~ Video interview about opening night of Action on Film International film festival at the Krikorian. http://goo.gl/oGhQZL
~ Picture of hoists being set in place at the Gold Line maintenance yard in Monrovia: http://goo.gl/H9G9GF
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Pavilions Market - And All of Vons - Being Bought by Albertsons
The Albertsons supermarket company is buying the Safeway supermarket chain, which owns Vons and Vons Pavilions. There is a rumor on the Internet that the Pavilions at Myrtle and Foothill will close. http://goo.gl/I62VL8
Comment: Hmm. I would tend to doubt Albertsons would close the market as I don't think it overlaps any Albertsons' markets, and I'm not even sure that Alberstons will change the name. I'll try to update this as I learn more.
- Brad Haugaard
Comment: Hmm. I would tend to doubt Albertsons would close the market as I don't think it overlaps any Albertsons' markets, and I'm not even sure that Alberstons will change the name. I'll try to update this as I learn more.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Schools: Employee Agreement; Common Core; Attendance; Arts
At its regular meeting (agenda: http://goo.gl/Kl7uF9 ) Aug. 27, 7 p.m., the Monrovia Board of Education will...
~ consider a tentative agreement with the Monrovia Teachers Association ( http://goo.gl/Y53en6 ) and a tentative agreement with the California School Employees Association ( http://goo.gl/sCoav7 ), both of which will get a 1.8 percent raise retroactive to July 1, 2013.
~ Consider approving a "Math Pathway" as a step to implement the California Common Core standards for secondary students ( http://goo.gl/6pq4g5 ) and curriculum materials ( http://goo.gl/MDluzy )
~ Recognize September as "Attendance Awareness Month."
~ Hear a report on the "Arts for All" program. http://goo.gl/jo4CWZ
- Brad Haugaard
~ consider a tentative agreement with the Monrovia Teachers Association ( http://goo.gl/Y53en6 ) and a tentative agreement with the California School Employees Association ( http://goo.gl/sCoav7 ), both of which will get a 1.8 percent raise retroactive to July 1, 2013.
~ Consider approving a "Math Pathway" as a step to implement the California Common Core standards for secondary students ( http://goo.gl/6pq4g5 ) and curriculum materials ( http://goo.gl/MDluzy )
~ Recognize September as "Attendance Awareness Month."
~ Hear a report on the "Arts for All" program. http://goo.gl/jo4CWZ
- Brad Haugaard
Lunch at Noor's Indian Bistro
Lunch at Noor's Indian Bistro, near the corner of Myrtle and Foothill. Got the Chicken Tilkka Masala for $10.95 and an iced tea for $2.95. Came with a nice lettuce, cucumber and tomato side salad with a tangy dressing and naan bread. Food was very tasty but when you order it spicy - as I did - you're gonna get it spicy!
- Brad Haugaard
KGEM Entering 13 Short Films in Monrovia's Action on Film Fest
Monrovia's KGEM cable network is entering a set of 13 films created by employees, volunteers, and students in the Action on Film International Film Festival being held Aug.22-29 at the Krikorian Theater. KGEM's films will be shown on Saturday, Aug. 23 from 6 to 8 p.m. They are:
The Coffee Club, a documentary film by Hanna Nielsen featuring a group of senior citizens at McDonald's in Monrovia, CA who share life lessons and discuss the future of conversation in the Internet Age.
My Krazy Ex, Pete, the bartender-shrink, shares four of his favorite Krazy Ex stories, as told by his patron-patients. These tales include real life inspired tales of krazies like Jealous Gina, Tricky Travis, Killer Katie and Jesus George. Filmed and directed by Adam Bain.
Success in the USA, The Rutilio (Rudy) Castrellon Story, profiles the life of Monrovia's favorite restaurateur from childhood immigration through the many stages and sacrifices toward his success with "Rudy"s Mexican Restaurant."
The hour version of this film will show on Sunday, August 24th at 7 PM.
