Stevenson Ranch: Zone 3, Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information for the week of 12/14/15 – 12/20/15.
Hello Stevenson Ranch, here is your weekly report:

A grand theft auto occurred on the 25600 block of The Old Rd. Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s vehicle which was parked at the location.

A petty theft shoplifting occurred on the 25500 block of The Old Rd. A male adult left the location with several clothng items and a toy which he did not pay for. No arrest was made.

A petty theft shoplifting occurred on the 25400 block of The Old Rd. A female adult attempted to leave the location with several items she did not pay for. She was arrested for petty theft.

A petty theft occurred on the 25600 block of The Old Rd. Person(s) unknown stole the victim’s cell phone which she was carrying in a pouch. The victim stated she did not see who removed her cell phone from the pouch.

Tip of the Week: Avoiding Theft of Packages

Theft of packages during the holiday seasons is an ongoing problem every year. Most commonly, thieves will actually follow delivery trucks and pick up packages just moments after they were delivered. Luckily though, technology has provided us with many ways to track our packages and know better when they will be delivered.Here are some tips to help you protect yourself from these thefts:

Whenever possible, try to schedule the delivery of your packages when you will be home.

Request that the packages need to be signed for at delivery time.

If you cannot be home for a delivery, see if a neighbor or family member can keep an eye out and pick up your packages for you.

Consider renting a mail box either at the post office, or a private company to have your packages safely delivered too for the holidays.

If you see someone in your neighborhood stealing packages from doorsteps, call the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station immediately and report this incident.

If you are employed as a delivery driver, be aware of anyone who may be following you, and call your local police department or Sheriff’s Station immediately if you notice anything suspicious.

Deputy Kevin Duxbury
KBDuxbur@lasd.org
661-799-5158
Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station
Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department
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