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 12/05/11  2:53PM  Auto Theft      2000 Block 231st St (Cabrillo)       Stolen 02 Kia Optima  12/06/11 4:30PM   Vandalism      1900 Block 233rd St (Walnut)   Vehicle Window Smashed, No Entry  12/7/11 6PM - 12/8/11 6:30AM    2200 Block 235th St (Arlington)  Suspect removes screen and window glass for entry, takes food out of refrigerator and leaves it on the floor.

11/27/11  1PM  Residential Theft  23900 Block Huber Avenue     Suspects, while in victim's house with permission take television without permission. 11/30/11 11AM Battery-Weapon/Agg  23700 Block Western Avenue  Suspect used a metal bar to strike the victim in the head. 12/1 7PM - 12/2 5AM  Auto Theft  23000 Block Walnut Street  Suspect removes vehicle catalytic converter.

 Vandalism occurred at the new Hull Middle School over the break for Thanksgiving.  Eight windows were broken on the south and west sides of the gym.   Graffitti on the gym door on the north side of the building.  Graffitti on the marquee sign and on the cement bases of the light fixtures.  If you have any information, please contact the Torrance Police Department and the  Principal at Hull Middle School.  John Bailey, President  SETHA

 11 18 2011 12:35PM  Residential Burglary   2000 Block 235th Place (Cabrillo) Suspect forced open garage door and interior door to residence.  Ransacks and takes property including PS and Wii consoles, games and accessories, speaker, cash. 11 17 2011 8AM - Noon  Residential Burglary  2500 Block 232nd St (Crenshaw)  Suspect forced sliding glass dor for entry.  Ransacks and takes property, jewelry, cash and handguns.

 10 25 2011 Noon to 10 27 2011 10AM  Residential Burglary  24200 Block Falena Avenue  Suspect(s) entered residence tented for fumigation by cutting tent.  Resident ransacked and  property taken/unknown loss at time of report.  10 29 2011 9-10AM  Auto Burglary  2000 Block 231st St (Cabrillo)  Suspect smashed vehicle window and took property/purse.                                                                                                                        Fumingation Burglary Bulletin, Torrance PD, September, 2011 DETAILS: Jurisdictions just north of Torrance are reporting large numbers of residential burglaries since July 01, 2011 wherein suspects are targeting single family residences and apartment buildings tented for fumigation; Gardena has had at least nine while Inglewood has had at least 12. Torrance has had four in that time and six in all of 2011 (mapped at right – note all are in the northern half of the city); by comparison, in Torrance between 2007 and 2010

 10 12 11 Wed 1:30-4PM  Residential Burglary 23600 Block Cabrillo Ave  Suspect(s) cut screen, entered window, ransacks and takes TV and additional property. 10 13 11 Thu 9PM Simple Battery   23000 Huber Ave   Suspects push and strike each other. 10 13 11 7:30PM - 10 14 11 2PM  23300 Block Arlington Ave  Suspect takes locked property from parking garage/bicycle

 10 5 11 Wed 10AM   Auto Theft  23700 Block Western Ave   2006 Toyota Prius Stolen  10 5 11 8AM-5PM     Residential Burglary  24500 Block Falena Avenue  Suspect entered through unlocked door and took property/jewelry.

 9/30/2011 Friday 7:30AM - 6PM  1900 Block 235th St near Walnut   Suspect removed screen, entered through open window.  Ransacked  house and took property, jewelry, cash,  and camera in a pillow case.

On Friday, September 30, 2011, at 10:30AM a blue sedan with a male black driver, short cropped hair was observed parked on the north side of 234th Street near Walnut.  The suspect entered a side yard of a residence but left rather quickly.  He may have been confronted by one of the dogs in the yard. Shortly thereafter, a blue sedan with a male meeting the same description was observed on the north side of the 1900 block of 235th Street near Walnut.  A residential burglary occurred in one of the homes yesterday on that block. This information is from residents in the area.  If you were in the area yesterday morning and saw a vehicle or suspect matching the above description, please call the Torrance Police Department. John Bailey, President SETHA

 9/18/11     Vandalism     2200 Block 229th St (Arlington)  Marble used to break window in home. 9/18/11      Vandalism     2100 Block Middlebrook Ave(Arlington &Cabrillo)                                         Marble used to break windows in two homes. 9/24-9/25/11 Vandalism 2200 Block 235th St (Arlington)  Vehicle door dented.

