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Notable Cases

On Monday, 05-26-14 at 5:24 p.m., Sergeant Mike Brennan was on patrol and stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation at Oakridge Drive and Mira Vista Avenue. The driver tried to exit the vehicle before the sergeant could approach him. Sgt. Brennan said the driver appeared extremely nervous and was moving around in the vehicle. When Sergeant Brennan asked the subject if he had anything illegal on his person or in his vehicle, he said he didn’t. He allowed the sergeant to search the vehicle, and he admitted to having drugs in his vehicle. The subject, a 47-year old Daly City resident, was arrested for possession of methamphetamine and possession of drug paraphernalia (glass pipe).

On Saturday, 05-31-14 at 1:16 a.m., Officer Christian Poteat stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation at the intersection of Sullivan Avenue and 87th Street. The driver, a 24-year old San Francisco resident, had two outstanding warrants and immediately was placed under arrest. The passenger, a 23-year old Daly City resident, also had a warrant and was placed under arrest. The officer brought both subjects to the station in order to complete booking paperwork. The passenger asked to use the restroom. Officer Shane Hart inspected the stall after the subject used the restroom, and in the toilet paper housing unit, he found two small bags containing a white powdery substance. The toilet stall had been cleared prior to the subject using it. She was also arrested for possession of a controlled substance—cocaine and methamphetamine and for destroying/concealing evidence. Both subjects were transported to jail.

On Sunday, 06-01-14, at 6:10 p.m., officers were dispatched to the area of Sheffield Drive and John Daly Boulevard on a report of a subject holding a hatchet and hammer in his hands walking in the area. The reporting party, a driver stopped at the intersection, said the subject, described as a white male in his 50’s with long curly gray hair and wearing a light blue jacket and jeans, was holding both items together and making noise with them. Officer Robert Kett located the subject and detained him. He found the hatchet, and the subject said he used it for protection as he had just gotten into a dispute at a homeless encampment near the golf course. The subject, a 51-year old transient, was cited for brandishing a weapon.

After hearing information about a subject in a homeless encampment area, officers went to the Wilshire walkway and located a 55-year old Daly City resident who had an outstanding warrant for attempted murder and for a probation violation. He was taken into custody.


Robberies

There were two robberies during the past week.

On Wednesday, 05-28-14 at 2:50 a.m., Officer Ed Gregorio was flagged down by a male and a female who said they were victims of an armed robbery that occurred somewhere on Schwerin Street and Ottilia Street. The subjects were described as three unknown black males, wearing hoodies and possibly armed with guns. The 21-year old female victim said she left her 24-year old friend’s house and together they walked to her car on the 200 block of Ottilia Street. She was warming up her car and noticed three subjects walk by them on the sidewalk. Her friend was standing outside the car when she heard one subject point what appeared to be a hand gun covered by a black beanie at her friend. The subject then said he wanted his money and everything she has. Two of the subjects then made the female victim drive him to an ATM to withdraw her cash. The female said she wouldn’t go without her friend. The subjects then allowed the victim to drive her vehicle back and drop them back off. Neither party was injured. The loss was an iPhone, charger, cash and a detachable faceplate to the car stereo. This investigation is continuing.

On Thursday, 05-29-14 at 11:04 p.m., Officer Tiffany Cook and Officer Ed Gregorio were dispatched to the report of a robbery that occurred in the area of Brunswick Street and Wellington Avenue. The 21-year old male victim said as he was walking home, he felt someone grab his right shoulder and then heard a subject yell “gimme your phone” and either pointed a gun or knife toward him and took his iPhone from of his hand. Two witnesses saw this occur and gave chase via automobile. The witnesses were able to subdue one of the suspects on Brunswick Street and took the phone away from the subject. Both subjects were described as 5’7” wearing black hoodies, dark pants and black ski masks. They were unable to determine race or age. The victim was unharmed. This investigation is also continuing.


Residential Burglaries

There were two residential burglaries during the past week.

Between 10:30 p.m. on Wednesday, 05-28-14 and 1:43 a.m. on Thursday, 05-29-14, a residence on the 900 block was burglarized. The burglar(s) entered the residence via an unlocked rear door and took cash, a laptop, watch, sunglasses and a belt. The investigation is continuing.

Between 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, 05-29-14 and 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, 05-31-14, an unknown subject forced entry to the front door of an apartment on the 200 block of East Market Street and stole a Sony PlayStation3. This investigation is continuing.


Commercial Burglaries

There were three commercial burglaries during the past week.

On Tuesday, 05-27-14 at 11:38 a.m., the TJ Maxx store at Westlake Shopping Center was the victim of a commercial burglary by an unknown black female and a second female, unknown race, who entered the store and took six Michael Kors handbags and left without paying and fled into a black Nissan Elantra rental car.

On Thursday, 05-29-14 between 1:56 a.m. and 2:08 a.m., the Koi Palace restaurant was the victim of a commercial burglary by two unknown males. Entry was made via removal of glass from a side door. There was damage to a safe and a drawer was pried open. There was no loss.

On Saturday, 05-31-14, between 6:00 a.m. and 6:25 a.m., an unknown subject entered George Washington School by smashing the front window and stole school supplies. The stolen items were later recovered nearby.


Vehicle Burglaries

There were six vehicle burglaries during the past week.

