packages locked inside the trunk of your vehicle. Avoid parking next to vans, trucks with capers or other vehicles whose size and structure can provide concealment for potential assailant.
Reminder
Ladera Civic Center Association Meeting
Thursday, May 15, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.
LASO Sub-Station
Ladera Shopping Center
Basic Car 14A73 Westchester District
Senior Lead Officer Tony Ramos - Cell Phone # 310-622-3978
Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Pompano- # 310-482-6334
Crime Trends The following are the crime statistics representing March 30, 2008 through April 26, 2008:
Aggravated Assaults 1
Burglary / Theft from vehicle 18
Robbery 1
Burglary (Residential/Business) 17
Grand Theft Auto 6
Sexual Crime 0
Homicide 0
During this rating period Burglary (Residential/Business) has become a major problem in our area. The majority of the incidents that occurred this period were suspects gaining entry via rear windows/doors. Lock and secure all doors/windows whenever your home is unsecured. Do not leave upstairs windows open for ventilation because burglary suspects find a way to gain entry through them. Install sensor light around your property, burglary suspects detest lights for fear of being seen committing their crimes. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Program it is still the best tool we have against crime. Contact your local police if you observe a crime in progress.
Safety Tip Walking safety tips:
Practice "street smarts" as you walk during the day. Know where you are going and the safest way to get there. Walk at a good steady pace, keeping your head up, and look confident. Avoid carrying lots of packages and stay on well-lit streets.
Reminder
PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING
Thursday, May 8, 2008 @ 8:30 a.m.
Pacific Station Roll Call Room
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Pacific Area Upcoming Events 2008
Note: All event and meeting information is subject to change. To confirm dates, times,
and locations call your Senior Lead Officer at 310-202-4515. Events will be added
or updated as new information is received.
HOTEL SECURITY DIRECTORS MEETING
Wednesday, May 7, 2008 @ 9:00 a.m.
Loc. TBA
SLO Ramos
PALMS/ WESTSIDE VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, May 7, 2008 @ 6:30 p.m.
I.M.A.N. Cultural Center Auditorium
3376 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles
SLO Ceja
PACIFIC RESERVE OFFICERS MEETING
Thursday, May 7, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific Station Roll Call Room
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Sgt. Merlo
A25 NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Tuesday, May 13, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific CRO Trailer
12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
SLO Wicks
SLAUSON NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, May 14, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
Pacific Station Roll Call Room
SLO Madison
LADERA CIVIC CENTER ASSOCIATION MEETING
Thursday, May 15, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.
Ladera Sheriff's Sub-Station
SLO Garcia
GLASGOW NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, May 20, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
7128 Glasgow Av., Los Angeles
SLO Ramos
PACIFIC COMMUNITY POLICE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, May 21, 2008 @ 7: 00 p.m.
Playa Vista Center Pointe
6200 Playa Vista, Playa Vista CA. 90094
Sgt. Merlo
La VILLA MARINA HOMEOWNERS ASSC. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, May 27, 2008 @ 7:30 p.m.
Chase Burton Park
SLO Llanes
READING RANGERS NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, May 28, 2008 @ 7:00 p.m.
8218 Reading Av., Los Angeles
SLO Garcia
Wisdom for the month of May
"To know nothing is bad---To learn nothing is worse. Education is the path to imitate success."
DM
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