There were 24 reports of vandalism in the City of Torrance resulting in broken windows in residences, vehicles and businesses during the reporting period. 10 acts of vandalism occurred in Southeast Torrance. 9 15 11 – 9 16 11 Vandalism 2200 Block 230th Place (Arlington) Suspect used an unknown object to break the window of the vehicle. 9 15 11 8:40PM Vandalism 2400 Block 235th St (Pennsylvania) Suspect used a marble to break the window of the residence. 9 15 11 8:30-8:40PM Vandalism 2000 Block Middlebrook Road (Cabrillo) Suspect used a marble to break the window of the residence. 9 15 11 8:25-8:30PM Vandalism 1900 Block 233rd St (Walnut) Suspect used a marble to break the window of a vehicle. 9 15 11 6:30-9:30PM Vandalism 1900 Block 233rd St (Walnut) Suspect used a marble to break the window of a vehicle. 9 15 11 6-7PM Vandalism 2300 Block 230th Place (Arlington) Suspect used a marble to break the window of a residence. 9 16 11 8:30-10PM Auto Burglary 2400 Block S

 9/6/2011 Late Night to Early AM 9/7/0211 23800 Block Arlington Avenue Two Incidents Bicycles and Property Stolen 9/6/2011 to 9/7/2011                 2000 Block 237th St            Suspect breaks off a key in mailbox lock.                                         Special Alert – Increase In Auto Burglary Incidents There were 18 reported incidents of auto burglary in the Hollywood Riveria area on Friday night, September 10th and early Saturday morning, September 11th. Property stolen included iTouch, GPS/stereo system, third row seat, backpack, cash, fishing rod, helmets, gloves, bats, sunglasses, iPad, cell phone, purse, tennis racquets, purse, checkbook and other items. All auto burglaries have one thing in common: something to steal ............ something valuable left in the car. Many are “crimes of opportunity” and could have been avoided had simple preventative steps been taken. Don’t leave valuables in your car and particularly in plain sight. One reason SU

Information for September 11, 2011 - Fire Dept. Helicopters In memory of September 11 events and recognition of this Sunday as Patriot Day, helicopters from the Los Angeles Fire Department will be seen frequently flying in formation near memorial events across the greater Los Angeles area. The planned presence of these public safety aircraft above public ceremonies should be no cause for alarm.

Friday 9/2/11 12:30PM - 6:30PM  Residential Burglary 1900 Block 236th St (Walnut St) Suspect(s) removed screen and entered open window.  Money, laptop, speakers, jewelry, suitcase, iTouch, camera and cosmetics stolen. Monday 8/29/11 7PM - Tuesday 8/30/11 7AM  Vandalism  23400 Block Western Ave Suspect(s) used BB gun to shoot windows at location. Tuesday 8/30/11 Vandalism   2440 Block Crenshaw Blvd  Suspect(s) uses BB gun to shoot windows.

8/21/2011  2-6PM  Residential Burglary 239th and Pennsylvania  Suspect(s) entered through unsecured window, ransacks and removes property/cash. 8/21/2011  12-12:30PM  Simple Battery  233rd & Walnut    Suspect kicks victim after argument. 8/27/2011  1AM  Vandalism  23900 Block Crenshaw Blvd   Suspect tags exterior trash bin & restroom. 8/27/2011 5-8PM Vandalism 233rd & Arlington                    Suspect punctures vehicle tires.

 8 15 2011    Noon to 1PM     Theft   23100 Block Dana Ave (near Hull)  Suspect(s) enters location by unknown means and takes property/laptop. 8 17 2011     11PM                 Theft  23900 Block Crenshaw Blvd  Suspect(s) removes property from unsecure purses - cell phone and cash.