Today, I Sing the Blues, a stylish music video featuring Peach and her all Star Blues Band. Filmed by Monty Rowan at a live performance at the Maui Sugar Mill and edited by Hanna Nielson.
Conversations with Ralph Walker, showcases clips from Ralph's large library of shows.
What Do You Do? Marlene Gibb highlights various entrepreneurs discussing their business passions.
Oh, The Places You'll Go, a short video produced for Homework House of Azusa. Directed by Hanna Nielson, featuring the stories of disadvantaged children and the staff dedicated to helping them achieve their goals.
Postcards from Edge, produced by Lance Mungia showcases Michael and Marti Perry in revealing different realities.
Calling Tokyo: During WWII, the U.S. government recruited Japanese Americans to participate in controversial radio propaganda broadcasts.
Goldline: Featuring IconicBridge Structures, Architect Andrew Lesiter, Art Center College of Design, and Pages Platform Artists Spotlights demonstrate their works for Phase II of this project.
Shaun Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: A radio contest ignites an office feud when an all-expenses paid trip to the Sundance Film Festival is on the line-but is even Sundance worth enduring an agonizing playlist of soft rock and easy listening?
Source: KGEM news release
- Brad Haugaard
The Coffee Club, a documentary film by Hanna Nielsen featuring a group of senior citizens at McDonald's in Monrovia, CA who share life lessons and discuss the future of conversation in the Internet Age.
My Krazy Ex, Pete, the bartender-shrink, shares four of his favorite Krazy Ex stories, as told by his patron-patients. These tales include real life inspired tales of krazies like Jealous Gina, Tricky Travis, Killer Katie and Jesus George. Filmed and directed by Adam Bain.
Success in the USA, The Rutilio (Rudy) Castrellon Story, profiles the life of Monrovia's favorite restaurateur from childhood immigration through the many stages and sacrifices toward his success with "Rudy"s Mexican Restaurant."
The hour version of this film will show on Sunday, August 24th at 7 PM.
Today, I Sing the Blues, a stylish music video featuring Peach and her all Star Blues Band. Filmed by Monty Rowan at a live performance at the Maui Sugar Mill and edited by Hanna Nielson.
Conversations with Ralph Walker, showcases clips from Ralph's large library of shows.
What Do You Do? Marlene Gibb highlights various entrepreneurs discussing their business passions.
Oh, The Places You'll Go, a short video produced for Homework House of Azusa. Directed by Hanna Nielson, featuring the stories of disadvantaged children and the staff dedicated to helping them achieve their goals.
Postcards from Edge, produced by Lance Mungia showcases Michael and Marti Perry in revealing different realities.
Calling Tokyo: During WWII, the U.S. government recruited Japanese Americans to participate in controversial radio propaganda broadcasts.
Goldline: Featuring IconicBridge Structures, Architect Andrew Lesiter, Art Center College of Design, and Pages Platform Artists Spotlights demonstrate their works for Phase II of this project.
Shaun Cassidy and the Sundance Kid: A radio contest ignites an office feud when an all-expenses paid trip to the Sundance Film Festival is on the line-but is even Sundance worth enduring an agonizing playlist of soft rock and easy listening?
Source: KGEM news release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Vehicle Tampering; Vehicle Burglary; Commercial Burglary
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for August 18-20. - Brad Haugaard]
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 411 service events, During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 411 service events, resulting in 81 investigations.
Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
On August 18 at 7:35 a.m., police were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of East Olive on the report of a female subject found inside the resident’s vehicle. The owner of the vehicle said tools were missing from the van, but no tools were found on the female subject or near the area where the vehicle was parked. A light was left on in the vehicle, causing the battery to drain. The suspect was arrested for vehicle tampering.
