Canyon Country (East) Crime Report for the week of 10/03/16 to 10/09/16

10/03/16

Vehicle Theft-27400 block of Sophia Lane

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s 2006 Honda Civic from the location.

Grand Theft-28500 block of Linda Vista Street

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s portable gas powered generator from the open bed of his truck. The suspect cut the chain which previously secured the generator.

Burglary-27900 block of Solamint Road

An unknown suspect entered the victim’s apartment and stole a laptop and a desktop computer. The responding deputy did not see any sign of forced entry.

Burglary-27300 block of Rock Rose Lane

An unknown suspect entered the victim’s apartment and stole several items. Entry was made via the living room window, where visible fingerprints were found.

10/06/16

Burglary-27300 block of Evi Lane

An unknown suspect entered the victim’s locked garage by breaking the key lock. Once inside, the suspect stole the rims, tires and third row seat off his 2007 Cadillac Escalade.

10/07/16

Vehicle Theft-18000 block of Annes Circle

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s 1994 Nissan pickup truck from the location.

Vehicle Theft-28800 block of Silver Saddle Circle

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s 1990 red Honda Civic from the location.

Vehicle Theft-Silver Saddle Cir/Palomino Place, Cyn

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s 1999 white Honda White from the location.

Dude where’s my car?

You better watch out. Fifty percent of all vehicles stolen in California are taken from Southern California. In 2015, 180,000 vehicles were stolen in California statewide. We are not just talking about cars; vehicle theft includes, motorcycles, trucks, SUV’s, commercial trucks, recreational vehicles and trailers. The value of the loss to California residents is estimated to be at $1 billion.

Here are some simple reminders on how you can protect your vehicle. Remember, there’s no such thing as an unwanted car, even the oldest car on the road can be a target.

* Always take your keys and don’t leave them in your vehicle

* Close your windows and lock your doors

* Park your vehicle in well-lit areas

* Never walk away from your vehicle while it is running

* Park your vehicle in your garage, if possible

* Utilize various anti-theft devices

* Never leave valuables in your vehicle, especially in plain site

If you find yourself in the unfortunate circumstance where your vehicle has been stolen, follow these steps when you contact your local police department:

* Give them your license plate number

* The make, model and color of the car

Deputy Luis Cabrera

lrcabrer@lasd.org

661-255-1121 X 4283

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department

Twitter @SCVSheriff http://www.twitter.com/scvsheriff