Breakfast at Girasol Cafe

Had breakfast recently at Girasol Cafe, a new Mexican style breakfast restaurant in the shopping center at the southwest corner of Huntington and Magnolia. Open 8 to 2. Got the breakfast burrito with chorizo for $12.99 and a Cafe de Ola for $4.49. Tasty. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Trader Joe’s Will Stay Out Of Online Sales

Monrovia-based Trader Joe’s plans never to get into the online grocery business. It likes bricks and mortar. Details. 

- Brad Haugaard 

Charming Charmin, With Smarts to Match

To be clear, Charmin is not named after toilet paper, he’s just missing the apostrophe at the end of his name. He’s known at Pasadena Humane as Charmin’, because he is quite a charmer. He has won so many staff and volunteers over with his antics that one of his numerous fans has covered his adoption fee.

He's not just a handsome face, though. Charmin has smarts to match. He is very food motivated, and our trainers have taken advantage of that to teach him basic commands and keep his mind active as well. He really enjoys puzzle games, and they keep him on his toes.

An active home would be perfect for this guy, and the more games you can throw at him, the better! Come meet handsome Charmin’ and watch him charm you!

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.

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 and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.

Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: Airmail Postmark -Monry

U.S. Air Mail Envelope mailed from the Monrovia Airport in 1938. Frank J. Bole, Postmaster." Postage was 6-cents U. S. Air Mail addressed to Mrs. Mary E. Barnard of 926 W 4th St, Hudson Wisconsin. The envelope carries the return address on W. Lime Ave, Monrovia. From the Gary Boen collection. See full details here.

For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.

- Brad Haugaard

City Still Needs to Buy Water! Monrovia in 'Solid Financial Position'

At its next meeting (agenda here) the Monrovia City Council will ...

~ Believe it or not, consider buying water. Despite heavy rains, Monrovia only has the right to pump a certain amount of water, and city staff predicts the city will use more than its allocation, so it is proposing temporarily leasing the right to acquire 200 acre-feet of water production rights from Azusa Valley Water Company and buying 489.43 acre-feet of replenishment water from the Main San Gabriel Basin Watermaster. The staff report says, "The City has a history of needing more water production than our by-right allocation, even in the years with heavy rains and reduced consumption." Details

~ Receive a budget update. Summary: "The City is still in a solid financial position as we enter the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2022-23. Given that cost increases for rising inflation were incorporated into the original budget, most expenditures are tracking to budget at this time. Additionally, conservative revenues are tracking closely to estimates, and overall finances continue to move in a positive direction." Details

Photo by Daniel Sinoca on Unsplash

- Brad Haugaard

Clifton and MHS Bands Receive $10k Grant with Help from Booster Clubs

Clifton Middle and Monrovia High School bands are getting additional funding thanks to $10,000 grants from the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts (PSHA).

“We are thrilled to be recipients of the Pasadena Showcase House grant,” said Clifton Director of Music Tim Weed. “We will use the money to purchase instruments for the string and band program.”

MUSD parents, who are a part of the Clifton and MHS band's Booster Clubs, applied for these grants to help their school music programs. The non-profit clubs are always looking for ways to bring in new money for program improvements.

“The Boosters work hard throughout the year to raise funds to provide students an enriching musical education beyond what can be provided by the school budget,” said Lisa Reyes, VP of Ways and Means for the MHS Band Booster Club.

The MHS band will use that money to update their drum line gear, which is more than a decade old. These upcoming improvements are music to their director’s ears.

“Our current drum line is 12 years old, and just by the nature of the instruments, they take a beating,” said MHS Director of Bands Daniel Magallanes. “Replacing our current drum line will cost about $18k, and this grant will go a long way towards providing our students with instruments in good working condition for years to come.”

The Clifton band and its booster club look forward to new instruments and repairing older equipment for their growing music program.

“Everyone on the Clifton Band & Orchestra Board was ecstatic about being notified of the grant,” said Jayson Young, Clifton Band & Orchestra Boosters President. “The boosters spend a lot of time raising funds for the program, and this amount will have a meaningful impact.”

Every year, PSHA awards gifts and grants to a broad and diverse list of non-profit organizations to support their efforts in the community. They help support choirs, musical theater, school marching bands, dance programs, opera, jazz bands, and orchestras.

