The Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station has released its crime information and public safety report for Castaic-Val Verde (Zone 2) for the week of Aug. 6-12, 2018.

The following part 1 crimes were reported this week.

8/8/18
Petty Theft – 227000 block of Firebrand Drive
The victim reported miscellaneous items stolen from his unlocked vehicle in the early morning hours.

8/10/18
Burglary – 27000 block of Hancock Pkwy.
The victim reported numerous tools stolen from cargo containers inside the building. The lock box was missing from the side of the container. There were no signs of forced entry. Among the tools taken were 2 “Makita” chop saws and a “Mag” drill. The loss was estimated around $6,500.

8/10/18
Grand Theft – 31000 block of Castaic Road
The victim reported their maroon “BMX” bicycle stolen by an adult male. The victim saw the suspect ride off on the bike, ran after him, but was unable to catch him. Responding deputies located and arrested the suspect.

8/12/18
Grand Theft – 30000 block of N. Medford Place
The victim reported numerous items stolen from their unlocked vehicle during the early morning hours. Among the items stolen were a black “Galaxy” cell phone, a CDL and L.A. County Fire I.D. in the victim’s name.

8/12/18
Petty Theft – 2800 block of Oak Valley Road
The victim reported miscellaneous change stolen from the center console of his unlocked vehicle. The crime occurred in the early morning hours.

8/12/18
Petty Theft – 25000 block of Oak Valley Road.
The victim reported miscellaneous change stolen from the center console of their unlocked vehicle. The crime occurred in the early morning hours.

Remember, in any community, the citizens are the first set of eyes and ears for first responders. It is the community who knows what does and doesn’t look right. It is you, the local citizens, who can tell who does and doesn’t belong in the area. If you see any suspicious activity, something that doesn’t look right, please call the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station at 661-255-1121 or 9-1-1 in an emergency.

Please be aware that many of the thefts we have seen in the past have been crimes of opportunity. Never leave valuables in plain view in your vehicle, close and lock your doors. Minimize your risk of becoming a victim.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding Zone 2 (Castaic or Val Verde), please feel free to email or call me directly.

Deputy Brian Rooney
bjrooney@lasd.org
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
661-255-1121