Full Notification

When I mention “the unit block” of a street, this means the incident occurred at an address anywhere between 1 and 99 of the street.


Notable Cases

On Tuesday, 09-18-18 at 11:38 a.m., Officer Graner was dispatched to Rio Verde Street and Geneva Avenue on a report of a suspicious male picking up items and attempting to break into a vehicle. A Brisbane police officer was on scene and had already detained the subject. Officers found heroin and a pipe in the subject’s possession. The subject, a 27-year old San Francisco resident, was arrested for those offenses, as well as an outstanding warrant.

On Wednesday, 09-19-18 at 2:03 p.m., Officer Digiacomo and Officer Mahan were dispatched to the Dollar Tree store on Geneva Avenue on a report of a shoplifting in progress. The dispatchers gave a description of the subject, and the officers saw the subject walking nearby on Geneva Avenue. The officers noticed the subject had food items hanging out of his jacket, and it appeared the inside of his jacket was stuffed with items. The subject told the officers he paid for the items. The subject became argumentative and resisted the officers’ requests to sit down and talk to them. Officer Digiacomo subsequently arrested the subject, a 23-year old Oakland resident, for making death threats to two officers, resisting arrest and for outstanding warrants.

On Saturday, 09-22-18 at 2:46 p.m., Officer Baroni was dispatched to the area of Mission Street and Flournoy Street on a request to remove a subject from the MUNI bus. Officer Chittenden arrived to assist, and the bus driver said there was an intoxicated subject who was sleeping in the back of the bus. The officers responded and tried to wake the subject and had to walk him off the bus. The officers asked the subject if he had any weapons on his person, and the subject said he had a knife. The officers searched the subject and found two knives, as well as a paper bindle containing methamphetamine. Officers cited the subject, a 40-year old San Francisco resident, for possession of a controlled substance.

On Sunday, 09-23-18 at 1:22 p.m., a 39-year old San Francisco resident was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol following a traffic collision involving four parked vehicles on the unit block of Brooklawn Avenue.


Robberies

There were three robberies during the past week.

On Tuesday, 09-18-18 at 8:05 p.m., Officer Farrar and Officer Jackson-Berrios were dispatched to the area of Ocean Grove Ave and Westmoor Avenue on a report of a robbery that had just occurred. The victim, a 27-year old Daly City resident, said he was walking home on Eastmoor Avenue from the Colma BART station and said when he got to Ocean Grove Avenue, he said an unknown suspect ran past him and suddenly turned around and walked back to him. The victim said at the same time, another unknown suspect came from behind and “stuck” an unknown object in his back and stated something like, “If you scream, I’ll shoot you.” The victim said the first suspect demanded his wallet and punched him on the left side of his forehead and took his gold chain from around his neck. The victim said the suspects then ran to an occupied parked older model white Toyota on Westmoor Avenue, and the vehicle then sped away eastbound on Eastmoor Avenue. The victim could only describe the first suspect as a Hispanic male, 19 years, 5’5”, 120 lbs., black hair, who wore a black hooded sweatshirt, gray pants, and white tennis shoes. The victim did not see the second suspect. Officers checked the area but could not locate the suspects.

On Friday, 09-21-18 at approximately 10:30 a.m., Officer Hass was dispatched to Jefferson High School on a report of a robbery that occurred the day before at the Jack-in-the-Box across the street from the school. A witness showed the principal a video of what occurred, and the principal reported it to the police. The principal identified the suspect who is a student at the school. On the video, the suspect is captured cornering another student near a wall, physically grabbing the student’s arm and backpack, demanding money. Officers arrested the suspect, a 15-year old Daly City resident, for robbery, false imprisonment, criminal threats, and for an adult offense committed by a juvenile.

On Friday, 09-21-18 at 1:30 p.m., Officer Covarrubias and Officer Hyink were dispatched to Westmoor High School on a report of a robbery that occurred two days prior. After an investigation, the officers arrested a 15-year old student for stealing a gold chain from a 14-year old student.


Residential Burglaries

There were three residential burglaries during the past week.

