Armed Robbery in the Parking Lot located at 11262 Los Alamitos Boulevard
On Tuesday, December 16, 2008, at approximately 9:45 A.M., an armed robbery occurred in the Bank of America parking lot, 11262 Los Alamitos Boulevard. Two (2) female victims were transporting an unknown amount of cash to be deposited at the bank. Both victims are employees of a fast food restaurant in a neighboring city.
Two Male African-American suspects approached the victims in the parking lot as they parked their car. As the victim driver attempted to exit the vehicle, Suspect #1 displayed a semi-automatic handgun in his waistband, forced her back into the vehicle, and took the bank deposit bag containing the cash from her person. The second suspect physically brandished a semi-automatic handgun at the passenger, who had already exited the car.
Both suspects fled to the nearby Wendy’s restaurant parking lot, located in the same shopping center, where a third, unidentified, female suspect waited in a small, red 4-door sedan, similar to a Dodge Neon or Ford Contour. The suspect vehicle fled the area northbound Los Alamitos Boulevard. Neither victim was injured during the incident.
Responding officers from the Los Alamitos Police and Seal Beach Police Departments arrived at the scene in less than one minute after receiving the 9-1-1 emergency call. The suspects and their vehicle were not found.
Suspect 1: Male, African-American, 20’s, medium build, short black hair, brown eyes, a fair/smooth complexion, wearing a black “hoodie” sweatshirt, white undershirt, dark blue jeans, black gloves, black semi-automatic handgun
Suspect 2: Male, African-American, early 20’s, medium build, brown eyes, light mustache, wearing a black jacket, black “beanie”, black pants, black gloves, black semi-automatic handgun
Suspect 3: (Driver) Possibly a female, no further information.
The circumstances in this case are under investigation. Anyone with information regarding this crime is asked to contact the Los Alamitos Police Department.
Captain Bruce McAlpine (562) 431-2255 ext. 420
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Monday, October 20, 2008
Red Ribbon Week 2008
The Los Alamitos Police Department along with millions of citizens across the United States will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week from October 21 to 27, 2008. This is your opportunity to join us in declaring we are Drug Free and Proud.
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
Electricity/Power Alert
SCE Urges Conservation as High Temperatures Prompt State Agency to Call ‘Flex Alert’
With triple digit temperatures forecast through many parts of Southern California during the next few days, Southern California Edison urges customers to conserve power. A "Flex Alert" has been declared by the California Independent System Operator for Tuesday through Thursday.
Californians should reduce their energy use during the late afternoon when air conditioners drive consumption to the highest point of the day.
Conservation Tips:
• Set thermostats no lower than 78 degrees
• Use electric fans instead of air conditioners when practical
• Turn off unused appliances
• Shut off lights when leaving a room
• Close your drapes and blinds to keep direct sunlight during hot
periods
• Operate swimming pool equipment and energy-intensive appliances
during the early morning and evening hours
• When possible, businesses should shift power-intensive work
processors to morning or evening hours
For more information: http://www.sce.com
With triple digit temperatures forecast through many parts of Southern California during the next few days, Southern California Edison urges customers to conserve power. A "Flex Alert" has been declared by the California Independent System Operator for Tuesday through Thursday.
Californians should reduce their energy use during the late afternoon when air conditioners drive consumption to the highest point of the day.
Conservation Tips:
• Set thermostats no lower than 78 degrees
• Use electric fans instead of air conditioners when practical
• Turn off unused appliances
• Shut off lights when leaving a room
• Close your drapes and blinds to keep direct sunlight during hot
periods
• Operate swimming pool equipment and energy-intensive appliances
during the early morning and evening hours
• When possible, businesses should shift power-intensive work
processors to morning or evening hours
For more information: http://www.sce.com
Catalytic Converter Thefts
As precious metals prices soar, catalytic converters are now valuable targets for thieves who are targeting an obscure component of automotive exhaust systems in thefts that can be accomplished in less than a minute. The component is the catalytic converter, which has been a mandatory part of exhaust systems since 1975. Police across the country say they have seen a dramatic rise in thefts of the components in recent months.
