“Police Blotter” Highlights – Ending Dec. 20th, 2015
WEEK IN REVIEW
Grand Theft:
On Saturday, Dec. 19th, around 6:30 p.m., Ofc. Turbyfill was dispatched to a Union Landing business on the report of a theft. Three suspects, who could only be described as black males approximately 18-22 years old, entered the store, ripped electronic tablets from their security cables, and fled the store on foot.
Ammunition Arrests:
On Saturday, Dec. 19th, around 11:15 p.m., Ofc. Gannam was on patrol in the area of E St. and 9th St. when he conducted a traffic stop. As the vehicle was stopping, an object was thrown out of the front passenger window. The object turned out to be a bag with more than 30 rounds of 9mm ammunition. Both the driver and passenger were prohibited from owning or possessing ammunition. Stephen Crockett, a 26-year-old San Leandro resident, and Deverrick Johnson, a 30-year-old Hayward resident, were arrested.
BURGLARIES AND CAR THEFTS
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Dec. 14th through Sunday, Dec. 20th, there were two reported residential burglaries and one attempt:
• 100 block of Arroyo Dr.: Occurred on Thursday, Dec. 17th, between 6:15 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. The front door was kicked open, and the loss included a TV.
• 33800 block of 9th St.: Occurred on Tuesday, Dec. 15th, around 2:30 p.m. Four suspects entered the victim’s home, unannounced. One suspect told the victim he was a contractor, and needed to see something in his backyard. While the victim was talking to the suspect in the backyard, another suspect was allowed to use the bathroom, and apparently stole some money and electronics.
Safety Tip: NEVER let strangers into your home! If someone claims to be a contractor or says they need access to your home and/or yard, ask to see their work ID and call the company for verification.
• 32400 block of Regents Blvd. (attempt only): Occurred on Sunday, Dec. 20th, around 12 p.m. A suspect entered the victim’s backyard and was about to attempt entry through a back door when he saw the victim and fled in his vehicle. The suspect and vehicle were located nearby, and Travis Byrd, a 25-year-old Hayward resident, was arrested for attempted burglary.
COMMERCIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Dec. 14th through Sunday, Dec. 20th, there was one reported commercial burglary:
• 3200 block of Whipple Rd.: Occurred between Friday, Dec. 18th at 1 p.m., and Saturday, Dec. 19th at 4:40 a.m. The glass front door was smashed, and the cash register was taken.
AUTO BURGLARIES AND VEHICLE THEFTS
From Monday, Dec. 14th through Sunday, Dec. 20th, there was one reported auto burglary. However, there were six burglaries in Union Landing the afternoon/evening of Monday, Dec. 21. They all occurred between 3:50 p.m. and 9 p.m., and the burglars targeted vehicles that had purses, bags, backpacks, electronics and even gifts that were left in plain view on the front or rear seats. They also targeted vehicles parked at businesses that were closed at the time (such as banks).
Safety Tip: As a reminder, never leave items of value inside your vehicle! Please see this recently issued alert with safety tips on how to prevent auto burglaries and thefts: http://nixle.com/alert/5548374/
From Monday, Dec. 14th through Sunday, Dec. 20th, there were three reported vehicle thefts. As of the time of this report, two of the vehicles have 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].
LET US KNOW HOW WE ARE DOING
We strive to provide excellent service to the community and are interested in hearing from members of the public about the quality of our service. Please share your experience and let us know how we’re doing. Visit http://www.ci.union-city.ca.us/departments/police-department to complete a Police Customer Satisfaction Survey.
EMPLOYEE HIGHLIGHTS
On Friday, Dec. 18th, 10 officers and civilian staff from UCPD participated in Searles Elementary School’s “Reading Partners” program, which is a one-on-one tutoring program that helps students achieve grade-level reading proficiency. The students were shy at first, but some UCPD stickers and pins quickly put them at ease. For more information on the program, visit this website: http://readingpartners.org/