 7/31/2011  11:21AM         Battery         2400 Block 237th Pl (Pennsylvania Avenue)                                                                  Suspect attempted to strike victim with a screwdriver. 8/3/2011       8:14AM         Auto Theft   2000 Block 235th Place  (Cabrillo Avenue)                                                                  2001 Toyota 4Runner stolen Out of SETHA area but of interest.  On Friday, August 5th, there were three auto burglary incidents in the 300 Block of Del Amo Fashion Center between 10AM and 6PM.  Suspect(s) punched door lock for entry. 

Who: U.S. Postal Service U.S. Merchant Marine Veterans of World War II What: Unveiling and First Day of Sale ceremony for the Merchant Marine commemorative forever stamps When: 10:00 a.m. PT Thursday, July 28, 2011 Where: On board the S.S. Lane Victory Berth 94 San Pedro CA Directions: From the 110 Fwy, take Hwy 47 towards the Vincent Thomas Bridge. Before the bridge, take the Harbor Blvd exit. Stay in the center lane and cross Harbor onto Swinford St. Cross Front St and enter toll gate. Turn right at second stop sign, and then quick left into parking lot.  Print this media advisory for two hour free parking and give to parking lot attendant. Background: Since colonial times, America’s merchant ships have plied the oceans conveying goods and passengers. During wartime, they have also helped deliver troops and war materials. The United States has looked to the commercial maritime industry over the years for much of its growth and security.

 The Port of Los Angeles is celebrating Los Angeles Navy Week from Monday, July 25th through Sunday, July 31st. The USS Abraham Lincoln, an aircraft carrier, the USS Princeton, a cruiser, the USS Chafee, a destroyer and the USS Champion, a mine countermeasures ship will be open for free public tours. See www.portoflosangeles.org or www.navyweek.org/losangeles2011/index.html for details.

 Community Safety Training Workshop DATE: Wednesday August 24th LOCATION: Torrance Police Department TIME: 6:00 PM to 7:30PM TOPIC: Burglary Prevention Learn how you can keep your home, vehicle and family safe from opportunistic criminals. This session will be presented by expert Torrance Police Department Detectives. To sign up for this class go to: https://www.torranceca.gov/Survey/TakeSurvey.asp?SurveyID=6JM9643H3p4KG. Class  will be limited to 50 participants. Address/Location Torrance Police Department 3300 Civic Center Dr Torrance, CA 90503

 July 8th 7PM to July 9th 9AM     Theft     2400 Block 239th St (btwn Pennsylvania & Crenshaw)                                                                      Suspect takes property from parking area/bicycle, scooter. July 3rd, 1PM                                Theft      23900 Block Huber Avenue                                                                       Suspect flees residence with victim's purse. Cash stolen. July 4th PM to July 5th 8AM        Auto Theft  2300 Block 235th St (btwn Penn and Arlington)                                                                        Stolen 80 Chevrolet Van

7 1 2011 10PM to 7 2 2011 11AM  Stolen Auto    1800 Block 235th St (btwn Western & Walnut) 09 Kia 7 2 2011   7PM                                 Vandalism      2400 Block Sepulveda (Pennsylvania Ave)                                                            Suspect used bicycle handlebars to scratch and dent vehicle.

  WESTBOUND Torrance Blvd ., between Western Avenue and Sartori Avenue, will be CLOSED on Saturday, July 9th , beginning at 7:00 AM and reopening to traffic at 7:00 PM . This closure is necessary in order to perform the slurry seal operations adjacent to the bridge due to the restricted roadway width in this area. Traffic Impacts from 7AM through 7PM Saturday, July 9th: Westbound Torrance Blvd, will be CLOSED between Sartori Avenue and Western Avenue Cabrillo Avenue and Van Ness Avenue will be down to one lane in both directions at the intersection with Torrance Blvd. Right turns will be prohibited for southbound traffic on Van Ness Avenue to Torrance Blvd. Left turns will be prohibited for northbound traffic on Cabrillo Avenue to Torrance Blvd. Detours will be set up to redirect westbound through traffic off of Torrance Blvd. onto Carson Street via Western Avenue. Delays are expected. Changeable message signs are in place to alert motorists of the upcomi

