Other Structure Burglary
A burglary to a business was reported on the 14500 block of Firestone Blvd. The incident remains under investigation.Vehicle BurglaryNine vehicle burglaries were reported last week.A window smash burglary was reported on the 16100 block of Rosecrans Ave. Electronics and other items were stolen from the vehicle.Two window smash burglaries were reported in a parking lot on the 14300 block of Firestone Blvd. Bags containing various items were taken in both incidents.A laptop computer and backpack were reported stolen from a vehicle on the 14800 block of Dunnet Ave.Two vehicles were reported burglarized on the 14500 block of Keating Dr. A duffel bag containing camping items and power tools were stolen from the vehicles.An incident was reported on the 15000 block of Leffingwell Rd. Sunglasses and a phone cord was taken in the incident.A third row seat and wheel bolt cover was taken from a vehicle on the 14200 block of Firestone Blvd.Luggage was reported stolen from a vehicle on the 14400 block of Firestone Blvd.Grand TheftA grand theft involving fraudulent checks cashed was reported on the 16200 block of Phoebe Ave. The incident remains under investigation.Twelve catalytic converters were removed from vehicles on the 14700 block of Firestone Blvd. The suspects fled the location when approached by a bystander and left the parts behind.Grand Theft VehicleA vehicle was reported stolen from the 12800 block of Lake Forest Ave. The truck was recovered later the same day nearby.Don’t become a victim of vehicle burglaryVehicle burglaries are crimes of opportunity, but by taking simple steps you can help reduce the chance of becoming a victim.Out of Sight, Out of CrimeMany vehicle burglaries are a result of items that are left in plain sight in the passenger compartment of a vehicle. Never leave valuables such as purses, wallets, GPS devices, cell phones, laptops, or anything else of value in plain view in your vehicle. Take the items with you when possible. It only takes a few moments to break into a vehicle and take your property.Commercial parking lots such as gyms and shopping malls are high target areas for vehicle burglars who may be watching where you conceal items inside of your vehicle prior to exiting. Always be mindful when entering a parking lot of suspicious persons that may be lingering on foot in the area or watching the parking lot from inside of a vehicle.Security & Your Peace of MindAlways make sure to properly secure your vehicle windows and door locks, even when parking at your own residence. If you have an anti theft system, be sure to always arm it. When possible, park in well lit, heavily traveled areas of commercial parking lots. When parking in your driveway at home, motion sensor lights may deter potential burglars.Take precautions when holiday shoppingSuspects commonly case parking lots for shoppers who return to their vehicles to load up their vehicles with valuables, then return to finish shopping. Plan ahead and make smaller shopping trips. If you must store valuables in your vehicle, lock them in your trunk and keep them in a non-visible place. Park in well-lit areas and remain alert in parking lots. Scan the area surrounding your vehicle both when you park and when you return to your vehicle.Contact the La Mirada Community Sheriff’s Station if you observe suspicious activity immediately (562) 902-2960. Obtain a description of the person, a vehicle description, and vehicle license plate if possible.