Monrovia Unified is grateful to our supportive families, band booster clubs, and these grants from the Pasadena Showcase House for the Arts to help support our middle and high school music programs. 

Source: Monrovia Schools press release

- Brad Haugaard

City Wants Your Thoughts for Its Disaster Prep Plan; Forum on Police Use of Military Equipment

In his latest report (https://goo.gl/aOqX7O) City Manager Dylan Feik reports: 

~ The city would like you to share your concerns and priorities regarding natural disasters for the latest version of its Hazard Mitigation Plan. Survey is here. You can learn more by stopping by the HMP booth at the Fire Department Pancake Breakfast this Saturday, May 13, from 7 a.m. - 11 a.m. 

~ The Monrovia Police Department will discuss Assembly Bill 481 on Thursday, May 18 at 2 p.m. at the Community Policing Room at the police station. AB 481 requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of a Military Equipment Use Policy by the City Council before taking actions related to funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment as defined by the legislature.

Photo by Nadiia Ganzhyi on Unsplash

- Brad Haugaard

Centre State Auditions for 'Footloose' Musical

 

Details

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Cops Spot Car Driving on Flat Tires, Intoxicated Driver Arrested; Vehicle Hits Gas Line - Residents Evacuated; Graffiti Artist Apprehended; Etc.

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for May 4 – 10. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 352 service events, resulting in 69 investigations.

Vandalism – Suspect Arrested
May 4 at 12:01 a.m., officers responded to the 100 block of W. Duarte regarding a subject writing graffiti on the wall to a business. Officers responded and detained the subject. He was arrested, issued a citation, and released at the scene. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
May 4 at 12:36 p.m., a passerby in the 400 block of Monrovista requested a wellness check on a subject who appeared to be sleeping in a vehicle. Officers checked on the subject, and discovered he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
May 5 at 1:45 a.m., a solo traffic collision was reported in the area of Myrtle and Duarte. Officers arrived and conducted a DUI investigation. The DUI investigation revealed the driver was driving under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Grand Theft Auto – Suspect Arrested
May 5 at 1:17 p.m., officers were alerted to a stolen vehicle traveling on Mountain. Officers searched the area and located the vehicle, parked and unoccupied. The officers made contact with two individuals nearby and one of the individuals matched the description of the suspect. She was arrested and taken into custody. 

Mental Evaluation
May 5 at 3:06 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 200 block of Heather Heights regarding a juvenile hitting mom. Officers arrived and they were separated. The mother had visible signs of injury and the daughter was taken found to be a danger to others and was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation. 

Grand Theft Auto
May 5 at 3:15 p.m., a grand theft auto was reported in the 1100 block of E. Huntington regarding a rented vehicle that was never returned. This investigation is continuing. 

Attempt Theft / Weapons – Suspect Arrested
May 5 at 6:40 p.m., officers responded to the 100 block of W. Duarte regarding a report of an attempted theft from the cash register. Officers responded and were able to locate the suspect some time later. The suspect was found to be in possession of brass knuckles. He was arrested, issued a citation and released at the scene. 

Missing Person
May 5 at 9:01 p.m., a care giver in the area of Myrtle and Walnut reported an adult male subject with mental health issues became separated from the care giver. The adult male subject was later located on Duarte. 

Driving Under the Influence / Traffic Collision – Suspect Arrested
May 5 at 10: 26 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Myrtle and Live Oak and saw a vehicle driving on flat tires. The vehicle was stopped and it was discovered it had just been involved in an accident. The other involved party was contacted and had suffered minor injuries from the collision. The driver was determined to be intoxicated. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
May 5 at 11:44 p.m., while on patrol in the area of Myrtle and Huntington, an officer saw a vehicle commit a traffic violation. The vehicle was stopped and the driver was found to be driving under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
May 6 at 1:14 a.m., an officer in the area of Fifth and Huntington stopped a vehicle for vehicle code violations. The driver showed signs of impairment and was arrested for DUI. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
May 6 at 1:22 a.m., while on patrol in the area of Myrtle and Live Oak and officer stopped a vehicle for vehicle code violations. An investigation determined the driver was driving under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Non-Injury Traffic Collision
May 6 at 11:00 a.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Shamrock and Huntington. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
May 6 at 4:51 p.m., a resident in the 900 block of Norumbega reported his neighbor’s trailer was stolen from the residence. This investigation is continuing. 

