Incident Date:
Thursday, December 18th, 2014
The next community meeting at Ingleside Station will be held on January 20, 2015 at 7p.m. Thank you.
Holiday Safety Tips
The holidays are a special and
joyous time of year. It is also a time when the citizens need to be alert to
the possibility of crime. The City of
San Francisco and the San Francisco
Police Department encourages all citizens and visitors to the City to take
simple precautions to ensure a safe and happy holiday season.
The holiday season is always a
special time of year. It is also a time when busy people become careless and
vulnerable to theft and other holiday crime. We can never be too careful, too
prepared or too aware. Please share this information with family, friends and
neighbors. The San Francisco Police
Department wishes you a safe, happy and peaceful holiday season.
Driving
- Avoid
driving alone or at night.
- Keep
all car doors locked and windows closed while in or out of your car. Set
your alarm or use an anti-theft device.
- If
you must shop at night, park in a well lit area.
- Avoid
parking next to vans, trucks with camper shells, or cars with tinted
windows.
- Park
as close as you can to your destination and take notice of where you
parked.
- Never
leave your car unoccupied with the motor running or with children inside.
- Do
not leave packages or valuables on the seat of your car. This creates a
temptation for thieves. If you must leave something in the car, lock it in
the trunk or put it out of sight.
- Be
sure to locate your keys prior to going to your car.
- Keep
a secure hold on your purse, handbag and parcels. Do not put them down or
on top of the car in order to open the door.
- When
approaching or leaving your vehicle, be aware of your surroundings.
- Do
not approach your car alone if there are suspicious people in the area.
- Ask
mall or store security for an escort before leaving your shopping
location.
Automated Teller Machine (ATM)
- If
you must use an ATM, choose one that is located inside a bank, mall, or
well lit location. Withdraw only the amount of cash you need.
- Protect
your PIN by shielding the ATM keypad from anyone who is standing near you.
- Do
not throw your ATM receipt away at the ATM location.
Children
- Teach
children to immediately inform you if a stranger is bothering them.
- If
possible, leave small children at home with a trusted babysitter.
- Teach
your child to go to a store clerk and ask for help in case your child is
separated from you.
- Teach
children to stay close to you at all times while shopping.
- Never
allow children to make unaccompanied trips to the restroom.
- Children
should never be allowed to go to the car alone and they should never be
left alone in the car.
- Teach
children their full name, address and telephone number to give to police
officers or mall security.
Shopping
- Shop
during the daylight hours whenever possible. If you must shop at night, go
with a friend or family member.
- Avoid
wearing expensive jewelry.
- Do
not carry a purse or wallet, if possible.
- Always
carry your California Driver License or Identification Card along with
necessary cash, checks and/or a credit card that you expect to use.
- Even
though you are rushed and thinking about a thousand things, stay alert to
your surroundings.
- Avoid
carrying large amounts of cash.
- Pay
for purchases with a check or credit card when possible.
- Keep
cash in your front pocket.
- Notify
the credit card issuer immediately if your credit card is lost, stolen or
misused.
- Keep
a record of all your credit card numbers in a safe place at home.
- Be
extra careful if you do carry a wallet or purse. They are the prime
targets of criminals in crowded shopping areas, transportation terminals,
bus stops, on buses and other rapid transit.
- Beware
of strangers approaching you for any reason. At this time of year,
"con-artists" may try various methods of distracting you with
the intention of taking your money or belongings.
At Home
- Be
extra cautious about locking doors and windows when you leave the house,
even for a few minutes.
- When
leaving home for an extended time, have a neighbor or family member watch
your house and pick up your newspapers and mail.
- Indoor
and outdoor lights should be on an automatic timer.
- Leave
a radio or television on so the house looks and sounds occupied.
- Large
displays of holiday gifts should not be visible through the windows and
doors of your home.
- When
setting up a Christmas tree or other holiday display, make sure doors and
passageways are clear inside your home.
Strangers at Your Door
- Be
aware that criminals sometimes pose as couriers delivering gifts.
- It
is not uncommon for criminals to take advantage of the generosity of
people during the holiday season by soliciting donations door-to-door for
charitable causes although no charity is involved.
- Ask
for their identification, and find out how the donated funds will be used.
If you are not satisfied, do not donate.
- Donate
to a recognized charitable organization.
Arrests:
No Incidents to Report.
Serious Incidents:
8:50pm 500
Blk Miramar Attempted Burglary
A homeowner heard someone trying to break into his locked
rear door. The homeowner went to the back door and yelled out but did not see
the burglar who was unable to gain entrance to the home. The burglar escaped in
an unknown direction. Ingleside Officers Williams and Diedrick gathered
evidence at the scene. Report number: 141063907
10:16pm Brunswick/Pope
Stolen vehicle
Ingleside Officers Seavey, Padilla, and Barajas were on
routine patrol when they spotted a familiar suspect, walking on south on Morse
who had been arrested by the trio for car theft and other crimes several times
before. The officers observed the man as he walked around the neighborhood
peeking into cars and carefully observing people and vehicles walking and
driving by. The officers lost sight of the suspect until a short time later
when they spotted him driving a stolen BMW on Brunswick near the intersection
of Pope. The officers quickly started chasing the stolen vehicle, but unfortunately
lost direct contact as it maneuvered through heavy traffic in the area. However,
the suspect was arrested two days later (see 12/20 report) Report number:
141061785
Vehicle and Other Incidents:
1:16am Geneva/San Jose Hit and Run
2:31am Unit Blk Mullen Traffic Collision10:30am 1300 Blk Alemany Burglary
12:40pm 1600 Blk Church Theft from Property
4:28pm 200 Blk Onondaga Fraud
5:00pm 1000 Blk Brussels Stolen Vehicle
5:45pm Mission/Foote Hit and Run
6:00pm 400 Blk Capistrano Theft from Vehicle
6:00pm Unit Blk Alpha Burglary
9:00pm 800 Blk Faxon Stolen Vehicle
11:45pm 3400 Blk Mission Vandalism to Property
Burglaries with suspect description:
No Incidents to Report.