Vehicle Burglary
On August 18 at 6:36 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a hotel parking lot in the 900 block of West Huntington. The victim parked and locked his vehicle in the parking lot. When he returned to his vehicle, he found the rear seats had been stolen. There was no sign of forced entry. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto Recovered
On August 20 at 4:15 p.m., police recovered a stolen vehicle from Cypress and Magnolia. The vehicle was reported stolen on August 14 from a business parking lot in the 700 block of East Huntington. The investigation is continuing.Detective Bureau Follow-up
Commercial Burglary – One Count of Felony Burglary Filed Against Suspect
On May 6, 2014, officers investigated a commercial burglary at the location and recovered latent fingerprints. The prints were submitted, which identified a potential suspect who was already in custody on an unrelated case. The suspect was interviewed, but denied committing the crime. The case was presented to the District Attorney’s Office, and one count of felony burglary was filed.
Commercial Burglary – One Suspect Arrested
In July of 2014, two suspects who were fired from a business entered the Home Depot in the 1600 bock of South Mountain and purchased items using their former employer’s business information. The employer recognized the suspects and contacted police. Detectives drove out to the cities of Riverside and Hemet, where they interviewed one of the suspects, who admitted to the crime. He was arrested and brought to Monrovia Police Department for booking. The case was presented to the District Attorney’s Office and an arrest warrant was obtained for the second suspect, who remains outstanding.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 411 service events, During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 411 service events, resulting in 81 investigations.
Vehicle Tampering – Suspect Arrested
On August 18 at 7:35 a.m., police were dispatched to a residence in the 100 block of East Olive on the report of a female subject found inside the resident’s vehicle. The owner of the vehicle said tools were missing from the van, but no tools were found on the female subject or near the area where the vehicle was parked. A light was left on in the vehicle, causing the battery to drain. The suspect was arrested for vehicle tampering.
Vehicle Burglary
On August 18 at 6:36 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported at a hotel parking lot in the 900 block of West Huntington. The victim parked and locked his vehicle in the parking lot. When he returned to his vehicle, he found the rear seats had been stolen. There was no sign of forced entry. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto Recovered
On August 20 at 4:15 p.m., police recovered a stolen vehicle from Cypress and Magnolia. The vehicle was reported stolen on August 14 from a business parking lot in the 700 block of East Huntington. The investigation is continuing.Detective Bureau Follow-up
Commercial Burglary – One Count of Felony Burglary Filed Against Suspect
On May 6, 2014, officers investigated a commercial burglary at the location and recovered latent fingerprints. The prints were submitted, which identified a potential suspect who was already in custody on an unrelated case. The suspect was interviewed, but denied committing the crime. The case was presented to the District Attorney’s Office, and one count of felony burglary was filed.
Commercial Burglary – One Suspect Arrested
In July of 2014, two suspects who were fired from a business entered the Home Depot in the 1600 bock of South Mountain and purchased items using their former employer’s business information. The employer recognized the suspects and contacted police. Detectives drove out to the cities of Riverside and Hemet, where they interviewed one of the suspects, who admitted to the crime. He was arrested and brought to Monrovia Police Department for booking. The case was presented to the District Attorney’s Office and an arrest warrant was obtained for the second suspect, who remains outstanding.
About Early Monrovia Allen Allensworth
The life of Monrovian, Lt. Colonel Allen Allensworth, as we near his hundredth birthday. Highest ranking African American in the military at the time, visionary and pastor of Second Baptist Church. The Monrovia Historical Museum is planning an exhibition on Allensworth. http://goo.gl/Qkp8Rl
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Work Beginning Again on Monrovia Commercial Building
The building on Myrtle right across from the fountain in Library Park seems it has been under construction for a long time without much visible progress, so I decided to check in with helpful Planning Division Manager Craig Jimenez to get an update. He writes:
"I know there have been several unexpected challenges with the building, however, they have begun working on the building again and hopefully we’ll see some progress soon. They are doing some stucco work and a sample of the cornice was installed at the top of the building for review of the Historic Preservation Commission.
"That’s about as much as I know at this point."