 Tuesday, June 21, 2011 5-11PM Residential Burglary 1800 Block of Middlebrook (btwn Walnut & Cabrillo) Suspect(s) used a ladder to access 2nd story balcony, entered unlocked sliding glass door, ransacked and took property including jewelry, handbags, and cash. Friday, June 24, 2011 8AM Simple Battery Crenshaw Blvd and Sepulveda Blvd Suspect attempted to kick police officers, threatened to punch them and spit on them while being placed under arrest. Sat-Sun, June 25th, 3PM to June 26th, 10AM Vandalism 2300 Block 235th St (btwn Arlington & Pennsylvania) Suspect(s) threw water ballons breaking windows This is a synopsis from the Torrance Police Department(TPD) Gang Enforcement Team (GET) about the program to track the released inmates from the State of California prisons {The Parole Compliance & Assistance Program (PCAP) was created in anticipation of California 's release of thousands of state inmates. Th

 June 5, 2011  8-10PM  Theft            3300 Lomita Blvd  Suspect(s) takes hospitalized victim's property from under her bed.  ID, cell phone, cash.                                                                                      June 5, 2011   9PM        Vandalism   23200 Block Pennsylvania Ave   Vehicle window smashed. No entry, no loss of property. June 10, 2011 7AM        Vandalism   235th and Crenshaw Blvd.  Vehicle window smashed.  No entry, no loss of property.

A Hazardous Waste Roundup will be held on Saturday, June 18th in Torrance from 9AM to 3PM at the American Honday facility.  See map for exact location. Sponsored jointly by the Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts and the Department of Public Works. The Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection Program gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of in the regular trash. THINGS YOU CAN BRING... Motor Oil, Antifreeze, Paint, Paint Thinner. Turpentine, Cleaners with Acids or Lye. Pool Chemicals Pesticides and Herbicides. Household and Car Batteries. Old Computers and Television Sets. Printers, VCR’s, Cell Phones, Fax Machines, Stereos. Electronic Games and Toys Microwave Ovens Light Bulbs Sharps or Used Needles. Expired Pharmaceuticals and Mercury Thermometers. THINGS WE DON'T WANT YOU TO BRING... Explosives, Ammunition or Radioactive materials. Waste from Businesses will NOT be accepted

The 4th Annual Southeast Torrance Neighborhood Garage Sale will be held on Saturday, June 25, 2011 from 8AM to Noon.  This event will be advertised in the Penny Saver, the Daily Breeze and Craig's List. Joi Kimoto, Realtor, with Cornerstone Realty and SE Torrance resident has planned, organized and worked successfully to make it a very popular sale. Joi will be publishing a map listing the SE Torrance residents who have signed up for the event.  You must register by June 18th to be included on the maps.  Residents are responsible for posting their own garage sale signs. To register, contact Joi Kimoto at joikimoto@att.net or call 310.308.0685. John Bailey, President SETHA

The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk is now accepting electronic Vote By Mail applications at www.lavote.net . On June 13th, The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk will begin delivery of Vote By Mail Ballot packages for the July 12, 2011 36th Congressional District Special Election. Apply now.  The last day to submit an application for a Vote By Mail Ballot is July 5, 2011.  Please call 800.815.2666 (option 4) for 562.462.1323 for further assistance. John Bailey, President SETHA

Alert Message has been issued by the Torrance Police Department. Saturday May 28, 2011 3:47 PM PDT Hawthorne Blvd. at Newton Street closure - Update In order to make repairs to the damaged and downed power poles and power lines on Hawthorne Blvd. in the area of Newton Street that resulted from the traffic collision; Southern California Edison is advising Hawthorne Blvd. will be closed in both directions between Rolling Hills Road and 244th Street for approximately the next 24 hours. Please avoid the area. For full details, go to https://local.nixle.com/alert/4695631/?sub_id=84369 . John Bailey, President SETHA

