"Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever." ~Author Unknown
Sunday, June 17, 2012
Father's Day 2012
"Dad, your guiding hand on my shoulder will remain with me forever." ~Author Unknown
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Flag Day 2012
Today, June 14th, is Flag Day! "As we reflect on our heritage, let us remember that our destiny is stitched together like those 50 stars and 13 stripes. In red, white, and blue, we see the spirit of a Nation, the resilience of our Union, and the promise of a future forged in common purpose and dedication to the principles that have always kept America strong." (2012 Presidential Proclamation)
Fly our flag proudly! HERE are some guidelines from US Flag Code on Flag Etiquette.
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Weekly Tip - Newspapers & Mail
A sure way to let folks know you are away from home is to allow newspapers or mail to accumulate on your driveway or in your mailbox. Whether you are going away for just a day, or going on vacation for a week, it is a good practice to place a "hold" on your mail and newspaper delivery while you are gone. Making your home looked "lived in" is a good crime prevention tool. Another option is to ask your house or pet-sitter to remove door hanger advertisements, the paper, and your mail.
The postal service (USPS) offers online notification for mail "hold" requests. Check out their site HERE. Contact your individual newspaper provider for steps to temporarily stop service while you are away.
These are a few simple ideas to help you become less of a target to a thief. Remember to be proactive in crime prevention!
Friday, June 8, 2012
News Release - Residential Distraction Burglaries
Incident: Residential Distraction Burglaries
Date
and Time of Release: June
8, 2012, 1:00 p.m.
Over
the course of the last year or two, we have seen an increase in reports of
residential distraction burglaries. This
type of residential burglary is not unique to Arcadia, and has been reported
throughout the San Gabriel Valley to other police agencies. However, it is always good to remind our
community about these crimes in order to increase awareness and help prevent
them from occurring in the future.
These
distraction burglaries are usually committed during daytime hours and the
victims are older in age. The primary
suspect will contact the victim, either outside in the yard, or at the
door. The suspect will state they are
from entities such as the water company, a construction company, or perhaps
even the City. Many times, the suspect
will say they need to check on water faucets and ask to enter the home, hoping
to gain the trust and cooperation of the victim. Once inside, the suspect will distract the
victim and take items themselves, or perhaps have an accomplice enter the home
to commit the crime.
Anytime
someone approaches you, or comes to your residence asking to come in or perform
work, obtain identification and confirm their identity. There may be times when a City employee, gas,
electric, telephone, water, or other service worker may require entrance to
your exterior property. Legitimate
service workers should be in some form of uniform, have identification, and
most likely be driving a clearly marked company vehicle. Unless you placed the service call, do not
allow anyone access to your home. If the
person is suspicious or uncooperative, immediately call the police, or dial
9-1-1. Our dispatchers can be reached at
(626) 574-5123.
If
you have older neighbors, friends, or relatives, please share this information
with them and help increase their awareness to this type of crime.
Anyone
with information on these crimes is asked to call the Arcadia Police Department
at (626)574-5156. You can also submit
crime tips and information via text, phone, or web to LA
Regional Crime Stoppers,
800-222-TIPS (8477).
Robert
T. Guthrie, Chief of Police
By: Tom
Le Veque
Lieutenant
Thursday, June 7, 2012
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
Weekly Tip - Speed Trap?
Officers are often asked questions about speeding and speed enforcement. The best answer is to obey the speed limits and you will never have a problem. Too often, drivers feel that because the "flow" of traffic is faster, or "everyone" is speeding, then it is perhaps OK to drive fast. The DMV does a nice job of summarizing and explaining speed limits in California.
A phrase that is often tossed around and usually not understood is "speed trap". Many drivers feel that when a speed limit appears to be posted too low or an Officer is perceived to be "hiding", then this equates to a speed trap. Not so. California and Federal law dictate how roadway speed limits are posted. If radar or laser is used for speed enforcement, roadways require speed surveys. Contrary to what a particular website will profess, the usual belief that you have fallen victim to a speed trap is false. Arcadia has many entries on the site and it demonstrates that we are making an impact with high visibility enforcement.
For questions about traffic related activity or requests for directed enforcement in a particular area, call the APD Traffic Bureau at (626) 574-5475.
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