- Brad Haugaard
Water Main Break in Northeast Monrovia
Water main breaks in northeast Monrovia. Residents North Canyon Drive area may experience low water pressure or water outages as a result of the break. http://goo.gl/Rx2pPA
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
More on Representative Judy Chu's Push to Make San Gabriel Mountains a National Monument
Representative Judy Chu, who represents the top edge of Monrovia, is urging Secretary of the Department of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, to "protect the San Gabriel Mountains by designating the area a national monument." Chu says she will be speaking at a public discussion on the mountains hosted by the U.S. Forest Service on Aug. 26 from 4-7:30 p.m. at the Baldwin Park Performing Arts Center at 4640 N. Maine Ave., Baldwin Park.
The Monrovia City Council has gone on record, unanimously, as opposing Monrovia's inclusion in Chu's proposed National Recreation Area, which would encompass the San Gabriel Mountains, and would encroach into Monrovia.
Source: http://goo.gl/c32MEM
Meeting details: http://goo.gl/NPaON6
- Brad Haugaard
The Monrovia City Council has gone on record, unanimously, as opposing Monrovia's inclusion in Chu's proposed National Recreation Area, which would encompass the San Gabriel Mountains, and would encroach into Monrovia.
Source: http://goo.gl/c32MEM
Meeting details: http://goo.gl/NPaON6
- Brad Haugaard
Casino Night; Mexican Food; 80s Music at Monrovia's Library Park
~ Casino Night to benefit Wounded Warrior Project, this Saturday, Aug. 23, 5-11 p.m. at C.V. Tile and Stone, 1435 S. Shamrock. Casino games, band, food and drinks. $25 donation. Information: 303-0336.
~ Fundraiser for Monrovia's Foothill Unity Center at Paco's Mexican Restaurant, 200 E. Foothill. Aug. 27, 3-9 p.m. Proceeds help low income and homeless families in San Gabriel Valley.
~ The Undercover Girls - 80s music, this Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Library Park bandshell, 7-8:30 p.m. http://goo.gl/7Qw1hG
- Brad Haugaard
~ Fundraiser for Monrovia's Foothill Unity Center at Paco's Mexican Restaurant, 200 E. Foothill. Aug. 27, 3-9 p.m. Proceeds help low income and homeless families in San Gabriel Valley.
~ The Undercover Girls - 80s music, this Sunday, Aug. 24 at the Library Park bandshell, 7-8:30 p.m. http://goo.gl/7Qw1hG
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Explorers Compete in X-Games
Eighteen young men and women from the Monrovia Police Explorer Post participated in the San Gabriel Valley Explorer X-Games 2014, competing against Explorer Posts from 22 law enforcement agencies in the San Gabriel Valley. http://goo.gl/0fesKu
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Forest Service to Host Discussion on Use of San Gabriel Mountains
The US Forest Service will hold a panel discussion about the San Gabriel Mountains to "explore the possibilities around expanding the level of protection and increasing recreational opportunities in the San Gabriel area." August 26 in Baldwin Park. There will be an opportunity to give your opinion. Details: http://goo.gl/ay5aQl
Comment: I wonder if this is related to Representative Judy Chu's push for a National Recreation Area in the mountains behind Monrovia (and including part of Monrovia) and to her push to have President Obama unilaterally declare the San Gabriel mountains a National Monument.
- Brad Haugaard
Comment: I wonder if this is related to Representative Judy Chu's push for a National Recreation Area in the mountains behind Monrovia (and including part of Monrovia) and to her push to have President Obama unilaterally declare the San Gabriel mountains a National Monument.
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia's Trader Joe's Recalls Almond Butter
Monrovia-based Trader Joe's recalls almond butter. Possible salmonella contamination. http://goo.gl/DtBalT
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Mountain Ave./Duarte Rd. Intersection Closures
This Friday, Aug. 22, beginning at 9 p.m., through Sunday, Aug. 24 at 9 p.m. the intersection of Mountain Ave. and Duarte Rd. will be closed to through-traffic to reconfigure the traffic lanes and prepare for the second phased closure. This work follows completion of the northern portion of the intersection, which included work on the new light rail at-grade street crossing at Mountain Ave, two months ahead of schedule.