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
May 7 at 1:18 a.m., numerous witnesses in the 400 block of E. Lemon reported a vehicle driving recklessly and crashing into parked vehicles. The vehicle was located inside private property and denied access by a gate guard. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
May 7 at 9:19 a.m., a resident in the 1100 block of S. Alta Vista reported their vehicle was stolen overnight. This investigation is continuing. 

Hit and Run Traffic Collision
May 7 at 12:47 p.m., a caller from the 200 block of E. Maple reported that an unknown vehicle crashed into their parked vehicle and fled. This investigation is continuing. 

Drunk in Public / Resisting an Officer
May 7 at 5:13 p.m., a passerby reported a male subject down in the area of Primrose and Walnut. The caller was not sure if the male subject was breathing or not. Officers responded for a welfare check and found the subject laying on the grass. The subject immediately became upset and showed signs of extreme intoxication. Once in handcuffs, he was transported to the hospital. 

Traffic Collision
May 7 at 10:04 p.m., a vehicle pulling a trailer collided into a main gas line in the 100 block of S. Encinitas. Officers arrived and began evacuations. Fire personnel managed to cap the gas line and the Gas Company responded for the repair. All residents were able to return to their homes. 

Warrant Arrest – Suspect Arrested
May 7 at 10:26 p.m., a caller reported a male subject in the 1100 block of E. Huntington who they believed vandalized a vehicle. Officers arrived and located the subject. No vandalism occurred. A computer check of the subject revealed he was a parolee at large and was arrested. He was arrested and taken into custody. 

Grand Theft
May 8 at 7:36 a.m., a stolen catalytic converter was reported in the 700 block of W. Huntington. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto
May 8 at 9:43 a.m., a caller from the 100 block of W. Chestnut reported his vehicle was stolen during the night. This investigation is continuing. 

Grand Theft Auto Recovery
May 8 at 12:42 a.m., a resident in the 600 block of Anita reported a suspicious vehicle on the street. Officers arrived and discovered the vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
May 9 at 1:50 a.m., an officer stopped a vehicle for speeding in the area of Myrtle and Brisbane. When contacted, the driver displayed symptoms of being under the influence. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was driving under the influence. The driver was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. 

Petty Theft – Suspect Arrested
May 9 at 11:48 a.m., a caller from the 700 block of W. Huntington reported a male subject stole items from their business. Officers arrived and located the subject nearby. The subject was identified as the suspect. The suspect was arrested, cited, and released in the field. 

Embezzled Vehicle
May 9 at 10:15 a.m., an employee from a business in the 1100 block of E. Huntington reported a rental vehicle had been embezzled from their company. Officers arrived and attempted to contact the renter, but they refused to answer. The vehicle was listed as stolen. This investigation is continuing. 

Peeking While Loitering
May 10 at 10:40 a.m., a resident in the 400 block of E. Foothill reported that someone has been looking into their bedroom windows at night. The victim claims a male subject was first seen late Sunday night and again the night prior. The victim and her husband had video of the suspect. This investigation is continuing. 

Domestic Violence – Suspect Arrested
May 10 at 11:22 a.m., a caller from the 300 block of E. Lime reported seeing a couple fighting in the street. Officers arrived and detained a male and female adult subjects. It was determined the female was the aggressor who caused visible injuries on the male. She was arrested and taken into custody. 

Injury Traffic Collision
May 10 at 4:26 p.m., a vehicle was traveling in the 100 block of W. Cherry and pulled in front of another vehicle, causing a collision. Both drivers complained of pain and were treated at the scene. 

Dinner at Pieology

Dinner at Pieology, on Huntington just east of Fifth. Got the Chicken Bacon Ranch on a cauliflower crust for $11.95 and a soda for $2.99. The cauliflower was an experiment I tried with trepidation, but it was all very good.

- Brad Haugaard 

Gus Is a People-Centric Dog

Gus is an active young dog who is eager to please. He is always up for a hike or a game of fetch, but his favorite thing is to just hang out with his people. He is friendly and affectionate with people and is clearly ready to have a BFF.
Because Gus is so clever and people-centric, the trainers at Pasadena Humane have been working on giving him activities that make him think and problem-solve. He loves it! 

Gus is also working hard on settling down on his bed. He gets to hang out while his people sit nearby and enjoy a tasty treat- the best things ever! Come meet this smart guy today!

