UCPD Police Blotter – Week Ending Nov. 19, 2017
“Police Blotter” Highlights – Ending Nov. 19, 2017
ASSAULT WITH A DEADLY WEAPON
On Monday, Nov. 13th, around 8 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 2500 block of Medallion Dr. on the report of an assault. During a dispute over money, the suspect assaulted the victim, and took his clothes and car keys. A later search of the residence yielded large quantities of narcotics and evidence indicative of sales. Sameer Sayed, a 29-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for assault, robbery, extortion, possession of stolen property, and various drug-related offenses.
VEHICLE THEFT ARREST
On Monday, Nov. 13th, around 1:20 p.m., Police Officer Trainee Lings was dispatched to the 4500 block of Sonora Way on the report of a suspicious vehicle with a man asleep in the driver’s seat. The vehicle was determined to be stolen out of Hayward. Armondo Hernandez, a 49-year-old Hayward resident, was arrested for vehicle theft and multiple felony warrants.
ROBBERIES
On Monday, Nov. 13th, around 4:20 p.m., Ofc. Olson was dispatched to the 31800 block of Alvarado Blvd. for a just-occurred robbery. A male suspect attempted to steal cigarettes from the store, before fleeing in a white minivan. The vehicle was located in the area and a felony car stop was conducted. The driver, a 17-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for robbery and released to a parent with a Notice to Appear.
On Monday, Nov. 13th, around 8:50 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 4100 block of Lunar Way on the report of an armed robbery. The victims had just returned home from the grocery store when two suspects entered the open garage. One suspect pointed a gun at one of the victims and demanded a wallet and purse. Both suspects fled in a green vehicle.
On Sunday, Nov. 19th, around 5:30 p.m., Ofc. Perry was dispatched to the 30000 block of Industrial Pkwy. on the report of an armed robbery. While the victim was seated in his parked vehicle, a suspect approached on foot, brandished a firearm, and demanded his watch and wallet. The victim was able to drive away without the loss of any property. The suspect was described as a black male adult, 25-30 years old, with a skinny build, and acne or pock marks on his face. The suspect vehicle was described as a white or silver Nissan Altima.
POSSESSION OF STOLEN PROPERTY
On Sunday, Nov. 19th, around 3:45 a.m., Ofc. Stange was in Union Landing when he noticed two females who matched an earlier description of subjects looking into mailboxes in the area. A consent search yielded multiple pieces of stolen mail. Constance Fernandez, a 33-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for the possession of stolen property, giving false ID to police, and various drug-related offenses. Cynthia Luera, a 40-year-old Union City resident, was arrested for the possession of stolen property and possession of drug paraphernalia.
BURGLARIES AND CAR THEFTS
RESIDENTIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Nov. 13th through Sunday, Nov. 19th, there were two reported residential burglaries and one attempt:
- 4300 block of Queen Anne Dr.: Occurred on Thursday, Nov. 16th, between 12:15 p.m. and 1:10 p.m. A window was smashed, and the loss included currency and electronics.
- 33100 block of Condor Dr.: Occurred on Thursday, Nov. 16th, sometime during the day. Entry was made via an unlocked window, and the loss included jewelry.
- 31300 block of Santa Ana Way (attempt only): Occurred on Thursday, Nov. 16th, around 1 p.m. An unknown suspect was seen looking through the rear sliding glass door, but fled upon seeing the resident inside. He was described as a Hispanic male, 5’10” with a skinny build. He fled in an older model, silver sedan.
A reminder from ADT: Always lock your doors and windows when you leave home; most burglars enter in unlocked front, back or garage doors. More tips available at: https://www.protectyourhome.com/home-security-tips
COMMERCIAL BURGLARIES
From Monday, Nov. 13th through Sunday, Nov. 19th, there was one reported commercial burglary:
- 31000 block of Courthouse Dr.: Occurred on Monday, Nov. 13th, around 5 a.m. Based on video surveillance, it appears a male suspect used an unknown tool to remove the lock from the front door. The loss included electronics.
From Monday, Nov. 13th through Sunday, Nov. 19th, there were five reported auto burglaries. Three of the burglaries occurred at shopping centers or other businesses, and two occurred in residential areas.
Safety Tip: As a reminder, never leave items of value inside your vehicle! Please see this alert with safety tips on how to prevent auto burglaries and thefts: http://nixle.com/alert/5548374/
From Monday, Nov. 13th through Sunday, Nov. 19th, there were two reported vehicle thefts. As of the time of this report, none 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]. Please note that messages left after regular business hours or on a weekend will not be received until the next business day. If you are calling to report a crime that is currently occurring, call 911.
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DISCLAIMER: All are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. The mugshots and/or arrest records are in no way an indication of guilt and they are not evidence that an actual crime has been committed.
Address/Location
Union City Police Department, CA
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 510-471-1365