Pacific Area Neighborhood News
April 2011 Captains Message
Sexual assault crimes affect the lives of millions in the United States. To increase awareness about this issue, prevent future crimes, and to aid Sexual Assault victims, April has been marked as National Sexual Assault Awareness Month.
Sexual assaults are prevalent in Los Angeles. Studies have shown that this crime impacts people of all ages and in every walk of life. One recent study found that 18% of women in this country have been sexually assaulted in their life time. In addition, rates of sexual assaults remain startlingly high for high school students to college students.
Victims suffer from both the physical and emotional consequences of an assault. Sexual assault can lead to long-term health problems as well as severe emotional harm which can be more painful than the physical assault itself. It has been well documented that the effects of a sexual assault go well beyond the victim. Sexual assault also has a profound impact on a victim’s family, friends, neighbors, and workplace.
Victims need an array of services to heal from the trauma of a sexual assault, including crisis intervention, 24-hour sexual assault hotlines, medical and criminal justice accompaniment, and counseling. Victim services counselors work tirelessly to help victims of sexual assaults transform into survivors.
The most important fact about a sexual assault is that it is never the victim’s fault. Remember, the ultimate goal of an attack victim is survival. If you believe resisting would put your life in greater danger, cooperate. Do not blame yourself for anything you did or did not do. Report all such attacks to your local police agency as soon as it is safe to.
JON F. PETERS,
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 March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011.
Basic Car 14A11 Venice Beach District
Senior Lead Officer Theresa Skinner - Cell Phone # (310) 622-3968 Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Merlo - # (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 7
- Burglary / Theft from vehicle 8
- Robbery 7
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 11
- Grand Theft Autos 7
- Sexual Crime 0
- Homicide 0
- Theft 20
During this rating period Robbery (Stick-ups or Hold-ups) has become a problem in the Venice Beach Marina Del Rey Peninsula areas. Stick-ups or hold-ups are simple robberies in which a weapon or physical or emotional assault is used to remove the victim’s property. Robbery is often associated with other crime such as rape, vehicle theft, assault, etc., the crimes can happen anywhere so you must cognizant of your surroundings. Do not walk at night alone; walk with someone else there is safety in numbers. Travel light leave extra money and expensive jewelry at home. Avoid dark alleys and closed parks or schools. If you observe any suspicious activities call the police right away.
Community Policing safety tips:
In community policing, the emphasis is on stopping crime before it happens. Community policing gives citizens more control over the quality of life in their neighborhoods.
Reminder
• PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Pacific Community Station 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A13 Oakwood District
Senior Lead Officer Theresa Skinner - Cell Phone # (310) 622-3970 Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Merlo – (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
• The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 21, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 3
Burglary / Theft from Vehicle 8 - Robbery 3
- Grand Theft Auto 2
- Burglaries (Residential/Business) 14
- Sexual Crime 0
- Homicide 0
- Theft 9
• During this rating period Burglary (Business/Residential) has continued to be a problem in our area. Incidents during this period were committed at various times in the afternoon an early morning hours. Most burglary suspects seek easy targets. They want to get in quickly, quietly, and unseen. Common sense and a bit of time and energy can go a lone way in helping protect your home. Alarms, trained guard dogs, regular security measures will help protect your property. Lock and secure your property any time it is not occupied. If you observe any suspicious activities contact the police right away.
Safety Tips
• Gun safety tips:
Every parent needs to know about gun safety. Maybe you do not own a gun but many others including friends, family and neighbors may. Children are naturally curious; teach them never to pick up a gun no matter where they may fine them.
• PACIFIC HOMELESS OUTREACH MEETING Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 6:30 p.m. Pacific Roll Call Room 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A25 Mar Vista District
Senior Lead Officer Marci Garcia - Cell Phone # (310) 622-3973 Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Merlo - (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
• The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 0
- Burglary / Theft from vehicle 12
- Robbery 3
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 7
- Grand Theft Auto 1
- Homicide 0
- Sex 1
- Theft 11
During this rating period Basic Car 14A25 has experience an increase in Burglary (Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicles). Never leave items of value in plain sight inside your vehicle. Lock all items of value inside your truck or anywhere out of sight. Always lock and secure doors, windows and vents whenever you are away from your vehicle. For additional security for your vehicle attempt to park in well-lit areas with heavy pedestrian traffic, GTA suspects hate to be seen committing their crimes. Install sensor lights around your property, burglary suspects detest light. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Program it is still the best tool against crime. If you observe any suspicious or criminal activities call the police right away.