On Sunday, August 24 at 9:00 p.m., the northern portion of the intersection at Mountain Ave and Duarte Rd will fully re-open, and one lane of traffic in each direction on Duarte Rd will be available. The southern portion of the intersection will be closed for approximately three months. Here are more details:
Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. thru November 2014: Mountain Ave will be closed to thru-traffic from the center of Duarte Rd south through the intersection. Duarte Rd will be open, one lane of traffic in each direction (see detour map below). The approximate three-month closure will be in place 24-hours per day, seven days per week, and will allow crews to realign the intersection to improve visibility for the traveling public and future trains, as well as install new storm drains, traffic signals, sidewalks and crosswalks. Crews will work extended work shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday - Friday, in order to expedite this work. Occasional work on weekends may be performed. Construction schedules are subject to change.
Source: Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority press release
- Brad Haugaard
On Sunday, August 24 at 9:00 p.m., the northern portion of the intersection at Mountain Ave and Duarte Rd will fully re-open, and one lane of traffic in each direction on Duarte Rd will be available. The southern portion of the intersection will be closed for approximately three months. Here are more details:
Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 9:00 p.m. thru November 2014: Mountain Ave will be closed to thru-traffic from the center of Duarte Rd south through the intersection. Duarte Rd will be open, one lane of traffic in each direction (see detour map below). The approximate three-month closure will be in place 24-hours per day, seven days per week, and will allow crews to realign the intersection to improve visibility for the traveling public and future trains, as well as install new storm drains, traffic signals, sidewalks and crosswalks. Crews will work extended work shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 midnight, Monday - Friday, in order to expedite this work. Occasional work on weekends may be performed. Construction schedules are subject to change.
Source: Foothill Gold Line Construction Authority press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Organization Helping in Iraq | Plastic Bag Ban
~ The Monrovia-based Christian relief agency, World Vision, is providing food, health, water, sanitation, and child protection for Iraqis fleeing the violence in the country. http://goo.gl/GWwxxj
~ The city has now published the details of its ban on plastic carry-out grocery bags. It is already illegal for big grocery stores to hand out plastic carry-out bags, but that ban won't be enforced until Jan. 1, 2015. http://goo.gl/DpSoq6
- Brad Haugaard
~ The city has now published the details of its ban on plastic carry-out grocery bags. It is already illegal for big grocery stores to hand out plastic carry-out bags, but that ban won't be enforced until Jan. 1, 2015. http://goo.gl/DpSoq6
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Representative Chu Asks Obama to Make Mountains 'National Monument'
Representative Judy Chu, who represents Monrovia, has asked President Obama to unilaterally declare federal lands in the San Gabriel Mountains a national monument. Chu currently has legislation before Congress to make the area a National Recreation Area, but according to some sources ( http://goo.gl/I7Xvqr ) the bill has a very low chance of being enacted. The City of Monrovia has requested that it be excluded from the proposed NRA. http://goo.gl/foQzx4
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Attempted Suicide; Vehicle Theft; Tantrum and Drugs; Vandalism Reward
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for August 14-17. - Brad Haugaard]
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Felony Vandalism
On August 14 at 7:42 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Mary Wilcox Center in the 800 block of East Olive regarding a report of vandalism. Recently, juveniles have been seen on the roof of the building. While servicing the air conditioning unit, it was discovered that the radiator coils and aluminum housing had been vandalized. The estimated damage is $ 4000.00. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 8:39 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 700 block of East Huntington. The vehicle is a brown Honda Accord, and it was stolen sometime after 6:00 p.m. The investigation is continuing.