Catalytic converters have only small traces of the metals - platinum, palladium and rhodium - but there's enough in them for a thief to resell stolen units for up to $200 a piece. Rhodium is among the most expensive metals on Earth, commanding as much as $6,000 an ounce on the open market.
Easy to find means easy to steal. The converters are inviting targets because they're easy to grab. Mounted on the exterior undercarriage of vehicles, they can be removed in about a minute or less, with any standard metal cutting tool. An enterprising thief in a crowded parking lot or garage can make off with enough converters to clear $2,000 or $3,000 in half an hour.
The Toyota 4-Runner is the most common target of thieves, according to Los Angeles Police Department’s Burglary Unit, which issued a public warning about what it called a "new disturbing trend." The 4-Runner sits high off the ground, and its converter is attached with four bolts that are easily sawed or cut off, making it simple for thieves to duck underneath the vehicle, steal the converter. The Kia Sportage, with a similar profile, is also popular. They're the easiest to get under and the easiest to remove. But any vehicle made after 1975 is a potential target. This is certainly something that could happen in your driveway.
Since January of this year, the Los Alamitos Police Department has had 24 reported thefts of catalytic converters and the majority of these have been Toyotas. Every neighborhood in the City has been victimized, but locations where vehicles are routinely parked on the street are the most vulnerable.
Catalytic converters have only small traces of the metals - platinum, palladium and rhodium - but there's enough in them for a thief to resell stolen units for up to $200 a piece. Rhodium is among the most expensive metals on Earth, commanding as much as $6,000 an ounce on the open market.
Easy to find means easy to steal. The converters are inviting targets because they're easy to grab. Mounted on the exterior undercarriage of vehicles, they can be removed in about a minute or less, with any standard metal cutting tool. An enterprising thief in a crowded parking lot or garage can make off with enough converters to clear $2,000 or $3,000 in half an hour.
The Toyota 4-Runner is the most common target of thieves, according to Los Angeles Police Department’s Burglary Unit, which issued a public warning about what it called a "new disturbing trend." The 4-Runner sits high off the ground, and its converter is attached with four bolts that are easily sawed or cut off, making it simple for thieves to duck underneath the vehicle, steal the converter. The Kia Sportage, with a similar profile, is also popular. They're the easiest to get under and the easiest to remove. But any vehicle made after 1975 is a potential target. This is certainly something that could happen in your driveway.
Since January of this year, the Los Alamitos Police Department has had 24 reported thefts of catalytic converters and the majority of these have been Toyotas. Every neighborhood in the City has been victimized, but locations where vehicles are routinely parked on the street are the most vulnerable.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Police Chief takes Oath of Allegiance
On June 19, 2008, Todd Mattern swore his oath of allegiance as he began his tenure as the 8th Police Chief of the City of Los Alamitos. Chief Mattern was surrounded by nearly 200 family, friends, City officials, fellow law enforcement professionals, members of the community, and the proud members of his Police Department.
After serving as Interim Chief since the retirement of the prior Chief in March 2007, the former Police Captain will take the highest rank in the Department in which he has served for almost 22 years. Chief Mattern becomes the first Police Chief in Los Alamitos to be promoted from within the ranks of the Department.
Having spent his entire life in West Orange County, Chief Mattern relates well to the community's values. He grew up in Cypress where he served as a Police Explorer and Reserve Officer. He currently resides only a few miles from the Los Alamitos Police Department and is frequently seen at community events. He has been married for 22 years and has two grown children.
Chief Mattern values integrity and professionalism. Although he holds his staff to a high standard, he is mild mannered and known for being fair. Mattern exudes pride when he speaks of the members of the Los Alamitos Police Department. He believes in them and is proud of their commitment to the community and the law enforcement profession.