The adoption fee for dogs is $150. All dog adoptions include spay or neuter, microchip, and age-appropriate vaccines.

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 and schedule an adoption appointment at pasadenahumane.org. Adoptions are by appointment only, and new adoption appointments are available every Sunday and Wednesday at 10:00 a.m.

Pets may not be available for adoption and cannot be held for potential adopters by phone calls or email.  

Last Evensong of Season at St. Luke's Church

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Monrovia will present its last Choral Evensong in the 2022-23 season on Sunday, May 21, at 4 p.m. Evensong is a reflective service combining Vespers and Compline. St. Luke's Choir, with guest singers, will perform Magnificat, Nunc Dimittis by Richard Ayleward, and Joys Seven by Stephen Cleobury. The church is at 122 S. California at Foothill. The Rev. Neil Tadken will be officiant and cantor, and Sean O’Neal - Director of Music and Organist at St. Cross Episcopal Church, Hermosa Beach - will be guest organist. A wine and cheese reception will follow the service.

- Brad Haugaard

A Moment in Monrovia History: A Mule Riding a Trolley

This mule-drawn trolley served Monrovians in the early days. It traversed Myrtle Avenue from the Santa Fe Depot to Lemon Avenue and thence east. The gradient of Myrtle was sufficient to allow the car to 'coast' on the southbound run, so the mule got a free ride downhill. L to R: J. S. Williamson, Sam Wilson, B.F. Crews. From the Myron Hotchkiss collection. See full details here.

For more historic photos and papers, see the Monrovia Historical Society’s complete Legacy Project collection here. Learn more about the Monrovia Historical Society here.

- Brad Haugaard

Community Meeting on Pedestrian Safety, Street Light Outages, Traffic Sign Installation Guidelines

Monrovia Area Partnership community meeting this Saturday, May 13, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the Community Center - Monroe Room. Topics: Pedestrian Safety Tips, Street Light Outages, Traffic Sign Installation Guidelines. Details and register here.

- Brad Haugaard

Applications Being Accepted for Sidewalk Poems

Applications are now being accepted for the city's "Footnotes" program, which features poems and interesting historical facts stamped into newly poured concrete throughout the community. The program aims to encourage walkability and celebrate the poetic talents of local residents.

Residents may submit small poems that fit the requirements for the program's annual contest. The poems must be original, family-friendly, and have a 250 total character limitation. The deadline for entries is June 29, and two poems can be submitted per person.

The Art in Public Places Committee will review and select the poems based on originality, creativity, and quality. Incomplete or late applications, and poems exceeding the character limit, will be disqualified.

For more information or to submit an application, contact Kerri Zessau at kzessau@ci.monrovia.ca.us or call 932-5564.

- Brad Haugaard

Documentary About Ralph Walker Sunday at LOOK Theaters

There will be a KGEM documentary about Ralph Walker's 30-plus years of  volunteering as a Community Activist and Citizen Journalist this Sunday, May 7, 2023, at 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. at LOOK Dine-In Cinema. Tickets are $10 here. To make a donation to The Ralph Walker Paid Internship, click here.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police Captain Robert Wilken Retiring

Monrovia Police Captain Robert Wilken is retiring after 30 years of law enforcement, according to City Manager Dylan Feik. Wilken began as a reserve police pfficer in 1993 and over 30 years held assignments such as motor officer, field training officer, detective,  sergeant, and lieutenant before becoming captain. He assisted the Special Enforcement Team, Community Activist Policing Bureau, Chaplain Program, and the Citizen Volunteer Program. He sought and administered state and federal grants awarded to the department over many years.

- Brad Haugaard

Monrovia Police: Girlfriend Attempts To Kill Boyfriend; Woman Convinces Man To Buy Cryptocurrency, Then Disappears With Money; Drunk Riding Mini-Motorcycle Leads Cops On Chase; Five Vehicles Stolen; and More...

[Monrovia Police activities from the Police Department's Neighborhood Watch Report for April 27 – May 3. - Brad Haugaard]

During the last seven-day period, the Police Department handled 360 service events, resulting in 74 investigations. 

Warrant Arrest
April 27 at 1:10 p.m., an officer recognized a female transient in the 900 block of South Alta Vista who he knew had an outstanding warrant for her arrest. She was stopped and detained. The issuing agency did not want to pick her up so she was issued a citation for the warrant in the field.

