Happy Fourth of July, Monrovia.
- Brad Haugaard
Man Solicits for Funeral of a Very-Much-Alive Person
Here's a video from NBC4 taken by a woman who confronted a fake funeral solicitor on a street corner in Monrovia.
His sign had a picture of a man he said was his brother and it indicated he wanted help to pay the funeral expenses for that brother, except...
It wasn't a picture of his brother, it was a picture of the woman's son, and the son is very much alive. And she was very much annoyed. https://is.gd/2S4KjO
- Brad Haugaard
His sign had a picture of a man he said was his brother and it indicated he wanted help to pay the funeral expenses for that brother, except...
It wasn't a picture of his brother, it was a picture of the woman's son, and the son is very much alive. And she was very much annoyed. https://is.gd/2S4KjO
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Man Arrested in Connection With Fatal Hit and Run
- Brad Haugaard
Water District Lawn Removal Videos
To encourage you to do that it has come up with several animated videos, four to six minutes each, outline three ways to remove lawns – solarization, sheet mulching and sod removal. Details here: https://is.gd/djd9YG
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: Car Rolls 100 Feet Over Mountain Road Above Canyon Park; Shoplifter Ticketed; Etc.
[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for June 27 - July 2. - Brad Haugaard]Vehicle Burglary
On June 27 at approximately 9:00 a.m., three residents from the 1000 block of Oak Leaf called to report their vehicles were broken into and items were taken. There was video footage of the suspects from a nearby camera. The investigation is continuing.
Violation of Court Order – Suspect Arrested
On June 27 at 8:47 p.m., a caller reported a male and female involved in an argument in the area of Duarte and Pilgrim. Officers responded and located the two subjects. The officers had knowledge of an existing restraining order prohibiting the subjects from being together. The order was confirmed and the restrained party was arrested.
Warrant – Suspect Arrested
On June 28 at 8:46 a.m., a police sergeant was patrolling the area of Bradbury and Orange due to recent vehicle burglaries when he saw a subject he recognized from previous contacts, who did not live in the area. A computer check revealed this subject had a warrant for his arrest. He was stopped by the sergeant and arrested for the warrant.
Shoplifting
On June 28 at 4:15 p.m., an employee of a clothing store in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported that a male subject just ran out of the store with clothing and electronics, without paying for the merchandise. Officers responded, but were unable to locate the suspect. The suspect is described as a male Hispanic in his 30's, wearing a baseball hat that had the number 777 on it. The suspect dropped the electronics just outside the store. This investigation is continuing.
Hit & Run Traffic Collision
On June 28 at 4:29 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the 800 block of E. Evergreen. Officers responded and found that one of the drivers had fled, but the other driver took a photo of his license plate. The other driver was located and said he was waiting for police to arrive, but the other driver was yelling profanities at him, so he left the location.
Injury Traffic Collision – Outside Assist for U.S. Forest Service
On June 29 at 1:17 p.m., two bicyclists called police to report that a motorist just drove over the side of the fire road about 3 miles north of Camp Trask. Officers responded with Monrovia Fire and U.S. Forest Service law enforcement. The vehicle was found over the side of the hill and had rolled end over end about 100 feet down, but was stopped by a tree. Firefighters rescued the driver, who is an employee of a contractor for the U.S. Forest Service. The driver was checking electrical poles on the service road when his vehicle slipped in the dirt and went over the side. The driver had minimal injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment. The U.S. Forest Service handled the incident.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
On June 29 at 3:59 p.m., security at a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington reported detaining a subject for shoplifting. The subject was refusing to identify himself. Officers responded and, through investigation, the suspect was properly identified. She was issued a citation to appear in court on the petty theft charges and the property was returned to the store.
Shoplifting – Suspect Arrested
On June 29 at 6:51 p.m., an employee from a business in the 100 block of W. Foothill called police to report a male subject had entered the store, concealed liquor and exited the store without paying. The suspect was detained by store loss prevention. An officer arrived and issued the suspect a citation to appear in court on the charges and he was released.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
On June 29 at 6:52 p.m., a caller reported that a male and female subject were involved in an argument in the 1300 block of S. Alta Vista. Officers arrived and located the two subjects. It was determined the male was the aggressor and had caused visible injuries to the female. The male subject was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
On June 29 at 9:10 p.m., a resident from the 1200 block of S. Fifth called police to report his electric bicycle was stolen from a parking lot near his residence. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
On June 29 at 10:17 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Mayflower and Huntington when he saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver showed signs of being under the influence of alcohol. Field sobriety tests were conducted and the driver was arrested for DUI. The suspect was taken into custody and held for a sobering period.
