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Crash Sends Cars into Art-Wave Doorway.

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By Ross A. Benson

Burbank Police and Firefighters responded to the intersection of Alameda Ave. and Victory Blvd. Friday afternoon following a traffic accident that sent the two cars involved crashing over the curb and onto the sidewalk.

One of the vehicles ended up at the front entrance of Art-Wave the Art Warehouse.  The company, located on the southwest corner of the intersection, has a number of large paintings on display outside the business. Several of the paintings were stuck by the car.

Accident causes cars to come to rest in doorway of Art-Wave Warehouse at Alameda Ave & Victory Blvd Friday afternoon. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Accident causes cars to come to rest in doorway of Art-Wave Warehouse at Alameda Ave & Victory Blvd Friday afternoon. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Paramedics treated both drivers at the scene.  One driver was transported to Providence-St. Joseph Medical Center with what appeared to be minor non-life threatening injuries. No one on the busy street corner were struck.  Normally, the company has a man standing on the corner holding a large sign advertising the business.  A crossing guard is also normally at that corner, but had already gone off duty prior to the accident, which occurred shortly after 4 p.m..

The cause of the accident is under investigation by the Burbank Police Department.

Burroughs High School / Police Kick Off California Teen Safe Driving Week

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By John Savageau
myBurbank.com

On Tuesday morning students from John Burroughs High School, law enforcement officers from the Burbank Police Department and California Highway Patrol (CHP), and the Mercedes Benz Driving Academy joined forces to kickoff California Teen Safe Driving Week and National Distracted Driving Month.  The objective – get the word out and raise awareness on the dangers of distracted driving.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Carloyn Duchene, Director of the Mecedes-Benz Driving Academy advised “90% of vehicle crashes are the result of human error, and crashes are the #1 killer of teens.”  Teen drivers often feel they are invincible, able to multitask while driving by adding texting, mobile phone calls, loud music, and a load of passengers while navigating the roads.

According to Sgt Darin Ryburn, Media Relations Officer with the Burbank Police Department, “just handling a car is difficult enough.  Braking, acceleration, making all the decisions necessary to handle a car are bad enough, but adding other distractions such as texting or a group of friends talking and screaming in the car just add to the problem.”

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

The kickoff event also included demonstrations for both students and adults, hosted by the Mercedes-Benz Driving Academy, on the impact of distracted driving.  Cones were set up along Clark Ave., in front of John Burroughs High School defining a test driving course.  Drivers hopped into one of the cars supplied by Mercedes-Benz, loaded with noisy news crews, loud music, and smartphones, and students took their best shot at driving the course with and without distractions.

Most did a great job navigating the course without distractions, but routinely flattened cones when driving distracted.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Duchene added “teen drivers are 4 times more likely to have a crash in the 1st month of driving” while gaining critical skills.  Additional statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration identify distracted driving accounting for 25% of all reported crashes in the United States, totaling 1.3 million crashes, with a shocking 75% of all teen crashes being attributed to driver error.

Burbank Police Chief Scott LaChasse emphasized “we must reinforce (distracted driving) awareness on a recurring basis.  If you are a teen driver, do not tolerate distractions while driving.”  LaChasse continued “we prefer to engage in driver education, not enforcement.  All of us have investigated too many fatal and injury accidents”

CHP Officer Jose Barrios agreed, adding “distracted driving is a huge problem in the 16-25 age group.  Adults must present a good example to new drivers.  When driving with teens, and children, do not drive while putting on makeup, eating, nothing that would cause a distraction.”  And more importantly providing a bad example for young or future drivers.

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

(Photo by Ross A. Benson)

“For the most part young drivers know they are making a mistake or violating the law” noted Barrios.  “New drivers must know they could be presenting a danger to themselves, their passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians.”

Several speeches by dignitaries including Commissioner Joseph Farrow of the CHP, Dr. Kelley Browning from Impact Teen Drivers, Burbank Mayor Dave Golonski, Superintendent Jan Britz from the Burbank Unified School District, and an emotional testimonial from Ms. Bonnye Spray, mother of a teen driver killed while driving distracted.  All strongly emphasized the importance of developing a culture of safe driving.