Attempt Suicide
On August 14 at 10:03 p.m., a female subject called police to report her boyfriend had sent text messages to her and to friends, asking them to say goodbye to all his friends. She also reported that he had attempted suicide in the past. Officers arrived at the location in the 200 block of West Maple. While officers tried to make contact at the front door, another officer pulled himself up on a wall to look through a window. He observed the subject attempting to hang himself; the subject’s face was flushed. Officers rushed into the location and were able to save the subject. They laid him on his back, allowing him to breathe. Paramedics arrived, treated the subject, and took him to a hospital. The subject was admitted and placed on a 72-hour hold for mental evaluation. If not for the quick actions of the officers in this incident, the subject may have ended his life.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 10:36 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a hotel parking lot in the 700 block of West Huntington. The vehicle is a truck and trailer with another vehicle inside the trailer. The vehicles were stolen sometime between 8:45 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. The truck is a white, 2005 Ford F350 with New Mexico plates. It has an oversized bed with a large white fuel tank, metal box, and a faded NASA sticker in the center of the windshield. The trailer is 24 feet long and has a Wells Cargo decal on each side. Inside the trailer was a black, Chevy Chevelle, #14 race car, with pink color on both doors. All keys are accounted for and there were no physical signs of forced entry. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 10:40 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a business parking lot in the 400 block of West Huntington. At 4:00 p.m., the victim parked and locked her white Honda Civic in the parking lot and went into work. When she returned to the vehicle after work at 10:30 p.m., the vehicle was gone. The investigation is continuing.
Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia / Violation of Restraining Order – Suspect Arrested
On August 14 at 11:27 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of West Cypress regarding a male subject screaming, hitting walls and throwing things. When officers arrived, the subject had quieted down and was inside the residence. The officers contacted the subject at the door of his residence and could see a female inside the location. The officers asked if they could enter to check on the welfare of the female subject. The male subject allowed them into the residence. The subject was standing behind the door and seemed to be attempting to hide something in his pocket. Officers could see something bulging inside the subject’s pocket. A pat-down search of his person revealed a blue plastic container with several controlled substances inside. The subject said he was holding the container for someone else. Drug paraphernalia and a loaded rifle were located in plain site inside the location. A computer check revealed the male subject had been served with a criminal protective order and could not be in possession of firearms. He was arrested and taken into custody without further incident for the above listed charges.
Felony Warrant – Suspect Arrested
On August 15 at 3:50 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a restaurant in the 300 block of West Huntington. When they arrived, they recognized the male subject as a known gang member with an outstanding felony warrant. The officers confirmed the warrant and arrested the subject.
Burglary – Suspect Arrested
On August 15 at 4:27 p.m., a business in the 500 block of West Huntington called police regarding a female suspect preparing to steal items from the store. Security watched the suspect enter the changing room with clothes and come out with no items. Officers set up outside the store and waited for the suspect to exit. The suspect was detained outside the store with the stolen items in her possession. The suspect was found to be in possession of a rental car key, and further investigation revealed possible stolen items and methamphetamine inside the rental vehicle. A computer check of the suspect also revealed she was wanted for a robbery in Orange County.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
August 15 at 9:09 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers stopped a vehicle at Shamrock and Huntington. The driver was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested.
Vandalism – Suspect Arrested
On August 16 at 10:37 a.m., a witness called police to report that a male suspect spray painted a utility pole in the 900 block of California. The witness provided a description of the suspect. Officers responded to the area and detained the suspect, who was positively identified by the witness and was arrested. Officers found graffiti on city property on California, from Royal Oaks to Olive. The witness to this crime was given Monrovia Police Department’s Graffiti Bounty award of $100 for reporting vandalism which led to the arrest of the suspect.
Following are the weekend’s highlighted issues and events.
Felony Vandalism
On August 14 at 7:42 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Mary Wilcox Center in the 800 block of East Olive regarding a report of vandalism. Recently, juveniles have been seen on the roof of the building. While servicing the air conditioning unit, it was discovered that the radiator coils and aluminum housing had been vandalized. The estimated damage is $ 4000.00. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 8:39 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from the 700 block of East Huntington. The vehicle is a brown Honda Accord, and it was stolen sometime after 6:00 p.m. The investigation is continuing.