Injury Traffic Collision
On June 30 at 9:02 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at the intersection of California and Huntington. Two motorists collided into one another, causing one of the vehicles to roll over. Officers responded and Monrovia Fire arrived on scene to treat the occupants. One subject was taken to a local hospital for his injuries. Witnesses were located, a police report was taken, and the party at fault was issued a citation.
Vehicle Burglary
On June 30 at 9:54 a.m., a caller reported his vehicle was broken into while it was parked in a parking lot in the 700 block of W. Huntington. A suitcase was taken. Investigation continuing.
Warrant / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
On July 1 at 12:02 a.m., an officer was on patrol in the area of Lime and Mountain when he saw a driver commit a traffic offense. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was contacted. A computer check revealed the driver had an outstanding warrant for his arrest and is on probation for a drug violation. The driver was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. The driver was arrested and taken into custody.
Grand Theft
On July 1 at 10:39 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1600 block of S. Mountain called police to report that two male suspects entered the store, took seven tool kits and exited the store without paying for them. The suspects fled the area prior to police arriving and were not located. The investigation is continuing.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
On July 1 at 7:09 p.m., a possible drunk driver was reported in the 200 block of E. Palm. Officers responded and located the vehicle, which was parked in the area. The driver was contacted and he displayed signs of being under the influence of alcohol. Field sobriety tests were conducted and the driver was arrested for DUI. He was taken into custody and held for a sobering period.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
On July 1 at 8:16 p.m., a caller reported hearing a male and female subject arguing in an apartment in the 1100 block of Sesmas. The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department also received a phone call from a resident stating a male subject fled the location on foot. An officer responded and located the male subject a short distance away. Additional officers responded to the apartment and checked on the welfare of the female. After a thorough investigation was conducted, it was determined that the female subject was the aggressor and she was arrested for domestic violence.
Grand Theft
On July 2 at 4:09 p.m., a grand theft was reported in the 400 block of E. Lime Avenue. The victim reported that sometime overnight someone stole the catalytic converter off her silver Ford Excursion. The investigation is continuing.
Mail Theft
On July 2 at 5:20 p.m., a resident in the 400 block of W. Lime reported a mail theft. The resident saw his mailbox was empty, when he normally has mail. He checked his surveillance footage and saw a suspect approach his mailbox, take his mail and flee in a vehicle. The investigation is continuing.
Grand Theft Auto / Vehicle Pursuit – Suspect Arrested
On July 2 at 7:29 p.m., an officer attempted a traffic stop in the 200 block of W. Duarte. The vehicle had a flat tire and the driver was driving in opposing lanes of traffic in the area of Myrtle and Pamela. The vehicle fled and the officer initiated a pursuit. At the same time, police dispatch received calls reporting a vehicle that was just stolen from the 200 block of W. Duarte, matching the exact description of the fleeing suspect vehicle. The fleeing vehicle eventually crashed in the area of Redell and Shrode, in the county area of Monrovia. The suspect exited the vehicle and fled on foot. Neighboring agencies responded to assist with containment of the area and began doing searches of residences. The suspect was eventually located and taken into custody. He was medically cleared and held pending his court appearance. Stolen property with a victim's name on it was also located in the vehicle.
Residential Burglary
On July 2 at 10:44 p.m., a residential burglary was reported in the 200 block of W. Pomona. The victims returned home to find their apartment had been burglarized and called police. The investigation is continuing.
Local Mosquito Control District Gets Into the Music Video Biz
- Brad Haugaard
Free Summer Entertainment in Monrovia!
Here are the schedules for summer concerts and movies in Monrovia:
Music:
Saturday Concerts @ Station Square Ampitheater1601 South Myrtle, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
July 6 - Cold Duck, Motown/Soul Band
July 13 - Night Owl, Top 40 Band
July 20 - Blue Breeze Band, Jazz Band
July 27 -Salsa Caliente, Salsa Band
Free Salsa Dance Lesson.
Aug. 3 -The Hodads, Variety Band
Free Zumba Dance Lesson.
Aug. 10 -The Skinny Ties, 80's Rock and Roll Band
Aug. 17 - Mark Easterday Band, Country Band
Free Line Dancing Lesson.
Aug. 24 -Langston Theard & Adoration, Gospel Soul Band
Sunday Concerts @ Library Park, Rotary Club Bandshell
321 South Myrtle: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
July 7 - Soto Band, Top 40/Latin Band
July 14 - Langston Theard & Adoration, Gospel Soul Band
July 21 -Kelly Rae Band, Country Band
Free Line Dancing Lesson.