City of Torrance Police Department Weekly Crime Log 5/15/2011-5/21/2011 for SE Torrance Auto Burglary  2400 Block Sepulveda (between Penn and Crenshaw)                           Suspect smashed window and took property, laptop, etc. Auto Burglary  2200 Block 239th St (between Arlington and Penn)                          Suspect smashed window and took unknown property. Theft                 2200 Block 229th St (between Arlington and Penn)                           Suspect took property off victim's front porch. Auto Burglary   2200 Block 232nd St (between Arlington and Penn)                           Suspect opened unlocked vehicle.  Ransacked, head rests, jackets, glasses                           and other property taken along with registration. Auto Burglary  2200 Block 229th Place (between Arlington and Penn)                           Suspect opened unlocked vehicle and took property, briefcase, camera, IPod, keys. Theft                 23800 Block Pennsylvania Ave

On Saturday, May 21st at 1:30 PM , the City of Torrance will continue the tradition of hosting the Armed Forces Day Parade , as it has done for the past 52 years ! Torrance has proudly honored the men and women in the United States Military with the annual Armed Forces Day Parade and celebration -- our parade has the distinction of being the longest-running military parade in the nation! Each year the parade honors a specific branch of the Armed Forces -- this year we'll pay tribute to the United States Army . Grand Marshal, General Robert W. Cone, will lead over 50 entries, which will include the military personnel, equipment, veterans, and local bands. The parade will start at Crenshaw Blvd., head westbound on Torrance Blvd. and end at Madrona Ave. Just so you know, all streets intersecting the parade route will be closed to through traffic for most of the day. During weekend of May 20th - 22nd, the following events will occur in the City: FRIDAY,

 Torrance Boulevard Lane Closure at Van Ness Avenue (May 16 - May 20, 2011)  Monday, May 16, 2011 at 7:00 a.m. until Friday, May 20, 2011 at 4:00 p.m., the left turn lane from eastbound Torrance Boulevard to northbound Van Ness Avenue will be closed to allow for the removal of the center median located on the west side of the intersection.  Motorists who normally utilize this left turn lane will be diverted to Western Avenue with a message board sign located on Torrance Boulevard at Madrid Avenue. Calls may be directed to Public Works at (310) 781-6900 if further information is needed.

May 11, 2011 12:30PM A water main break on Sepulveda Blvd between Hickory Avenue and Eriel Avenue has caused flooding.  All lanes of Sepulveda Blvd are closed.

The Torrance City Council will meet on Tuesday, April 19th, in closed session for the following purpose: REAL PROPERTY-CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Property: SurLaBrea Park, 23610 Cabrillo Avenue Agency Negotiator: LeRoy J. Jackson, City Manager Negotiating Parties: City of Torrance and Maryann Harwood, Reliant Land Services Inc. for T-Mobile Under Negotiations: Terms and conditions of lease SETHA has not been notified by the City of Torrance that a cell phone tower is being proposed by T-Mobile for Sur La Brea Park. We will be watching this very closely because the City of Torrance previously approved a T-Mobile cell phone tower in West Torrance which was adjacent to residential homes. After public outcry, T-Mobile moved the location under the power lines running parallel to 190th Street.

 What:  The Fantastic Diamond Band - A Neil Diamond Tribute Band When:  Sunday, April 17, 2011, 3PM Where:  Lomita Park Softball Diamond Outfield, 24428 Eshelman Avenue, Lomita, CA              Call 310.326.0140 for more information.  Don't forget your folding chairs, sunglasses,              and hats.  No alcohol allowed.  Fantastic Diamond is an incredible live tribute show that takes the audience through a musical journey of Neil Diamond's greatest hits that span the last forty years.  Kevin Hogan and five incredible musicians have the unique ability to perform and sound just like Neil Diamond.  They are scheduled to appear again this summer at the Polliwog Park concerts in Manhattan Beach.  You have the opportunity to hear them first at Lomita Park.  "Song Sung Blue", "Longfellow Serenade", "I'm A Believer" and "September Morn" are just a few of the songs on the Fantastic Diamond Song List.  John Bailey, President Sout

 Subject: Vote By Mail Applications for the May 17th 36th Congressional District Election The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder is now accepting online Vote By Mail Applications. The website is www.lavote.net/ You can also call 800.815.2666 (option 4). The Vote By Mail Ballot packages will be delivered starting on April 23rd. The last day to submit a Vote By Mail application is May 10, 2011.