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Crime & Safety

Police: No Suspects in String of Burglaries

In a recent letter to neighborhood watch captains, Sgt. Keith Abbott of the SMPD notes an unusually high number of residential and automobile break-ins.

Sgt. Keith Abbott of the has sent a notice to all neighborhood watch commanders warning of a recent string of burglaries in the city.

Abbott notes that more than five occurrences of burglary or theft took place in the period between Sept. 11 and 24 and offers advice for protecting homes and automobiles from potential thieves.

Abbott also notes that the department has no suspects in the recent crimes, but that their investigation is ongoing.

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Here’s the full announcement from Sgt. Abbott:

Between 09-11-2011 and 09-24-2011, the Sierra Madre area has had over 5 occurrences of burglary and theft.  These crimes have primarily involved residences and vehicles.  Personal items have been stolen.  In some cases, the houses and vehicles were unlocked.  In other cases, force was used, such as smashing a window or prying windows or doors. 

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These crimes have happened in the 600-700 blocks of W. Sierra Madre Boulevard, the 600 block of E. Sierra Madre Boulevard, the 200 block of Mariposa Avenue, the 00 block of W. Grandview Avenue and the 300-400 blocks of N. Canon Avenue.  There is no suspect information. These crimes are under investigation.

In general, and not necessarily related to this crime, residents are reminded to close and lock doors and windows, and, if so available, use their house and vehicle alarms; alarm company signs and stickers can also be a deterrent. 

While out of town, also consider using a radio that is loud enough for a suspect coming too your front door or listening at your windows to hear and hopefully believe someone is actually home; of course, don’t have the radio to loud to disturb your neighbors and be careful if you leave your radio on for a long time when away due to the possibility of a fire hazard. 

The police department also offers vacation checks while you are away; call the station at (626) 355-1414 for more information. Finally, report suspicious activity!

Thank you for your commitment to the Sierra Madre Police Department Neighborhood Watch Program. Together we will have a safer community! We seek citizens interested in Neighborhood Watch and appreciate interested people to call Ruben Enriquez, Sergeant or John Ford, Officer, both at (626) 355-1414. 

Sergeant Keith Abbott

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