July 28 -Smokin' Cobras, 50's Retro Band
Free Swing Dance Lesson.
Aug. 4 - Hit Me 90's, 90's Pop Band
Free Pop/Hip Hop Lesson.
Aug. 11 - Bumptown, Old School/Disco/Latin Band
Aug. 18 - Yachty by Nature, Yacht Rock Band 70s & 80s
Aug. 25 - The Answer, Classic Rock Band
For additional information, please contact the Community Center at 256-8246.
Movies:
July 20 - Incredibles 2 at Kiwanis Park at Grand AvenueJuly 27 - Ralph Breaks the Internet at Julian Fisher Park
Aug. 3 - Mary Poppins Returns at Rotary Park
Aug. 10 - Wall-E at Library Park
- Brad Haugaard
More Old Town Parking Now Available; New City Entryway Coming for Fifth and Huntington
~ A new public parking lot is now open on Lime Avenue just east of Ivy Avenue following resurfacing, re-marking and new signs. The city is asking all City employees to park in the new lot during the day to free up public parking in the more convenient lot across the street from the Police Department (at the northwest corner of Lime and Ivy).
~ SCAG (Southern California Area Governments) has released its 2019 Local Profiles. Here's Monrovia's: https://is.gd/YGxD0k
- Brad Haugaard
Fun and Social Dixie: A Leader Among Cats!
The adoption fee for cats is $90. All cats are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated before being adopted.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
New Teaching Garden at Mayflower School
Mayflower Elementary has partnered with EnrichLA to bring a new teaching garden that will include new learning experiences for students such as lesson plans about nutrition, healthy living, and gardening. These classes will help students establish an immediate connection between the process of growing fruits and vegetables! Enrich LA will need parent assistance to install the garden on July 31, 2019 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.Source: Monrovia School District
- Brad Haugaard
City Council to Consider 6-Unit Townhouse on Duarte Road, Etc.
At its next meeting (agenda: https://is.gd/Wm93HK) the Monrovia City Council will ...
~ Consider approving development of a 6-unit, two-and-three-story townhouse at 425 W. Duarte Road (on the north side, between Mayflower and Magnolia). Staff, the Development Review Committee, and the Planning Commission are recommending approval. https://is.gd/0FL3dn
~ Recognize Congresswoman Grace Napolitano's 2019 Volunteer of the Year Award recipients
John Watson, Hal Leavens, and Hank Jacobs; Assemblymember Chris Holden's 2019 Non-Profit of the Year Award Recipient, Foothill Unity Center; and outgoing Community Services Commissioners Brian Ulm and Tom Dittmar, and Library Board member Alrita Morgan.
~ Consider approving a $60,000 agreement with Paul Maurer Shows to provide carnival rides for the 2020 Monrovia Days Community Festival. The staff report says that in the past the company, "has proven to be the right partner through their commitment in providing Monrovia with carnival rides and exceptional customer service." https://is.gd/px1PNj
- Brad Haugaard
Breakfast at Bottega
Breakfast at Bottega at Bella Sera, on the east side of Myrtle just north of Lemon. Got the Lemon Omlet for $10 (Named after the street; no lemon in it) and a very nice coffee (Intelligentsia coffee) for $3. Very good omelet!- Brad Haugaard
Monrovia Police: A Fiery Chair; Red Light Runner Causes Injuries; Driver Flees After CHP Chase Ends in Crash on Huntington; Etc.
During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 432 service events, resulting in 92 investigations.
Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On June 20 at 5:00 p.m., a loss prevention officer from a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington called police to report two subjects he recognized from a previous case of theft. Officers arrived and detained the subjects, along with a driver waiting outside. The driver was found to be in possession of a controlled substance and was arrested. The two subjects that were in the store did not commit a crime. They were identified and released.
Vehicle Burglary
On June 20 at 6:25 p.m., officers responded to the report of a vehicle burglary in the 700 block of S. Myrtle. The investigation revealed the victim had been followed from a local bank after obtaining a cashier’s check. The suspects waited until the victim left his vehicle and then smashed the passenger-side window and took the cashier’s check. This investigation is continuing.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision
On June 21 at 8:48 a.m., a victim called to report his vehicle was struck by a van in the 400 block of S. Shamrock. Officers responded and conducted an investigation. The van fled the location after hitting the victim’s vehicle. This investigation is continuing.
Vandalism
On June 21 at 5:10 p.m., officers responded to a bus stop in the 800 block of E. Huntington regarding a male subject who was refused service on the bus. The subject had been refused service because he was carrying an open alcoholic container. The subject became upset and broke the glass container on the bus floor before fleeing the scene. This investigation is continuing.