Fraud
April 27 at 2:39 p.m., a victim came in to the Monrovia Police Department lobby to report her debit card had been used at the post office in Monrovia and in Arcadia without her consent. This investigation is continuing.

Theft by False Pretense
April 27 at 4:19 p.m., a victim came into the lobby to report that he befriended a female subject on a social media platform. She convinced the victim to purchase a large amount of crypto currency. The victim is now unable to locate the account where the money was placed and the female subject. This investigation is continuing.

Mental Evaluation
April 28 at 7:44 a.m., a witness in the area of Myrtle and Duarte reported a female subject on the roadway. Officers arrived and located the female subject on the roadway, swinging a full plastic bag at cars trying to go around her. Officers detained her and determined she was a danger to herself and others. She was transported to a mental health facility for a mental evaluation.

Public Intoxication – Suspects Arrested
April 28 at 9:14 a.m., a resident in the 800 block of W. Duarte reported two subjects sitting in a vehicle in a carport consuming alcohol and urinating in public. Officers located the subjects and determined both were too intoxicated to care for themselves. They were both arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Warrant Arrested – Suspects Arrested
April 28 at 10:44 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the Arcadia Police Department to pick up a female subject being held for a Monrovia felony warrant. She was arrested and taken into custody.

Grand Theft Auto
April 28 at 4:50 p.m., an employee at a business in the 200 block of Kruse reported that a company truck had been stolen. While officers were responding the employee found the vehicle parked. When officers arrived the vehicle was no longer occupied. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft
April 28 at 7:18 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of S. Heliotrope reported the catalytic converter from her vehicle had been stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Family Disturbance / Child Endangerment / Battery on Officer – Suspect Arrested
April 28 at 7:55 p.m., a resident in the 200 block of California reported her daughter was intoxicated and yelling at everyone. The daughter got into her parked car with her infant children in the car, locked herself inside, and was threatening to drive away intoxicated. Officers arrived and prevented the suspect from driving. The suspect was heavily intoxicated, and while attempting to arrest her for being drunk in public, child endangerment and a battery warrant, she kicked an officer. At the jail, she was seen by paramedics and was immediately transported to a nearby hospital.

Graffiti
April 28 at 8:43 p.m., officers were extra patrolling the 100 block of W. Colorado when they came across several juveniles loitering. The juveniles scattered and ran from the building. Officers checked the upper level again and discovered someone had spray in the upper level stairwell. Officers continued searching the area for the suspects who had run from the scene, but did not locate them. This investigation is continuing.

Pursuit / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
April 28 at 11:31 p.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Ivy and Cherry when he witnessed a male subject riding a homemade mini motorcycle, illegal for the road, with no plates. He attempted to stop the vehicle, however, the rider refused to stop and led the officer on a brief pursuit. The pursuit ended at California and Central. The driver was found to be intoxicated. A DUI investigation determined he was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Graffiti
April 29 at 12:20 a.m., a resident in the 200 block of E. Walnut reported seeing 5 to 6 male juveniles spray painting the side of a building on his street. Patrol officers arrived and found the fresh graffiti, but the juveniles were gone. They searched the area for the juveniles, but could not locate them. Additional graffiti was discovered in several other locations nearby, including all over a parked vehicle. This investigation is continuing.

Impound Vehicle
April 29 at 6:31 a.m., the officer responded to the 700 block of Ocean View regarding a vehicle parked on the street with expired registration. A computer check of the vehicle revealed 7 unpaid parking citations and registration expired since 2020. The vehicle was impounded and the registered owner was notified.

Grand Theft Auto
April 29 at 8:55 a.m., a caller in the 600 block of Fano reported their vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
April 29 at 3:31 p.m., a victim in the 500 block of Fano to report his vehicle was stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
April 30 at 8:53 a.m., a victim in the 600 block of W. Duarte called to report his vehicle was stolen overnight. This investigation is continuing.

Arson
April 30 at 11:01 a.m., a reporting party in the 1200 block of Encino reported hearing an explosion and seeing smoke. Officers responded and located a pile of trash in front of a residence in the 800 block of Bonita was on fire. The explosion the reporting party heard was a spray can exploding. This investigation is continuing.

