Deputy David March, You Are Not Forgotten!

Today is the anniversary of the murder of Deputy David March. Dave was killed during a traffic stop on Live Oak Avenue, east of Peck Road, on April 29, 2002, at about 10:40 a.m. A memorial was built in his honor at the scene. Temple Deputies remember Deputy March not only on the anniversary of his death but throughout the year by displaying his call sign, "57" on the rear window of Temple units. Please join APD in honoring this slain local hero, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Deputy David March.

Sexual Assault Suspect Found Guilty

Our Investigators often work behind the scenes and put in many hours of casework to obtain successful filings and prosecutions. This is a nice example of some hard, collaborative work, helping lead to a guilty verdict in a multiple victim sexual assault case. Detective Guerrero is pictured with a recent Pasadena Star-News article regarding the cases. Below is the narrative releases by the LADA's Office after the trial.

"A former maintenance supervisor at a mall in Arcadia has been found guilty of sexually assaulting three women working for him, the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office announced today.

A jury yesterday found Diego Briones Cervantes (dob 5/12/81) of San Gabriel guilty of one count each of forcible rape, attempted rape, sexual penetration by foreign object and sexual battery by restraint as well as two counts each of forcible oral copulation and false imprisonment by violence.

Deputy District Attorney Fernanda Barreto said the jury, which deliberated for four days, also found

true the special allegation of multiple victims.

Sentencing is scheduled on May 24 in Department T of the Los Angeles County Superior Court,

Alhambra Branch. Cervantes faces life in state prison.

All of the victims were women under his supervision and the assaults happened during work hours at

the mall on or between Sept. 1, 2015, and Feb. 2, 2017, the prosecutor said. Additionally, Cervantes retaliated against his victims for resisting his attacks by cutting their work hours, according to evidence presented at the trial.

Case GA102221 was investigated by the Arcadia Police Department"

Weekly Activity Highlights for April 14 - 20, 2019

https://www.arcadiaca.gov/home/showdocument?id=19007

Weekly Tip - Go Safely California!

Meet Your Area Commander

Join us for a Public Safety discussion and the opportunity to learn more about our Area Command Program. Your Area Commanders will be present to meet and greet. The event will be held at the Arcadia Performing Arts Center, 188 Campus Drive, on Wednesday, May 1st, from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

For additional information or questions, contact the Community Affairs Office at 626.821.2648.

Happy Easter 2019

Wishing the best to everyone during this Easter holiday. In addition to all those on the road for the holiday weekend, many schools are out for spring break. Take care on the roads and travel safely. Happy Easter!

Weekly Activity Highlights for April 7 - 13, 2019

https://www.arcadiaca.gov/home/showdocument?id=18945

Weekly Tip - Community Concern? Reach Out to Your Area Commander!

The Arcadia Police Department has dedicated Area Commanders who are liaisons for residents, businesses, and community members within designated areas of the City. The boundaries were recently changed to align with Council Districts in the City. Take advantage of your Area Commander for any non-emergent concerns you have related to safety and quality of life issues. Our Area Commanders can be reached at 626.574.5151 or their emails listed below. If you reach out or leave a message, please allow time for them to reply based on their schedules.

For emergencies, always dial 9-1-1. For general calls for service, contact our Dispatch at 626.574.5123.

District 1:  Lt. Nakamura - rnakamura@arcadiaca.gov

District 2:  Lt. Cullen - tcullen@arcadiaca.gov

District 3:  Lt. Ortiz - bortiz@arcadiaca.gov

District 4:  Lt. Whalen - vwhalen@arcadiaca.gov

District 5:  Lt. Castro - mcastro@arcadiaca.gov

Dispatcher Appreciation Week 2019

The week of April 14-20, 2019 is National Public Safety Telecommunicators Appreciation week, also known as Dispatcher Appreciation Week.  Our dispatchers are the ones who answer most of the incoming calls to the department, answer all the 911 calls, and relay important information to our officers in the field. 

Dispatchers are the ones behind the scene, who are often not recognized for their work.  They are the ones who answer when you dial 911 when you need help. They are a calm voice in that moment of need, and the ones who get the information to tell first responders where they are needed. 

Telecommunicators Week began in California in 1981 and quickly grew to national recognition. Just ten years later, Congress designated the second full week of each April as a time to remember the critical role that dispatchers play in keeping us all safe.

On behalf of the Arcadia Police Department, we say “thank you.”  Thank you to all the public safety telecommunicators and dispatchers out there.  And of course, we say a special “thank you” to our very own Arcadia Police Dispatchers. 

Weekly Activity Highlights for March 31 - April 6, 2019

https://www.arcadiaca.gov/home/showdocument?id=18917

Weekly Tip - Be Safe While Out for a Walk!

Warmer weather, daylight saving time, summer approaching, are all reasons more pedestrians are hitting the road in the early mornings and evenings.  It is important to practice good walking and running safety as a pedestrian.  Many factors impact whether or not drivers will see pedestrians. Some vision obscurements and lighting conditions are not controlled by the pedestrian, but we can greatly enhance our safety and visibility with some proactive steps:

• Wear light/bright colored clothing, preferably clothing with reflective strips or perhaps a safety vest.
• Carry a lighted flashlight when walking at night.
• Use sidewalks when available.
• Walk facing traffic so you can see cars approaching.
• If walking or running in the roadway, stay out of traffic lanes - it is unsafe and possibly unlawful.
• Make eye contact with drivers before crossing streets, additional lanes, or driveways.
• Never assume drivers will stop or yield - walk defensively.
• If you must have music or talk on your phone, use only one earpiece and keep the volume down. Listen for traffic!
• Be aware of your surroundings and practice personal safety!
• Vary your routes so you are not predictable.
• Avoid dimly lit roads, alleys, and areas.
• Carry identification and a cell phone.
• Walk with a partner or friend.
• Don't approach vehicles stopping near you or in your path.
• Consider personal safety items such as pepper spray.

Weekly Activity Highlights for March 24 - 30, 2019

https://www.arcadiaca.gov/home/showdocument?id=18888

Weekly Tip - Put the Phone Down! Just Drive!

(Just Drive via California Office of Traffic Safety)

Annual Santa Anita Derby Day 5K Road Closure

The Annual Santa Anita Derby Day 5K Run and Walk will be held on Saturday, April 6^th, 2019.  As a result of this event, vehicles driving on Baldwin Avenue between Huntington Drive and Foothill Boulevard will be delayed or diverted from 7:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.  It is recommended that alternate routes be used during this time period to avoid being detoured or delayed.

Questions or concerns may be directed to the on-duty Watch Commander at the Arcadia Police Department, (626) 574-5156.  We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, and thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Additional event information can be found at the official Derby Day 5K website HERE.