Canyon Country-East, Zone 8

Public Safety and Crime Prevention Information for the week of 05/25/15 to 05/31/2015

This past week in Zone 8 (East), the following Part-1 Crimes occurred:

An arson fire occurred near the 14900 block of Daffodil Ave., Canyon Country. The victim discovered his doormat on fire and saw his next door neighbor (suspect) walking away from his property with a gas can and lighter in hand. The suspect was arrested and booked for the indicated charge. This incident is currently being investigated by Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Arson Explosive Bureau.

A robbery occurred near the 18400 block of Soledad Cyn Rd., Canyon Country. The victim was standing behind a convenience store, when he was approached from behind by the suspect. The suspect placed the victim in a chokehold and stole money from his back pocket. The suspect left on foot in an unknown direction. This incident is currently being investigated by Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station detectives.

A robbery/assault occurred at a business near the 18200 block of Soledad Cyn Rd., Canyon Country. The suspect accused the victim of having an inappropriate relationship with her boyfriend. The suspect proceeded to assault the victim as second suspect stole the victim’s purse. The suspects fled prior to the arrival of deputies. This incident is currently being investigated by Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station detectives.

A robbery occurred at a business near the 19100 block of Golden Valley Rd., Canyon Country. The suspect entered the location, selected items, concealed them and attempted to leave. The suspect got into a physical altercation with loss prevention officers. The suspect was arrested and booked for the indicated charge. This incident is currently being investigated by Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station detectives.

A burglary occurred at a business near the 16400 block of Sierra Hwy., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) forced entry into the victim’s business and stole cash and numerous items. This incident is currently being investigated by Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station detectives.

The following thefts are currently being investigated by Santa Clarita Sheriff’s Station detectives:

A theft from a vehicle occurred near Dolan St. & Sierra Hwy., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown forced entry into the victim’s vehicle and stole numerous items.

A theft from a vehicle occurred near the 16600 block of Nearview Ave., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown forced entry into the victim’s locked vehicle and stole numerous items..

A theft from a vehicle occurred near the 27600 block of Nugget Dr., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown stole numerous items from the victim’s vehicle.

A vehicle theft occurred near Fahren Ct. & Manzanita Ln., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s motorcycle.

A vehicle theft occurred near the 27900 block of Solamint Rd., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s locked vehicle which contained a hidden spare key to the vehicle inside the glove box.

A vehicle theft occurred near the 27500 block of Sierra Hwy., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s motorcycle.

A vehicle theft occurred near the 29000 block of Dune Ln., Canyon Country. Suspect(s) unknown stole the victim’s motorcycle.

QUICK TIPS: Preventing Motorcycle Theft

Follow these basic tips to help avoid becoming a victim of motorcycle theft:

• Lock your ignition and remove the key. Most bike thefts occur when the ignition is shut off, but not locked.

• Lock the forks or disk brakes with locks that have large, brightly colored tags.

• If traveling with other riders, lock motorcycles together when not in use.

• If riding alone, lock your bike to a secure, stationary object that can’t be easily dismantled, such as a light pole.

• Add an audible alarm to your motorcycle.

• When traveling and spending the night at a hotel, locate an outdoor security camera and park your bike in the camera’s view. If this is not possible, park your bike close to your room.

• Keep an eye on your bike. When parking at a public event, check your motorcycle periodically, especially immediately after leaving your bike, to make sure there are no suspicious individuals lurking about.

• If parking in a garage, block your bike with automobiles, close the garage door and make sure it is locked.

• Don’t store your title in your bike’s storage compartment, tank bag or saddlebag. The safest place for your title is at home.

• Uniquely mark and then photograph your bike. If thieves take your bike, note its unique markings to law enforcement using the photos you have taken.

• Keep your bike registration and insurance identification card on you when you ride.

• Be careful about giving out private information on where you live, work or play.

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions.

Deputy Betsy Shackelford

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department

Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station

Crime Prevention Unit- Canyon Country East (Zone 8)

Station: (661) 255-1121 Ext. 4283 Fax: (661) 253-0124

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