In addition to earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University Long Beach, Mattern is a graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy. Prior to promoting, he was an adjunct faculty member at the Criminal Justice Training Center at Golden West College. As a Training Advisor, he enjoyed mentoring new recruits and helping to shape their careers.
After serving as Interim Chief since the retirement of the prior Chief in March 2007, the former Police Captain will take the highest rank in the Department in which he has served for almost 22 years. Chief Mattern becomes the first Police Chief in Los Alamitos to be promoted from within the ranks of the Department.
Having spent his entire life in West Orange County, Chief Mattern relates well to the community's values. He grew up in Cypress where he served as a Police Explorer and Reserve Officer. He currently resides only a few miles from the Los Alamitos Police Department and is frequently seen at community events. He has been married for 22 years and has two grown children.
Chief Mattern values integrity and professionalism. Although he holds his staff to a high standard, he is mild mannered and known for being fair. Mattern exudes pride when he speaks of the members of the Los Alamitos Police Department. He believes in them and is proud of their commitment to the community and the law enforcement profession.
In addition to earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from California State University Long Beach, Mattern is a graduate of the prestigious FBI National Academy. Prior to promoting, he was an adjunct faculty member at the Criminal Justice Training Center at Golden West College. As a Training Advisor, he enjoyed mentoring new recruits and helping to shape their careers.
Monday, March 17, 2008
CERT Class Begins April 3 - Sign Up Now!
ARE YOU PREPARED FOR A DISASTER?
West County CERT offers its 5th presentation and welcomes the City of Westminster to the team!
West County CERT, which includes the cities of Buena Park, Cypress, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Westminster and the Orange County Fire Authority, will be hosting its fifth CERT class in the City of Cypress beginning Thursday April 3rd, 2008 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
CERT, which stands for Community Emergency Response Team, is an eight week 24 hour course that will meet consecutively on Thursday nights through May 22nd, 2008. Students will learn skills in basic first aid, fire suppression, light search and rescue, and disaster psychology, all of which will be critical during a significant event such as an earthquake, fire, or tsunami.
All members of the public who are above the age of 15 are encouraged to attend. Class size is limited to 60 students, and it is anticipated that reserved seating will reach capacity quickly!
For more information about the class or to reserve your seat, please contact the Los Alamitos Police Department Emergency Services Coordinator Sergeant Bruce McAlpine at (562) 431 - 2255 ext. 445 or visit http://www.westcountycert.com/ for details.
West County CERT offers its 5th presentation and welcomes the City of Westminster to the team!
West County CERT, which includes the cities of Buena Park, Cypress, La Palma, Los Alamitos, Seal Beach, Westminster and the Orange County Fire Authority, will be hosting its fifth CERT class in the City of Cypress beginning Thursday April 3rd, 2008 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.
CERT, which stands for Community Emergency Response Team, is an eight week 24 hour course that will meet consecutively on Thursday nights through May 22nd, 2008. Students will learn skills in basic first aid, fire suppression, light search and rescue, and disaster psychology, all of which will be critical during a significant event such as an earthquake, fire, or tsunami.
All members of the public who are above the age of 15 are encouraged to attend. Class size is limited to 60 students, and it is anticipated that reserved seating will reach capacity quickly!
For more information about the class or to reserve your seat, please contact the Los Alamitos Police Department Emergency Services Coordinator Sergeant Bruce McAlpine at (562) 431 - 2255 ext. 445 or visit http://www.westcountycert.com/ for details.
CERT Poster
CERT Registration Form
Monday, January 14, 2008
Litter Prevention
Local Cub Scout Pack 667, Den 5, want to remind everyone of the following:
Please keep our community beautiful, clean and safe for people, pets and nature -
Be kind, pick up what you find and don't litter
Please keep our community beautiful, clean and safe for people, pets and nature -
Be kind, pick up what you find and don't litter
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