The following crimes were reported in Zone 2, Castaic/Val Verde.
An assault with a deadly weapon was reported off Sheridan Road in Val Verde. The suspect, and known gang member, fired two shots at 2 other adult Hispanics after an exchange of words. Neither of the victims was hit. The suspect was identified and taken into custody by responding deputies. The gun, shell casings and vehicle used in the crime were all recovered.
Proactive deputies observed a suspicious looking vehicle in the Roadway Inn parking lot. After a short investigation, an adult female and adult male were arrested for possession of methamphetamine. The two adults had a juvenile child in their care at the time of arrest. The juvenile was in possession of concentrated cannabis which he said he was getting for free from the female adult. The female admitted to supplying drugs to the child and was additionally charged with child endangerment.
A beige 2006 PT Cruiser was reported stolen from the 28000 block of Royal Road. The landlord reported the vehicle was taken without consent by a couple that was living at the house. Shortly after an argument the victim saw that the suspect’s bags were packed and his vehicle and keys were missing. The victim believes they are headed to Nebraska where they have family.
A commercial burglary occurred from the 29000 block of The Old Road. The morning work crew reported the back door to the building and the cash register were both pried open. Video footage shows an unknown suspect wearing gloves entering the store at 4:27 a.m. U.S. currency in the amount of $350 was taken.
A vehicle burglary was reported from 31000 block of Ridge Route Road in the Carl’s Jr. parking lot. An employee reported her vehicle window broken and a backpack stolen from her back seat. The vehicle was a ’95 Honda Accord.
A theft from an unlocked vehicle was reported from 27000 block of Rainier Road. A Sony stereo face plate was stolen from the vehicle. Finger prints were taken at the time of the report. The vehicle was an ’05 Honda Accord.
A grand theft was reported from the 28000 block of Harrison Parkway. Two Toyota Tundra work trucks were the targets. Both trucks had their catalytic converters taken from the vehicles.
A theft of propane tanks was reported from 28000 Whitherspoon Parkway. A local company said four 8 gallon propane tanks were taken from a secure trash dumpster area. The tanks were values at $400.
Please remember to close and lock your doors, and never leave valuables in plain view in your vehicle. Minimize your risk and avoid being the victim of a crime of opportunity. If you see any suspicious activity, call the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station at (661) 255-1121 or
9-1-1 in an emergency.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding Zone 2 (Castaic or Val Verde), please feel free to email or call me directly.
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