Burbank Councilman Jesse Talamantes concluded ”the community has a responsibility to build a culture of responsibility,” and events like the Burroughs High School demonstration is a good step in that direction.

 

Burbank Metrolink Station Automobile Break In Advisory

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Burbank Police have notified the community at least 8 forced entries into automobiles parked at the Burbank Metro Station occurred during the period 3~6 February.

Thieves smashed windows while looking for valuables within the vehicles, however no major thefts were reported.

According to Sgt Darin Ryburn, Media Relations Officer at the Burbank Police Department, all break-ins were committed during late evening, early morning hours.

Sgt Ryburn advises those who park at Metrolink should place anything of value inside their trunk prior to leaving their vehicle, as well as keep aware of their surroundings.  In addition, Burbank Police are working with the LA Sheriff’s Department in coordinated patrol efforts.

If anybody observes suspicious persons or activity in the area immediately call the police at 911.

Riding with the Burbank Police is Anything but Routine Any Given Night

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For 95% of Burbank residents, interaction with the Police Department is limited to seeing a patrol car cruising through the neighborhood, driving past a traffic stop or accident, or seeing a bicycle patrol cruising down San Fernando Blvd.

For Sergeant Cornils and Officer Santiago working the Burbank PD night shift, it is a much different world.  Kicking off the evening with a patrol through a crowded downtown area, Sgt. Cornils explains that the holiday season brings additional challenges.  Thefts from automobiles jump in public parking lots, shoplifting increases, and with so many people on the streets the potential for conflicts is always present.

Burbank Police Sgt. Adam Cornils. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

First Stop.    Older model automobile with expired tags identified on Magnolia.  A quick look through the car produced no illegal items, and the driver was counseled to update the tags and registration.

Sgt. Cornils believes treating all citizens with respect, regardless of the situation, will result in citizens being more cooperative, gain trust, and continue to open lines of communication with police.

Second Stop.  Domestic violence call.  Woman indicated a boyfriend had pushed and threatened her.  Drugs were found on the boyfriend (needle and a packet containing crystal meth), and all involved were under the influence.  All were well-known by the police as chronic substance abusers and offenders, and do not have permanent addresses within Burbank.  A female officer, who is also a specialist in quality of life issues, was called to both pat down the victim to check for illegal drugs or weapons, and provide some on-the-spot counseling to the victim.

Patrol officers in Burbank work one of 10 main sectors, with several officers and a supervisor floating between sectors as required during the shift.  Officers become familiar with their assigned beats, developing a good knowledge of where the highest probability of incidents or events may occur.  This might be around industrial areas, hotels, or known gang and drug houses.

Third Stop.  Suspicious vehicle in an industrial parking lot.  While patrolling in an area with businesses normally closed at night, a vehicle with two males was seen in the front parking lot.  The two males claimed they were waiting for a cousin to come and open a storage room in one of the businesses.  While waiting for confirmation the story was correct, the officer located an open bottle in the male’s car.  Officer requested and received permission to inspect the rest of the car and trunk, and no suspicious items were located.  Confirmation received, the bottle was discarded and individuals were thanked for their cooperation and cleared.

Officers develop a 6th sense, or the ability to “feel” how a given situation may develop, such as the likely behavior of a person or persons in a field interview, such as a traffic stop, emergencies, or service call.  This sixth sense is a product of many years experience.  While an officer can gain specific skills in classroom or field training exercises, many years working a beat is the only way to gain the awareness and experience needed to fully assess and control an event.

Fourth Stop.  Suspicious car leaving a known gang member and drug user’s house.  Subject was known to the officer, and it was determined he was not involved in any illegal activity – cleared.

The news is full of traffic stops gone bad, officers assaulted, and situations escalating to the point an individual or pair of officers could potentially lose control or be put at a disadvantage.  In Burbank, each police officer is well aware of other officer’s activities, and keep a “third eye” open in the event any officer requires assistance or support.