Warrant / Resisting a Peace Officer – Suspect Arrested
On June 22 at 12:47 a.m., an officer saw a suspicious vehicle and trailer parked in the 1600 block of S. Mountain. The officer saw a male and female subject inside the trailer. Upon contact, the male attempted to run away. He was apprehended and found to have a warrant for his arrest. He was arrested per the authority of the warrant.
Mail Tampering
On June 22 at 9:14 a.m., a caller reported that a female subject had stolen mail from their mailbox in the 500 block of Los Angeles. Officers responded and were shown a video of the incident. This investigation is continuing.
Vehicle Burglary
On June 22 at 2:52 p.m., a vehicle burglary was reported in the 100 block of W. Lemon. The victim reported her front passenger window had been smashed and her purse and wallet were taken from inside the vehicle. Officers responded and conducted an investigation. This investigation is continuing.
Public Intoxication – Suspect Arrested
On June 23 at 1:12 a.m., a subject called police to report that he had been kicked out of a bar in the 400 block of S. Myrtle. Officers responded and determined the subject was too intoxicated to care for his own well-being. He was arrested for public intoxication and held for a sobering period.
Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
On June 23 at 2:21 a.m., an officer observed a vehicle near the intersection of California and Central driving without lights during hours of darkness. A traffic stop was conducted and the driver was displaying signs of being under the influence of alcohol. Field sobriety tests were conducted and the subject was arrested for DUI. The driver was held for a sobering period.
Court Order Violation – Suspect Arrested
On June 23 at 12:51 p.m., an officer was on patrol in the 700 block of W. Duarte and saw two subjects whom he was familiar with from prior contacts. The officer had recently arrested one of the subjects for domestic violence against the other subject and knew the judge had issued a criminal protective order. The officer contacted the subjects and arrested the restrained person for violation of the court order.
Court Order Violation / Vandalism
On June 23 at 7:43 p.m., a caller reported that a known male subject had slashed two tires on her vehicle in the 200 block of W. Palm. Officers arrived and determined there was a court order restraining that subject from being in the area. The suspect had left the location prior to police arrival. The report of the incident was forwarded to the District Attorney for filing consideration.
Battery – Suspect Arrested
On June 24 at 1:58 a.m., officers responded to a residence in the 100 block of Evergreen regarding a domestic disturbance. The investigation revealed a female subject had grabbed the hair of a second female and punched her repeatedly in the face. The subject was arrested and issued a citation to appear in court on the charges.
Arson
On June 24 at 6:55 a.m., a caller saw three male subjects light a chair on fire in a parking lot in the 900 block of W. Duarte. The subjects then fled the location. Officers arrived with the Fire Department and the fire was extinguished. This investigation is continuing.
Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
On June 24 at 5:12 p.m., officers responded to a hotel in the 900 block of S. Fifth regarding a domestic disturbance. A caller reported hearing arguing and a possible gun shot in the hotel room. Officers arrived and made contact with the subjects inside the room. They found the victim had a physical injury to her mouth. There was no evidence of a gun shot at the scene. The suspect was arrested for domestic violence and taken into custody.
Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On June 24 at 6:30 p.m., a caller reported a suspicious vehicle in the 100 block of E. Scenic. Officers responded and made contact with two subjects inside the vehicle. One of the subjects was found to be on probation. During a probation search, the subject was found to be in possession of a controlled substance. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.
Injury Traffic Collision
On June 25 at 10:37 a.m., a traffic collision was reported at Huntington and California. A vehicle was traveling east on Huntington and failed to stop for a red traffic signal. The vehicle struck another vehicle traveling north on California. Officers arrived and conducted an investigation. All injured parties were checked by paramedics from Monrovia Fire and Rescue.
Shoplifting / Warrant – Suspect Arrested
On June 25 at 12:42 p.m., a shoplifting incident was reported at a business in the 1600 block of W. Mountain. A male suspect had taken power tools from the store and exited without paying. Officers arrived and apprehended the suspect nearby. He was arrested and taken into custody. During the booking process, a computer check revealed the suspect also had a no-bail warrant, which was added to his the charges.
Warrant / Possession of Drug Paraphernalia – Suspect Arrested
On June 25 at 2:36 p.m., officers were patrolling the 700 block of W. Duarte when they saw two subjects sitting inside an underpass water runoff tunnel. Officers made contact with the subjects, and a computer check revealed one of them had a warrant for his arrest. The subject was arrested and searched incident to arrest. Officers discovered the subject was also in possession of drug paraphernalia.