• Serramonte Shopping Center lot C#4, a backpack containing ear buds and clothing was taken from a 1999 Mitsubishi Galant. The left rear window was smashed. Occurred on 05-27-14 between 11:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.
• Unit block of Cypress Lane—a stereo, tools, paperwork, clothes, GPS unit and a camera were taken from a 1995 Toyota Camry. The method of entry is unknown. Occurred on 05-29-14 between 3:05 a.m. and 10:05 a.m.
• Ross parking lot on Gellert Boulevard—a bag containing clothing was taken from a 2013 Nissan Quest. The left front window was smashed. Occurred on 05-30-14 between 7:30 p.m. and 8:45 p.m.
• Koi Palace parking lot (rear)—luggage and computer items were taken from a 2013 Nissan Versa. The right rear window was smashed. Occurred on 05-30-14 between 7:30 p.m. and 10:10 p.m.
• Palmcrest Drive/Southgate Avenue—a bag containing baby clothes and gift cards was taken from a 2001 Infiniti G20. The right rear window was smashed. Occurred on 05-31-14 between 4:00 p.m. and 4:21 p.m.
• Schwerin Street/Velasco Avenue—a wallet containing credit cards and cash was taken from a 2012 Honda van. The front passenger window was smashed. Occurred on 06-01-14 12:49 p.m.


Stolen Vehicles

There were five stolen vehicles during the past week. Two of them were recovered.

• 400 block of A Street—a 1997 Nissan Sentra. Occurred between 9:00 p.m. on 05-28-14 and 2:00 p.m. on 05-29-14.
• Unit block of Crestwood Avenue—a 1995 Honda Civic. Occurred between 7:30 p.m. on 05-29-14 and 6:00 a.m. on 05-30-14. **Recovered by Daly City P.D. on 05-30-14.
• Park Plaza Drive/Southgate Avenue—a 1994 Honda Accord. Occurred between 10:30 p.m. on 05-29-14 and 11:21 a.m. on 05-30-14. **Recovered by San Francisco P.D. on 06-02-14.
• Unit block of Los Olivos Avenue—a 2003 Ford van. Occurred on 05-31-14 between 5:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• Penhurst Avenue/Wembley Drive—a 2004 Lexus LS330. Occurred on 05-30-14 between 12:01 a.m. and 8:00 a.m.
Scams/Other

Gold Bar Scam

This scam recently occurred in San Leandro, and I would like to share it with you. A female victim was shopping at the Target store at the Bayfair Mall when she was approached by a male and a female who told her they needed her help with a dying relative. The suspects were able to convince the victim to withdraw $1,400 from her bank account, and in return for her help, she would receive a “gold bar” from the suspects. The gold bar was not real.

I caution you to not feel prey to someone’s “sad stories”. These people are very good at what they do, and they seem to have the knack to select innocent people.


Community Events


Arts and Culture Commission

In December 2013, the Daly City Council established the “Arts and Culture Commission” and is currently recruiting for five members to serve on this Commission for a four year term. Applicants must be residents of Daly City and have demonstrated a strong commitment to the arts. The Commission is expected to meet monthly. Their duties include:

• Advising the City council on all matters affecting the culture of the City and to advise and assist other City boards and commissions in the field of the fine arts.
• Encouraging programs in the fine arts and promoting the cultural enrichment of the community.
• Establishing an effective liaison between the City and local cultural and artistic groups.

If you are interested, the application is due to the City Clerk by June 16, 2014. Please visit this link for more information: http://www.dalycity.org/City_Hall/Meeting_Agendas_and_Minutes/Arts_and_Culture_Commission.htm


Free Household Hazardous Waste Collection, Saturday, June 14, 2014.

Do you have household hazardous waste that you would like to safely dispose of? If so, you are encouraged to make an appointment for a special collection between 8:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. at the main parking lot at City Hall, 333-90th Street. Items accepted are: paint, paint thinner, varnish, stain, garden chemicals, household cleaning products, aerosol spray cans, florescent tubes, propane tanks, automotive products (gasoline & contaminated oil), thermometers and other mercury waste. Items NOT accepted include: asbestos, appliances, compressed gas cylinders, explosives/ammunition/fireworks, tires and any waste in a container larger than five gallons. For more information and/or to make an appointment, please visit: http://events.smhealth.org/events.


Relay For Life of Daly City - June 21-22, 2014
For over 100 years, the American Cancer Society has been working to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays! Here in Daly City, we have our own community fundraiser to help them finish the fight – Relay for Life of Daly City!

Relay For Life of Daly City is holding its annual fundraiser for the American Cancer Society on June 21-22, 2014 at the Westmoor High School’s Sport Stadium (131 Westmoor Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015). The entrance is located at the corner of Mariposa Avenue & Del Prado Drive. The event begins on Saturday, June 21 at 10:00am with our Opening Ceremony and then there will be 24 straight hours of family-fun entertainment, live music, food, ceremonies, games and more! You can find out more information, make a donation, or sign you and your family/friends up today at www.RelayForLife.org/DalyCityCA. In addition, you can email any questions or inquiries to [email protected]."
Free Football Skills Camp & BBQ, Saturday, July 12, 2014

The Daly City PAL and Sport Tech Inc. Stars football would like to give children between the ages of 6-13 an opportunity to participate in their football camp on Saturday, July 12, 2014 between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. at Westmoor High School. The camp is designed for children who are interested in receiving football instruction for a day from experienced high school coaches and players, as well as former NCAA athletes. This day will give children the chance to develop football skills for the upcoming youth flag and tackle season. Children will learn the proper techniques of football, at the same time learning how to build with others in the community. This free camp is allowed a maximum of 100 participants. Please see this link to the flyer.

http://www.dalycity.org/City_Hall/Departments/police_department/news_room/Press_Releases.htm