Incident Date:
Saturday, December 20th, 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.
10:11pm 700
Blk Naples Recovered Auto
Ingleside Officers Barajas and Padilla were sent to
investigate a report of squatters inside an abandoned home. While searching
through the home they discovered a car thief who evaded capture three days
before (see 12/17). The man was placed into custody and the stolen BMW he was
driving was found near the home and returned to its owner. Report number:
141061785
Serious Incidents:
12:25am 100 Blk Appleton Robbery
A man riding home from work was robbed of his wallet and cell phone by two suspects who brandished an ice pick and demanded his money. The victim surrendered his wallet and cell phone but managed to hang on to his bike after a brief struggle. He said he was unsure if he could recognize the suspects. Officers searched the area to no avail. Report number: 141068048
12:01am Admiral/Camellia Hit and Run
12:22am Bayshore/Sunnydale Recovered Vehicle1:30pm 400 Blk Vienna Stolen Vehicle
4:23am 4100 Blk Mission Recovered Vehicle
8:05am 5400 Blk Mission Vandalism to Property
10:00am 500 Blk Molimo Burglary
11:00am Unit Blk Del Vale Burglary
12:00pm 800 Blk Velasco Theft from Vehicle
2:08pm 600 Blk San Jose Intoxicated in Public Place
3:19pm 3300 Blk Mission Theft from Building
4:52pm 100 Blk Fairmount Recovered License Plate
5:00pm Russia/Edinburgh Stolen Vehicle
5:45pm 900 Blk Madrid Recovered Vehicle
6:18pm Mission/Allison Traffic Collision
6:20pm 200 Blk Teresita Burglary
8:00pm Staples/Phelan Hit and Run
8:03pm 3300 Blk Mission Recovered Vehicle
11:00pm Unit Blk Turquoise Attempted Burglary
Burglaries with suspect description:
No Incidents to Report.