Fifth Stop.  Backing up another patrol which has stopped an intoxicated woman exposing herself at a gas station and convenience store.  Woman was well-known to Burbank police, and had a .18 breathalyzer  test result.  Arrested and prepared for transport to Glendale Jail.

Public intoxication and driving while under the influence is a problem in any city, and Burbank has its fair share of substance abusers.  Violent or serious auto accidents during evening hours are much more likely to include at least one substance abuser.  Officers keep their eyes open for drivers showing signs of impairment, and are rarely wrong when making a stop for a suspected drunk driver.

Sixth Stop.  Supporting an officer who stopped a car for suspected driving under the influnce (DUI).  Driver was an elderly man who had jumped several curbs with his automobile, and had difficulty keeping the car in lanes.  Driver failed a field sobriety test, and breathalyzer indicated a .223 blood alcohol level.  Arrested, and Sgt. Cornils noted one more threat to safety on Burbank’s streets had been eliminated.

No human being is without emotion, and all are capable of anger.  While it may seem trivial, and possibly appear to be noise, it is better to call the police to resolve an argument or dispute, rather than allowing it to get out of control and result in a fight or other violence.

Sgt. Cornils noted it is very difficult to predict domestic violence or arguments that may escalate into violence, and sadly the police become involved at the point there may have already been a crime committed by one or more participants.  Sgt. Cornils continued to explain police officers do not like to be put into a reactive mode, greatly preferring a proactive approach to their job.

Seventh Stop.  Call to check out a conflict between parties regarding the disposition of a mobile phone.  Difficult to confirm mobile phone ownership, however the officer provided counseling on how to resolve the situation.  Reporting party calmed down.  Advice was to quickly inform her telephone company of the loss of her phone, and then acquire a new phone the next day if hers had not been returned.

Upon completing the counseling, the distressed woman who had lost her phone warmly thanked the officers for their response and advice.

The police need to keep an open line of communication with civilians and citizens.  The better the lines of communication, the better the probability citizens will contact police when they see unusual activities or conditions.  When citizens have confidence in the police, then they will work better as a community and take care of each other.

Eighth Stop.  A citizen noticed his neighbor’s door is open, and there were no lights on in the property.  Nobody responded to knocks on the door, so the citizen called police in fear something might have been wrong.  Officers responded, checked out the property, found nothing wrong, and left a card asking the owner to give a call if they found anything amiss.

Sgt Cornils refers to one aspect of his patrol called “hunting.”  Patrol officers go hunting when there is a break in the calls, and they have time to provide both police visibility in their assigned sectors, as well as be on the lookout for unusual activities.  Hunting brings the patrol officer through alleys, parking lots, or areas prone to vandalism or crime.

Ninth Stop.  In a parking lot behind a Burbank hotel, the Officer Santiago noticed a couple emerging from the rear of a trash bin.  The woman was a known prostitute, the man possibly under the influence of drugs. Both were from other states, had no jobs, and were clearly surprised they had been stopped for a field interview. As no crime was observed, the officer noted the activity, counseled both individuals, and continued hunting.  Subjects were released.

Tenth Stop.  In the early morning hours a car was observed parked in front of a location with substance abuse rehabilitation patients.  As the patients are clearly at risk, any car parked in front of the build could potentially be providing drugs or other controlled substances to the patients.

Burbank Police bring detained suspect to Saint Joseph Medical Center prior to transporting to Glendale jail. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

During a field interview the Officer Santiago concluded the driver was waiting to drive one of the residents to a job.  Officer Santiago was more concerned predators and drug dealers were in the area trying to disrupt the lives of rehab patients.  Cleared, no arrests made.

If the Burbank police need to make an arrest, a health interview is required at the time of arrest.  If the detainee has a known health issue that falls into a specific category, the detainee requires medical screening at a facility, such as Providence St. Joseph’s Medical Center (SJMC), prior to being jailed.  Once the clearance is received, the detainee is transported to Glendale Jail.  Glendale jail is being used by Burbank during construction at the Burbank Police and Fire Headquarters.

Eleventh Stop.  The intoxicated lady arrested during the fifth stop was transported to SJMC due to erratic actions and complaints of severe migraine headache while being processed at Glendale Jail.  Prior to processing at Glendale Jail, the lady needed to be sent back to Burbank and SJMC to receive evaluation and clearance prior to being accepted at Glendale Jail.