Grand Theft Auto
April 30 at 6:50 p.m., a resident in the 500 block of E. Cherry reported their vehicle stolen. This investigation is continuing.

Criminal Threats – Suspect Arrested
April 30 at 7:36 p.m., a resident in the 100 block of E. Cherry reported her boyfriend and brother were in an argument and the police were needed. Officers arrived and discovered the brother had threatened the visiting boyfriend with death threats and walked into the kitchen to get a knife. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

Pursuit / Driving Under the Influence – Suspect Arrested
April 30 at 9:33 p.m., an officer was patrolling the 200 block of W. Huntington when he saw a motorist commit driving violations. He attempted to stop the motorist, but she accelerated and led the officer on a short pursuit for a few blocks then finally stopped. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was intoxicated. She was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Driving Under the Influence – Suspects Arrested
May 1 at 1:59 a.m., while patrolling the 100 block of W. Lime and officer saw a motorcyclist riding the wrong way on a one way street. The officer conducted a traffic stop and an investigation revealed the motorcyclist was under the influence. He was arrested and transported to the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period. Traffic collision May 1 at 1:58 p.m., a traffic collision was reported in the area of Monterey and Huntington. A vehicle failed to stop and rear ended the vehicle in front. This investigation is continuing.

Strong Arm Robbery
May 1 at 3:44 p.m., a subject entered a business in the 500 block of W. Huntington and stole items. When employees tried to stop the suspect he used force against the employee and fled before officers arrived. This investigation is continuing.

Attempt Murder / Battery on a Peace Officer – Suspects Arrested
May 2 at 7:15 a.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of W. Palm regarding a male and female couple arguing over pictures. The male threw the female to the ground and began to strangle the female subject. She punched him to release her and he walked away. She then followed him in her vehicle and got into another argument down the street. She then tried to run him over but he jumped out of the way, causing her to collide into another vehicle. The male then got onto the sidewalk against a block wall. The female then gassed her vehicle toward the male and tried to crush him into the wall. The male dove out of the way at the last second and she crashed through the wall and the incident was recorded by a bystander. While the female was detained, she became aggressive and punched an officer. The female admitted she was trying to run over her boyfriend. The female subject was arrested for attempt murder and battery on a police officer. He was arrested for domestic battery. They were both taken into custody.

Warrant / Drug Arrest – Suspects Arrested
May 3 at 8:10 a.m., officers responded to the 800 block of W. Olive regarding a disturbing male subject. Officers arrived and contacted a male subject who showed signs of being under the influence of narcotics. The subject had a warrant for his arrest and was also found to be in possession of drug paraphernalia. The subject was arrested and taken into custody.

Driving Under the Influence / Warrant Arrest – Suspects Arrested
May 3 at 10:06 a.m., an officer saw a vehicle with expired registration in the 1600 block of S. Myrtle. When the license plate was check a warrant was attached to the vehicle's registration. The officer pulled the vehicle over and contacted the driver. The officer immediately smelled alcohol on the breath of the driver. A DUI investigation revealed the driver was under the influence. He was arrested and transported ot the MPD jail to be held for a sobering period.

Mental Evaluation
May 3 at 10:44 a.m., an officer was patrolling the area of Foothill and Shamrock when he saw a female adult walking in and out of traffic. The officer stopped and contacted the female who immediately became physically aggressive towards the officers. More units arrived and they were able to subdue the female. It was determined that she was a danger to herself and other. She was transported to a medical facility for a mental evaluation.

Jewish Federation Hosting Town Hall With Israeli Consul General

Monrovia-based Jewish Federation of the Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys will host a Town Hall Meeting with the Consul General of Israel, Dr. Hillel Newman. The event will cover topics related to Israel, ranging from the controversy regarding judicial reforms, the situation on the Temple Mount, to Iran, how Israeli innovations are impacting everyday life, worldwide issues, and more. There will also be a question and answer session. The event is open to the public but registration is required for security reasons. Register at jewishsgpv.org by May 8.

- Brad Haugaard

$75,000 Reward for Information on 2016 Killing of 4-Year-Old Monrovia Boy

LA County has raised the reward to $75,000 for information leading to the arrest of the person who shot and killed 4-year-old Monrovia boy, Salvador Esparza in 2016 in Altadena. The reward was previously set at $50,000. If you have information, contact LA County Sheriff's Department at (323) 890-5500. More...

- Brad Haugaard