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There were 23 Part I felony crimes reported in Cerritos this past reporting period, resulting in a decrease of two from the previous week. The following is a breakdown of crimes by category: one robbery, one aggravated assault, three residential burglaries, two commercial/other structure burglaries, three grand thefts, four vehicle thefts, and nine vehicle burglaries. Cerritos Station deputies made two felony arrests, nine misdemeanor arrests, three warrant arrests, and issued 63 citations. The Sheriff’s dispatch center also received a total of 379 calls for service.
Robbery:
11300 block of Felson Street (09/22 – Afternoon): The victim was walking down the street when the unknown suspect rode up to the victim on his bicycle. The suspect told the victim to give him his chain. The victim complied out of fear. The suspect then asked if the victim had any additional items and threated to shoot him. The victim handed the suspect his iPod. The suspect rode away. The victim was able to flag down deputies. The deputies quickly located the suspect. The suspect was arrested.
Aggravated Assault:
11400 block of South Street (09/20 – Evening): The individuals involved are known to each other and got into a verbal and physical altercation after having a few drinks. Both were arrested for the altercation.
Residential Burglary:
16500 block of Knoll Stone Circle (09/24-25 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) entered a home. It is unknown how entry was made or if anything was stolen.
19000 block of Stefani Avenue (09/22 – Day): The unknown suspect(s) entered the home by shattering the rear sliding door. Valuables were stolen from the home.
11600 block of Gonsalves Street (09/21 – Day): The unknown suspect(s) entered the home by damaging the locks on the rear windows. Stolen were valuables and an electronic device.
Commercial/Other Structure Burglary:
13400 block of Village Drive (09/19 – Morning): The unknown suspect(s) entered the storage room in a detached garage of the home by prying open the door. It is currently unknown if anything was stolen.
19800 block of Norwalk Boulevard (09/17-19 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) entered the location by prying open the front door. Stolen was a register and US currency.
Grand Theft:
239 Los Cerritos Center (09/22 – Afternoon): The unknown suspects entered the store, while it was open for business, and stole several articles of clothing.
16100 block of Crystal Creek Lane (09/19 – Morning): The unknown suspect(s) stole the rims and tires off of the victim’s vehicle.
239 Los Cerritos Center (09/13 – Afternoon): The unknown suspect entered the store, while it was open for business, and stole several articles of clothing.
Grand Theft Auto:
10900 block of Roberta Street (09/24-25 – Overnight): The unknown suspect(s) stole a 2007 Toyota Tundra from the driveway of the residence.
19400 block of Jersey Circle (09/23-24 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) stole a 2008 Lexus ES350 from the driveway of the residence.
12700 block of Towne Center Drive (09/20 – Evening): The unknown suspect(s) stole a 1995 Honda Accord from the parking lot.
239 Los Cerritos Center (09/19 – Afternoon): The unknown suspect(s) stole a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado from the parking lot.
Vehicle Burglary:
11100 block of 183rd Street (09/25 – Evening): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2015 Kia Optima, parked in the parking lot, by shattering a window. Stolen was a purse.
12700 block of Towne Center Drive (09/24 – Evening): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2003 Toyota Sienna, parked in the parking lot, by shattering a window. Stolen was an electronic device.
17300 block of Marquardt Avenue (09/23-24 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2006 Honda Civic, parked in the parking lot, by shattering a window. Stolen was the vehicle registration.
16900 block of Sierra Vista Way (09/23-24 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2013 Toyota Tacoma parked at the residence and stole the vehicle registration and insurance. It is unknown how entry was made.
239 Los Cerritos Center (09/23 – Day): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta, parked in the parking lot, through the windows that had been left slightly rolled down. Stolen were an electronic device, books, and glasses.
17400 block of Linda Way (09/22-23 – Unknown): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 1994 Chevrolet S10 parked in driveway and stole a charger, keys, and U.S currency. It is unknown how entry was made.
16100 block of Cloverdale Lane (09/21-22 – Overnight): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2006 Toyota Sienna, parked at the residence, by shattering a window. Nothing appeared to be stolen.
13500 block of Semora Road (09/18-19 – Overnight): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2005 GMC Safari, parked in the driveway, by shattering a window. Stolen was a tool.
16700 block of Greenbrook Circle (09/18-19 – Morning): The unknown suspect(s) entered a 2003 Chevrolet Silverado parked in the driveway and stole the satellite radio, a pair of shoes, a jacket, and a lug nut key.
Simple Prevention Tips
SECURE YOUR YARD
Make sure that exterior lights are in working order. Consider installing motion activated lighting for your front and rear yards. Trim trees and bushes near your windows and walkways to keep them visible. Cutting the trees and bushes back can eliminate dark shadows to prevent intruders from hiding. Planting thorny bushes or shrubs beneath the first floor windows will prevent easy access by a burglar. Do not leave ladders or tools out that can be used to break into your home. Make sure to keep your valuables out of sight. Break down the cardboard box that your new flat screen TV or computer came in and do not leave it visible by the recycling bin.
If you see suspicious person(s) or activity in your neighborhood or business, call Cerritos Sheriff’s Station at (562) 860-0044 or 911 immediately. It is a good idea to keep the Sheriff’s Station phone number stored in your cell phone for quick reference.
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