Safety Tip
• Bait and switch safety tips:
Bait and switch ads advertise an item at an unusually low price. However, once you are in the store the item is suddenly sold out. The salesperson then tries to sell you a more expensive model that is well-stocked.
Reminder
• A25 MAR VISTA FAMILY N/W MEETING Tuesday, April 1, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Mar Vista Family Center 5070 Slauson Av., Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A27 Palms District
Senior Lead Officer Juan Ceja - Cell Phone # (310) 622-3975 Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Merlo - (310) 482-6334 Crime Trends
• The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 6
- Burglary / Theft from Vehicle 15
- Robbery 2
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 20
- Grand Theft Auto 16
- Sexual Crime 1
- Homicide 0
- Theft 6
• During this rating period Rape (Acquaintance or Date) has become a problem in the Westside Village area. Date rape is a sexual act committed against your will by someone you know. Date rape is not about healthy sexual desire, it is sexual assault. When you are about to go with a new person make it clear what you expect or want beforehand. Avoid alcohol and other drugs, by consuming them it makes it harder for you to stay in control of the situation.
Avoid secluded places such as closed parks, schools alleys. Please contact the Los Angeles Police Department at (877) ASK-LAPD, to report any suspicious activity or 911 to report any crimes in progress.
Safety Tips
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Fitness fraud safety tips:
Beware of fitness frauds and vanity gimmicks. There are no known products or services that can: make you taller, make you younger, and reduce your weight by using a creams, wraps, belts, girdles, vibrators, massages or sweat baths.
Westside Village/Palms Area Neighborhood Watch Meeting
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 6:30 p.m. I.M.A.N. Cultural Center Auditorium 3376 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles
Basic Car 14A45 Marina District
Senior Lead Officer Joe Cruz - Cell Phone # (310) 622-3971 Basic Car Coordinator Sergeant Merlo - (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
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The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 3
- Burglary / Theft from vehicle 16
- Robbery 2
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 14
- Grand Theft Auto 9
- Homicide 0
- Sex Crime 0
- Theft 26
During this rating period Theft (Petty) has become a problem in our area. Petty theft is the taking of property without the owner’s knowledge or consent. Petty theft suspects are often called opportunist because they take whatever they find left unsecured or lying around. Teach family members to place all items such as toys, tools, gardening equipment in their proper place. Secure your garage or storage bin at all times. If you observe any suspicious activity or an altercation in progress call the police right away.
Safety Tip
Drugs safety tips:
Drugs are chemical substances that can affect your body, mind and behavior. Drugs often cause serious harm; it can threaten a person’s physical and mental health, family and career. Drugs problems affect nearly every community.
Reminder
• LaVILLA MARINA HOMEOWNERS ASSC. N/W WATCH MEETING Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 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 Merlo - Cell Phone # (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
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- The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 1
- Burglary / Theft from vehicle 9
- Robbery 1
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 4
- Grand Theft Auto 4
- Sex 1
- Homicides 0
- Theft 2
During this rating period Sexual crime (Rape) has continued to be a problem in our area. In this incident the victim knew the suspect which is often called acquaintance rape. Acquaintance or date rape is a sexual act committed against your will by someone you know. The most effective weapon during a confrontation is your own judgement. Stay as calm as possible try to think rationally, without panic. Try to observe as much as you can about your assailant, evaluate the situation and attempt to find a way to escape. Remember your main objective is to survival, no matter what you have to do to achieve this rape is never the victim’s fault. Anyone whom observes an attack in progress calls the police right away and helps protect a life from being destroyed.
Safety Tip
• Partner abuse safety tips:
Partner abuse in most cases, is the mistreatment of a woman by her partner (but a man can be abused) often times it is called family violence. Partner abuse usually comes in the form of physical, sexual or emotional abuse. Seek help and counseling through a multitude of programs and the police.