On Monday, 09-17-18 at 9:50 a.m., Officer Martin and Officer Andrade were dispatched to the unit block of Bellevue Avenue on a report of a possible residential burglary in progress. The 18-year old victim said he was sleeping in his bedroom and heard knocking at the front door at 9:00 a.m. He said he looked out his bedroom window and saw a white vehicle parked across the street but didn’t see anything suspicious. The victim said 20-30 minutes later, he heard knocking again, as well as glass breaking, possibly coming from the garage. The victim said he called 9-1-1 and heard rummaging and male voices talking in the other bedrooms of the house. The victim said one of the suspects opened his bedroom door, and the victim picked up a foam roller and started jabbing it towards the suspect. The victim said the suspect then ran out of the houses with the other suspects. The victim described the suspect as approximately possibly a light skinned Hispanic male adult, 6’0”, 170-180 lbs., wearing a black balaclava and a bulky drab olive jacket and carrying a white bag. The victim thinks the suspect had some of his family’s belongings in the bag. The suspects took Chinese currency and jewelry. The officers checked the surrounding area but could not locate any suspects. This investigation is continuing.

On Tuesday, 08-18-18 between 12:00 p.m. and 9:32 p.m., a residence on the unit block of Terrace View Court was burglarized. An unknown suspect(s) entered the detached garage via an unknown means and took a MacBook Air laptop, personal documents, a backpack, and two duffel bags. This investigation is continuing.

Between 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, 09-23-18 and Monday, 09-24-18 at midnight, a residence on the unit block of Morton Drive was burglarized. The victim, a contractor, said he left his tools at the job site and said his associate was the one who stole the items. After an investigation the following day, officers arrested the suspect, a 53-year old Pacifica resident, for residential burglary, receiving stolen property and for possession of burglary tools.


Commercial Burglaries

There were no commercial burglaries during the past week.


Vehicle Burglaries

There were seven vehicle burglaries during the past week.

• 24 Hour Fitness parking lot—a Timbuk2 messenger bag containing a Microsoft Surface laptop, a Dell XPS laptop, Coach wallet and a Coach money clip was taken from the backseat of a 2018 Nissan Rogue. The right rear window was smashed. Occurred on 09-18-18 between 7:30 p.m. and 9:10 p.m.
• Unit block of Elmwood Drive—nothing was taken from a 2005 Toyota Highlander. The right front window was smashed. Occurred between 9:00 p.m. on 09-18-18 and 7:30 a.m. on 09-19-18.
• Westlake Library parking lot—a Schwinn bicycle was taken from a 2011 Toyota Sienna. The rear window was smashed. Occurred 09-19-18 between 7:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
• Parking garage of 1450 Southgate Avenue—emergency bags were taken from the trunk of a 2006 Toyota Corolla. The method of entry is unknown. Occurred on 09-21-18 between 7:45 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. **On-line report made.
• In N Out parking lot on Washington Street—a hiking backpack containing a MacBook Pro, Raybans and clothing, and a book bag containing a Lenovo laptop, currency, credit cards and a Georgia driver's license was taken from a 2018 Jeep Compass. The right rear and rear hatch windows were smashed. Occurred on 09-21-18 between 7:30 p.m. an 8:00 p.m.
• Parking lot of 880 Campus Drive—four wheels and clothing were taken from a 2018 Honda Accord. The method of entry is unknown. Occurred on 09-22-18 between 12:30 a.m. and 7:30 a.m. The suspect left the vehicle on jacks.
• Parking garage of 1450 Southgate Avenue. “Mobile devices” and shoes were taken from a 2008 Acura TIS. Occurred between 8:05 p.m. on 09-20-18 and 7:50 a.m. on 09-21-18. **On-line report made.


Stolen Vehicles

There were four stolen vehicles during the past week. One was recovered.

• Linden Street/Hillside Boulevard—a 1988 Toyota pickup. Occurred between 7:30 p.m. on 09-19-18 and 3:46 a.m. on 09-20-18. **Recovered by Colma P.D. on 09-20-18.
• Unit block of Montrose Avenue—a 1995 Honda Accord. Occurred between 11:00 p.m. on 09-21-18 and 8:26 a.m. on 09-22-18.
• St. Francis Boulevard/Clarinada Avenue—a 1994 Honda Accord. Occurred between 7:00 p.m. on 09-21-18 and 6:30 a.m. on 09-23-18.
• 200 block of Northgate Avenue—a 1987 Toyota Camry. Occurred between 9:00 a.m. on 09-23-18 and 8:00 a.m. on 09-24-18.
Miscellaneous

• We responded to 3 domestic disturbance cases
• There were 2 shoplifting incidents reported
• There were 4 cases involving an involuntary psychiatric hold
• There were 16 vandalism cases reported
• There were 5 hit and run collisions reported
• Our Police Assistants put “boots” on 8 vehicles


Scams/Other

Nothing to report.