Attempt Suicide
On August 14 at 10:03 p.m., a female subject called police to report her boyfriend had sent text messages to her and to friends, asking them to say goodbye to all his friends. She also reported that he had attempted suicide in the past. Officers arrived at the location in the 200 block of West Maple. While officers tried to make contact at the front door, another officer pulled himself up on a wall to look through a window. He observed the subject attempting to hang himself; the subject’s face was flushed. Officers rushed into the location and were able to save the subject. They laid him on his back, allowing him to breathe. Paramedics arrived, treated the subject, and took him to a hospital. The subject was admitted and placed on a 72-hour hold for mental evaluation. If not for the quick actions of the officers in this incident, the subject may have ended his life.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 10:36 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a hotel parking lot in the 700 block of West Huntington. The vehicle is a truck and trailer with another vehicle inside the trailer. The vehicles were stolen sometime between 8:45 p.m. and 10:30 p.m. The truck is a white, 2005 Ford F350 with New Mexico plates. It has an oversized bed with a large white fuel tank, metal box, and a faded NASA sticker in the center of the windshield. The trailer is 24 feet long and has a Wells Cargo decal on each side. Inside the trailer was a black, Chevy Chevelle, #14 race car, with pink color on both doors. All keys are accounted for and there were no physical signs of forced entry. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto
On August 14 at 10:40 p.m., a vehicle was reported stolen from a business parking lot in the 400 block of West Huntington. At 4:00 p.m., the victim parked and locked her white Honda Civic in the parking lot and went into work. When she returned to the vehicle after work at 10:30 p.m., the vehicle was gone. The investigation is continuing.
Possession of a Controlled Substance / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia / Violation of Restraining Order – Suspect Arrested
On August 14 at 11:27 p.m., officers were dispatched to a residence in the 200 block of West Cypress regarding a male subject screaming, hitting walls and throwing things. When officers arrived, the subject had quieted down and was inside the residence. The officers contacted the subject at the door of his residence and could see a female inside the location. The officers asked if they could enter to check on the welfare of the female subject. The male subject allowed them into the residence. The subject was standing behind the door and seemed to be attempting to hide something in his pocket. Officers could see something bulging inside the subject’s pocket. A pat-down search of his person revealed a blue plastic container with several controlled substances inside. The subject said he was holding the container for someone else. Drug paraphernalia and a loaded rifle were located in plain site inside the location. A computer check revealed the male subject had been served with a criminal protective order and could not be in possession of firearms. He was arrested and taken into custody without further incident for the above listed charges.
Felony Warrant – Suspect Arrested
On August 15 at 3:50 p.m., officers responded to a domestic disturbance at a restaurant in the 300 block of West Huntington. When they arrived, they recognized the male subject as a known gang member with an outstanding felony warrant. The officers confirmed the warrant and arrested the subject.
Burglary – Suspect Arrested
On August 15 at 4:27 p.m., a business in the 500 block of West Huntington called police regarding a female suspect preparing to steal items from the store. Security watched the suspect enter the changing room with clothes and come out with no items. Officers set up outside the store and waited for the suspect to exit. The suspect was detained outside the store with the stolen items in her possession. The suspect was found to be in possession of a rental car key, and further investigation revealed possible stolen items and methamphetamine inside the rental vehicle. A computer check of the suspect also revealed she was wanted for a robbery in Orange County.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
August 15 at 9:09 p.m., Special Enforcement Team officers stopped a vehicle at Shamrock and Huntington. The driver was determined to be driving under the influence and was arrested.
Vandalism – Suspect Arrested
On August 16 at 10:37 a.m., a witness called police to report that a male suspect spray painted a utility pole in the 900 block of California. The witness provided a description of the suspect. Officers responded to the area and detained the suspect, who was positively identified by the witness and was arrested. Officers found graffiti on city property on California, from Royal Oaks to Olive. The witness to this crime was given Monrovia Police Department’s Graffiti Bounty award of $100 for reporting vandalism which led to the arrest of the suspect.
Legislaure Approves Increased Dumping Fines
A bill by Assemblymember Chris Holden to increase fines for dumping and vandalism in nature areas has been approved by the state Legislature and now goes to the Governor for signature. Holden represents Monrovia.
Source: Holden press release
- Brad Haugaard
Source: Holden press release
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Football Preview
Sports speculation. Will San Marino end Monrovia's football streak? http://goo.gl/s1w1rp
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
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