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“Police Blotter” Highlights – Ending Nov. 15th, 2015

ROBBERIES
On Monday, Nov. 9th, around 12:30 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 100 block of Appian Way on the report of an armed robbery. Two suspects entered the business and demanded the victim open the register and give them all the money. One of the suspects pointed a silver semi-automatic handgun at her. Both suspects then fled on foot. The first suspect was described as a male, possibly East Indian or Middle Eastern, 5’9” to 5’10” and 145-150 lbs., wearing a dark gray hooded jacket, a mask, white shorts with black leggings underneath, black gloves with white lines on the fingers, and black and white Nike brand shoes. The second suspect was described as a male, possibly East Indian or Middle Eastern, 5’3” to 5’4” and 140 lbs., wearing a dark gray hooded jacket, a black mask, black shorts with red or orange stripe down the legs, and black shoes, armed with a silver semi-automatic handgun.

On Friday, Nov. 13th, around 10:40 a.m., Ofc. Alberto was dispatched to the area of Begonia St. and Clover St. on the report of a robbery. Two male juveniles demanded the victim’s wallet, but he refused. Both suspects left on foot. The first suspect was described as a Hispanic or Middle Eastern male, 13-15 years old, 5’6” and 130-140 lbs. The second suspect was described as a Hispanic or Middle Eastern male, 13-15 years old, 5’5” and 100 lbs.

WEEK IN REVIEW

Assault with Deadly Weapon:
On Monday, Nov. 9th, around 9 p.m., officers were dispatched to Copa Del Oro Dr. on the report of a battery. During an altercation, an adult female hit the victim in the head with a pizza cutter, causing injury. The 20-year-old Turlock resident was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon.

On Friday, Nov. 13th, around 5:30 p.m., Ofc. Seto was dispatched to Baylor St. on a welfare check. During a verbal altercation, the suspect (who is known to the victim) attempted to strike the victim with a hammer. The victim fended off the attack, but the suspect then pushed the victim and she fell onto a table. The victim did not desire prosecution.

Grand Theft:
On Friday, Nov. 13th, around 8:30 p.m., Ofc. Ziya was dispatched to a store in Union Landing on reports of a grand theft. Three suspects entered the store, grabbed seven phones and ran out. They fled in a beige vehicle, possibly a Toyota Corolla. The first suspect was described as a black male in his 20s, 6’0” and 170 lbs. The second suspect was described as a black male in his 20s, 5’8” to 5’10” and 160 lbs., with gold studs in both ears. The third suspect was described as a black male in his 20s, 5’11” to 6’0” and 170-180 lbs.

Criminal Threats:
On Saturday, Nov. 14th, around 12:15 p.m., Ofc. Jimenez took a report of criminal threats. The victim had arranged to meet the suspect to fight, but the suspect showed up with three other individuals. All four suspects threatened the victim and brandished knives. The victim fled in his vehicle, and the suspects followed him in their vehicle for some time. Three of the suspects are known to the victim. Patrol officers are following up on this case.

BURGLARIES AND CAR THEFTS

RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Nov. 9th through Sunday, Nov. 15th, there were three reported residential burglaries:
• 32200 block of Almaden Blvd.: Occurred on Monday, Nov. 9th, between 7 a.m. and 5:25 p.m. The front door was forced or kicked open, and the loss included jewelry and electronics.
• 20 block of Union Square: Occurred between Monday, Nov. 2nd at 8 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 14th at 3 p.m. Unknown entry into a storage locker, and the loss included a suitcase and PlayStations.
• 4100 block of Uranus Dr.: Occurred between Saturday, Nov. 14th at 6:30 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 15th at 5:50 a.m. Unknown entry into a detached garage, and the loss included a bike and power tools.

COMMERCIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Nov. 9th through Sunday, Nov. 15th, there were no reported commercial burglaries.

AUTO BURGLARIES AND VEHICLE THEFTS
From Monday, Nov. 9th through Sunday, Nov. 15th, there were five reported auto burglaries, three of which occurred at the Union Landing shopping center. Safety Tip: As a reminder, never leave items of value inside your vehicle!

From Monday, Nov. 9th through Sunday, Nov. 15th, there were two reported vehicle thefts. As of the time of this report, one of the vehicles has been recovered.


Anyone with information on local crime or any of the listed incidents should contact the Investigations Division at 510-675-5247. Those wishing to remain anonymous can contact the tips line by calling 510-675-5207 or email [email protected].

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