Reminder
• SLAUSON NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 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 Merlo - # (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
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The following are the crime statistics representing March 1, 2011 through March 31, 2011:
- Aggravated Assaults 1
- Burglary / Theft from vehicle 22
- Robbery 3
- Burglary (Residential/Business) 20
- Grand Theft Auto 8
- Sexual Crime 0
- Homicide 0
- Theft 14
During this rating period Burglary/Theft from Motor Vehicle (BFMV) has continued to be a problem in our area. Never leave your vehicle unsecured if it is not occupied. Lock all items of value in the truck of your vehicle or at least out of plan sight. Attempt to park your vehicle in a well lit area, ample lighting helps deter BFMV suspects. Arm and deploy any anti-theft device you may have for your vehicle, no alarm in the world can help protect your property if you do not use it. If you observe any suspicious activity or people loitering in the neighborhood looking into vehicles call the police right away. Join your local Neighborhood Watch Program it is still by far the best tool we have against crime.
Safety Tips
• School violence safety tips:
School violence can best be prevented through sound communication. Building positive relationships between students and school staff, parents, other students are the building blocks for success. Encouraging students to come forth and share their feelings in a safe environment is the answer.
Reminder
• Ladera Civic Center Association Meeting Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 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 Merlo- # (310) 482-6334
Crime Trends
• The following are the crime statistics representing February 1, 2011 through February 28, 2011:
Aggravated Assaults 3 Burglary / Theft from vehicle 21 Robbery 1 Burglary (Residential/Business) 8 Grand Theft Auto 7 Sexual Crime 0 Homicide 0 Theft 6
• During this rating period Grand Theft Auto (GTA) has become a problem in our area. Several of the incidents occurred due to victim’s vehicle not being secured. Anytime your vehicle is unsecured you most lock all doors and windows. Attempt to park in well lit areas with heavy pedestrian traffic. Avoid parking near large buses, SUV’s, or trucks these over sized vehicles create cover for GTA suspects to enter and remove your vehicle. Never hide spear keys on or inside your vehicle, GTA suspects know all the hiding places. Call the police if you observe a crime in progress or for any suspicious activity in your community.
Safety Tip
• Home safety tips:
Help secure your home by keeping all doors and windows locked when your home is unattended. Never hide keys outside your home, criminals know how to find them. Get to know your neighbors; they are often an extra set of eyes and ears for you.
Reminder
PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING
Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Pacific Station Roll Call Room 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles
Pacific Area Upcoming Events 2011
Note: All event and meeting information is subject to change. To confirm dates, times, and locations call your Senior Lead Officer at (310) 202-4587. Events will be added or updated as new information is received.
HOTEL SECURITY DIRECTORS MEETING
Wednesday, April 6, 2011 @ 9:00 a.m. Loc. TBA SLO Garcia
PALMS/ WESTSIDE VILLAGE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, April 6, 2011 @ 6:30 p.m. I.M.A.N. Cultural Center Auditorium 3376 Motor Avenue, Los Angeles SLO Ceja
PACIFIC BOOSTERS MEETING
Thursday, April 7, 2011 @ 8:30 a.m. Pacific Station Roll Call Room 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles Officer Newson
SLAUSON NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, April 13, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Pacific Station Roll Call Room SLO Garcia
PACIFIC RESERVE MEETING
Thursday, April 14, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Pacific Station Roll Room 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles Officer Newson
PACIFIC HOMELESS OUTREACH MEETING
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 6:30 p.m. Pacific Station Roll Call Room 12312 Culver Blvd., Los Angeles Officer Newson
GLASGOW NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, April 19, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. 7128 Glasgow Av., Los Angeles SLO Garcia
COMMUNITY POLICE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
Wednesday, April 20, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. Playa vista Community Ctr. Marina Del Ray Sgt. Merlo
LADERA CIVIC CENTER ASSOCIATION MEETING
Thursday, April 21, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m.
Ladera Sheriff’s Sub-Station
SLO Garcia
La VILLA MARINA HOMEOWNERS ASSC. NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Tuesday, April 26, 2011 @ 7:30 p.m. Chase Burton Park SLO Cruz
READING RANGERS NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH MEETING
Wednesday, April 27, 2011 @ 7:00 p.m. 8218 Reading Av., Los Angeles SLO Garcia
Wisdom for the month of April “A big shot is a little shot that kept shooting.”
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