Community Events/Information


National Coffee with a Cop Day—Wednesday, October 3rd

Join our police officers for coffee and conversation on “National Coffee with a Cop Day” on Wednesday, October 3rd. The mission of “Coffee with a Cop” is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns, and to get to know the officers in your neighborhood. This will be our first event, and we will be holding it at two different locations from 7:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. We will be at the Starbucks Coffee at the Westlake Shopping Center and Peet’s Coffee at the Serramonte Shopping Center. If you have any questions, please contact Lt. Matt Fox at (650) 991-8180 or [email protected].


Volunteers needed for “Make a Difference Day” on Saturday, 10-27-18 (9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)

On Saturday, 10-27-18, Daly City celebrates its 20th consecutive year of participation in “Make a Difference Day,” a National day of volunteerism. Since 1991, communities across the United States have participated in USA Weekend Magazine’s “Make a Difference Day”, and volunteers across the United States have donated millions of hours of service for the betterment of their communities.

Daly City residents are asked to “Make a Difference” by volunteering on one of our community projects. All volunteers are invited to attend the post-event lunch at 12:00 noon at the City Hall Plaza and Rose Garden. The lunch is generously sponsored by the Daly City Host Lions Club.

There are several hands-on projects that are in need of volunteer help:

• A new mini park on Ottilia Street in the Bayshore: Help plant a variety of California native species at the park through Project Green Space. All plants, materials and supplies are provided. Light physical work is needed from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Mission Street—Top of the Hill Clean-up: Volunteers are needed at Bepler Street and Mission Street to collect litter and recyclables from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Parking for this event will be available at the municipal parking lots on Bepler Street.
• Mussel Rock Coastal Clean-up: Volunteers are needed to collect litter and recyclables from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. (sign up on line at www.dalycity/org/MADD2018.)
• Neighborhood Clean-up: Volunteer with a group of friends and neighbors to collect litter and recyclables in your own neighborhood.
• Park Clean-up: Choose a park to collect litter and recyclables, or you can be assigned one!



At this same event, there will also be a free electronics reuse and recycling drop-off event. Please see www.dalycity.org/MADD2018 to find out what items are accepted.

If you would like to learn more about “Make a Difference Day”, please contact Stephen Stolte, Assistant to the City Manager at (650) 991-8126 or at [email protected].



Human Trafficking Operation at Rainbow Bright Day Care Centers

The California Attorney General recently announced arrests for a human trafficking operation with association to Daly City and other Bay Area locations. See the below news link for additional details.

http://www.ktvu.com/news/family-charged-with-human-trafficking-at-bay-area-day-care-centers

If you feel you may have been a victim associated to this investigation, you may contact us at (650) 991-8119, the California Attorney General’s TRACE unit at (855) 234-9949, or the Philippine Consulate at (415) 433-6666.


San Mateo County Alert System (SMC)

This alert is a free digital communication system used by emergency management agencies and first responders to send emergency alerts, notifications and updates to portable digital devices. In an emergency situation, an alert will be sent by San Mateo County authorized personnel and you will receive messages on your cell phone or mobile device. Most carriers activate the service automatically. To receive emergency alerts, sign up by visiting www.smcalert.info. According to County records, Daly City has the lowest number of registered users in the county. Please sign up today!


Nextdoor.com

Nextdoor.com is a free private social networking website for your neighborhood. This private network ensures that only those who live in your neighborhood can join; users must go through a verification process. Neighbors ask each other for business recommendations; help in locating missing pets; discuss relevant local government issues; or connect for other reasons. It is very easy to sign up, and I like the fact that the site verifies users by addresses, and it won’t allow people to access to a neighborhood if they don’t actually live there. Please note: the City of Daly City and/or the Police Department cannot see what residents post—we are only allowed to post information. There is also a mobile application, or you can have it sent to your e-mail. Give it a try! www.nextdoor.com


Digital/Social Media

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If you have any suggestions or questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you for your concern for our community. I appreciate you taking the time to read my bulletins. Your comments are always welcome! **There will not be a bulletin next week.

Diane McCarthy, Management Analyst (650) 746-8373 [email protected]
Our Anonymous Tip Line is (650) 873-2467 (873-AIMS).