The new Weekly Crime Summary is available for November 15 to November 21, 2015.
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
Thursday, November 26, 2015
Happy Thanksgiving
The Los Alamitos Police Department wishes you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. With the long weekend and the Holiday Season becoming busier, we invite you to check in periodically with our website, Department News page, our Facebook or Twitter page for tips on safety. Most importantly, we remind you that if you “See Something, Say Something.” Report suspicious people and circumstances in the City of Los Alamitos to the West-Comm dispatch center at (562) 594-7232, or if there is an Emergency, call 9-1-1.
Friday, November 20, 2015
A Message from Griffin News and our SRO
School Resource Officer Nelson made the Griffin News this week (:13). Together they brought a friendly reminder, and a few laughs, to the students and staff at Los Al High.
#GriffinNews #LosAlPD
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Weekly Crime Summary
The new Weekly Crime Summary is available for November 8 to November 14, 2015.
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
Thursday, November 12, 2015
Weekly Crime Summary
The new Weekly Crime Summary is available for November 1 to November 7, 2015.
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
Preparing for El Niño Rain
According to The Weather Channel, this year's El Niño, which is forecast to become one of the strongest on record, is expected to influence weather and climate patterns this winter. Are you personally prepared? The City of Los Alamitos has prepared a quick reference guide for your use.
Preparing for El Niño Rain Guide
Preparing for El Niño Rain Guide
Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Prevent Tailgate Thefts
thefts are on the rise.
The top three states for tailgate thefts during this period
were: Texas, California, and Arizona.
The underground market is lively for items that can be
acquired at a fraction of their legitimate cost. Tailgates are no exception.
While many of these stolen tailgates end up on similar vehicles, others are
simply sold for scrap, which contributes to the nationwide problem of metal
theft.
Tailgate thefts can occur anywhere; single family
residential areas, multifamily residential areas, and sometimes thefts have
occurred in single locations, such as auto dealers’ lots and shopping malls.
Since a tailgate theft takes just seconds to accomplish,
consumers should consider anti-theft tactics:
- First, if your model has an integrated lock, use it. If a tailgate can’t be opened, it can’t be stolen as easily. If you don’t have one, get one; they are relatively inexpensive.
- Park with the tailgate as close as you can to an object or a structure to prevent the tailgate from opening.
- Etch the truck’s vehicle identification number (VIN) or your own personal identification number into the tailgate; this will aid in its recovery and may prevent its theft in the first place.
- Evaluate an after-market locking device.
- A common anti-theft product looks like hose clamps and are attached to the lift gate cables or where the tailgate hinges to the truck body
Holiday Hours - Veteran's Day Observance 2015
The Police Department Business Lobby will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Please join us in honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
For Police assistance, please call our 24-Hour Service telephone at (562) 594-7232, or 9-1-1 for Emergencies.
History of Veteran's Day
Holiday Hours - Veteran's Day
Please join us in honoring the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
For Police assistance, please call our 24-Hour Service telephone at (562) 594-7232, or 9-1-1 for Emergencies.
History of Veteran's Day
Holiday Hours - Veteran's Day
Heroes with Heart Recognition Gala
by the Trauma Intervention Program (TIP) of Orange County.
The annual Heroes with Heart Dinner is a gala event attended
by over 400 elected officials, public safety officials, hospital executives,
business leaders and volunteers.
The event recognizes law enforcement officers, firefighters
and hospital personnel who went above the call of duty throughout the year to
provide compassionate support to members of the public in crisis. Recipients of
the Heroes with Heart Award are unsung heroes who, at this event, are given the
public recognition they deserve.
Officer Malatesta was nominated by a TIP responder for
showing extraordinary compassion to a crime victim at a call for service.
“On 11/17/14 I was
called by Officer Brent Malatesta of the Los Alamitos Police Department to help
a woman who had asked to speak to Officer Malatesta because he had responded to
her residential burglary a few days earlier. I was very impressed with Officer
Malatesta’s kindness. I could see that his validation of the victim’s crime
experience and his willingness to listen to her made all the difference in her
ability to begin coping with her victimization.”
— TIP Volunteer Renee Lutz
TIP of Orange County is a chapter of the Trauma Intervention
Programs, Inc. (TIP), a national non-profit organization founded in 1985. TIP
has 15 affiliates serving over 250 cities across the nation. In each Affiliate, citizen volunteers respond
to traumatic incidents at the request of Police, Fire and Hospital personnel to
support those who are emotionally traumatized.
Congratulations to Officer Malatesta and all the honorees.
Thursday, November 5, 2015
Weekly Crime Summary
The new Weekly Crime Summary is available for October 25 to October 31, 2015.
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
The most recent Weekly Crime Summaries will be listed on the homepage of our website, http://www.losalamitospolice.org/
Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Pre-School Trick or Treaters Visit the Los Alamitos Police Department
Los Alamitos Recreation Center's pre-school class, Ready, Set, Go! visited the Police Department dressed in their costumes on Friday, October 30, 2015.
Miss Barbara's class of 4- and 5-year olds were welcomed by Records Specialist Scott and Police Aide McDowell, who distributed little Halloween bags of safety tips and treats, and then provided the children with a brief tour of the station. The highlight was meeting Officer Brandt, who allowed the little goblins, princesses, and super heroes to look inside his police vehicle and answered their questions.
The Los Alamitos Police Department is committed to developing partnerships within our community.
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Cub Scouts Tour Los Alamitos Police Department
The Los Alamitos Police Department was pleased to host a station tour for Los Alamitos Cub Scout Pack 657, Den 5, on Thursday, October 29, 2015.
Following a brief tour of the station, which included the Records Bureau, the Watch Commander's Office, and the jail, which is a two room holding facility, the group of 8- and 9-year old scouts were introduced to Corporal Smith, who explained the various tools used by officers. Corporal Smith answered questions about her duty belt, handcuffs, Taser, the Less Lethal Long Gun, and various emergency and first-aid equipment in the trunk. The scouts got to examine the interior of a police vehicle, complete with flashing lights and the loud-speaker system.
The Los Alamitos Police Department supports our local youth.
Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day
November 3rd is Law Enforcement Records and
Support Personnel Day.
This day is to recognize our Police Records and Support staff for their valuable and essential contributions that contribute daily to the Department’s ability to serve the public and accomplish our Department Mission:
This day is to recognize our Police Records and Support staff for their valuable and essential contributions that contribute daily to the Department’s ability to serve the public and accomplish our Department Mission:
The Los Alamitos Police Department is committed to
providing the highest degree of professional police service in partnership with
the community to ensure Los Alamitos is a safe place to live, visit, and
conduct business.
We thank them for their service.
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