Injury Traffic Collision
June 25 at 4:19 p.m., a caller reported that three vehicles collided while traveling eastbound on Huntington at the Mayflower intersection. Officers arrived and conducted an investigation. One of the drivers complained of pain, but refused medical treatment on scene.
Possession of a Controlled Substance – Suspect Arrested
On June 25 at 8:20 p.m., an officer stopped a vehicle for a vehicle code violation in the area of California and Hurstview. The driver was found to be unlicensed. A search of the vehicle revealed the driver was also in possession of a controlled substance. The driver was arrested and issued a citation. The vehicle was towed.
Outside Assist – California Highway Patrol
On June 26 at 7:31 a.m., California Highway Patrol officers requested assistance in the 800 block of W. Huntington. A vehicle had fled from them on the 210 Freeway and exited at Huntington. The vehicle crashed into a building and the driver fled on foot. Officers responded and assisted CHP with setting up a containment. The driver was located and detained. The vehicle was stolen and CHP arrested the occupants.
Hit and Run Traffic Collision / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
On June 26 at 11:02 p.m., officers were dispatched to the intersection of Mayflower and Foothill regarding a hit and run traffic collision that had just occurred. Officers located the vehicle and the driver. The investigation revealed the driver had been driving under the influence. The driver was arrested and held for a sobering period.
Mt Sierra Colleges Shuts Down
Monrovia's Mt Sierra College has abruptly shut its doors, on June 25. It's president gave one-day's notice of its closure, citing financial difficulties. DeVry University is accepting transferring students. https://is.gd/lq4nqa
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Detail on Life Sentence Given to Monrovia Man
A Monrovia man was sentenced today to life in state prison for kidnapping and sexually assaulting four women he lured by offering them money or drugs, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office announced.
Jason Chung Chien Yu (dob 1/15/76) was found guilty last month of three counts of sodomy by use of force, two counts each of kidnapping to commit rape, assault to commit rape and false imprisonment and one count each of forcible rape, forcible oral copulation and criminal threats.
Deputy District Attorney Scott Yang of the Sex Crimes Division prosecuted the case.
Yu preyed upon women, ranging in age from 22 to 60 years old, and promised money or drugs in exchange for sex, the prosecutor said.
In February 2012, Yu kidnapped a woman to commit rape. The defendant beat and sodomized two women four years later. In February 2017, the defendant kidnapped another woman and sexually assaulted her as well.
Case BA457678 was investigated by the Special Victims Bureau of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
Press release from Los Angeles County District Attorney Jackie Lacey
- Brad Haugaard
Monrovian Sentenced to 88 Years in Prison for Assaults on Women
Jason Chung Chien Yu, 43, of Monrovia, has been sentenced to 88 years in prison for attacks on four women, three of those attacks being sexual assaults. https://is.gd/nlJbKr
- Brad Haugaard
- Brad Haugaard
Five Arrested in Sting by ABC Investigators and Monrovia Police
Investigators from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), the Monrovia Police
Department and the Bell Gardens Police Department arrested five people in an undercover
operation targeting sales of alcoholic beverages to minors. The operations were conducted on
June 21, 2019, and June 22, 2019, in the general area of the 400 block of W. Duarte Road and
the 200 block of W. Huntington Drive in the City of Monrovia.ABC Investigators and police personnel from Monrovia and Bell Gardens used several resources for the operation, one being the Decoy Shoulder Tap Operation that targets adults who purchase alcohol for people less than 21 years of age. The penalty for furnishing alcohol to a minor is a minimum $1,000.00 fine and 24 hours of community service.
The operation resulted in five people arrested for furnishing or purchasing alcoholic beverages for minors. The suspects were booked and issued court citations.
This project was a part of the Department of Alcohol Beverage Control’s Minor Decoy / Shoulder Tap Grant project, funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Source: Monrovia Police Department press release
- Brad Haugaard
Vacation Bible School - Farm Fresh Faith
- Brad Haugaard
Bailey: Would Like to Be Part of an Active Family
Bailey (A448879)is a friendly four year old Labrador Retriever mix. He enjoys going for walks and even sits patiently while being leashed. Bailey is an active dog who also enjoys fetch and other activities that keep him on the go. Even though he likes to be active, he also can be calm and relaxed when snuggling with our volunteers. This happy boy is looking for an active family where he can be a part of all of your adventures.
The adoption fee for dogs is $140. All dogs are spayed or neutered, microchipped, and vaccinated before going to their new home.
New adopters will receive a complimentary health-and-wellness exam from VCA Animal Hospitals, as well as a goody bag filled with information about how to care for your pet.
View photos of adoptable pets at pasadenahumane.org. Adoption hours are 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday; 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Friday; and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.
Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.
- Brad Haugaard
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