A second set of officers was required to relieve the original transporting and arresting officers due to other requirements.  Two officers were required to supervise the woman as she received minor treatment for her alleged migraine.  Officer Santiago responded to SJMC with another officer to take over supervision.  This detail took two officers off the street for a total of nearly 6 hours.

While at SJMC several other detainees, including one arrested for a fight involving a stabbing, and one involved in suspicion of DUI, were cycled through SJMC for health screening prior to transport to Glendale Jail.

During early morning hours some behaviors and activities are not normal, and grab the attention of partrol officers.  There may be groups of people walking the streets together, individuals hanging out on street corners, activities near known gang member houses and drug houses, or something as simple as a single person in the street who does not belong in that area.  Any unusual activity will trigger the officer’s 6th sense.

Twelfth Stop.  Support another officer who had stopped a young male riding a bicycle erratically during the early morning hours.  The young male was returning home, without identification, to a location outside the city of Burbank.  While the officers may have had justification to detain the young man, they were more concerned with his safety.  After making a cursory check of his bags, and finding no controlled items, they counseled the young man on safety and released him to return home.

During the field interview a known “White Fence” gang member strolled by on the sidewalk, greeting officers with a mocking offer to provide assistance if needed.

Throughout the evening it was clear a majority of incidents, stops, and interviews involved individuals who are well known to Burbank police officers.  For those of us who rarely, if ever interact with the police, it is confusing why so much attention is required to keep the action of so few under control.

As a citizen we expect to go out to indulge in the holiday season with family, friends, and colleagues.  Little regard is given to the potential of danger due to gang activity, theft, or risk of becoming involved in an incident resulting from an accident or assault.   The 95% of us who rarely, if ever, require support of police services.

Much of the credit for this is due to the average American living a law abiding lifestyle consistent with good values and personal judgment.  For everybody else, the Burbank Police Department is on duty, on the hunt for those who may wish to disrupt the holidays and quality of life we’ve all come to expect and enjoy Burbank.

NOTE:  The author is a reporter with BurbankNBeyond.  The reporter participated as a night shift ride along with the Burbank Police Department in December of 2011 .  The reporter spent the evening in a supervisor’s car (Sgt. Cornils), and with a patrol officer, Officer Santiago.

All actions recorded are actual stops and arrests, with names, locations, and times removed to ensure privacy of those detained, who are all considered innocent until found guilty in court.

Suspicious Burbank Fires Under Investigation

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Firefighters arrived at the auto shop and found smoke coming from the building (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

Burbank fire units responded to a call reporting a possible structure fire near N San Fernando Blvd and N Buena Vista St at around 1 a.m. Saturday morning.  The fire was located in a small industrial complex, and was contained by firefighters within approximately 30 minutes.

While not believed related to recent arson incidents in LA County, Burbank Fire Department (BFD) is investigating the fire as suspicious.

The fire destroyed many vehicle inside the business (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

At approximately 2 a.m. BFD responded to a car fire on 2100 block of N Rose St.  The car, a 2006 Corvette, was destroyed.  This incident, according to Sergeant Darin Ryburn, Press Information Officer for the Burbank Police Department, was suspicious and similar to fires reported last night in Sun Valley and North Hollywood.

Sgt. Ryburn advises all Burbank residents that he would encourage our residents and business owners to please be observant of their surroundings.  All of the fires have been late night or early morning.  If residents hear or see something please call the police immediately. If they become aware of a fire, be cognizant of vehicles leaving the area and provide that information to fire and police personnel.

Photo By Ross A. Benson

Given the nature of the N. Rose St. fire, all inquiries on the possibility this fire was related to the recent string of arson fires in LA County are being directed to the LA City Fire Department Public Information Officer.

According to Erik Scott, spokesman for the Los Angeles Fire Department, LAFD responded to an additional 13 fires early Saturday morning, bringing the total number of fires suspected of being set by one or more arsonists to over 30 in just two days.  Scott also noted LA County Fire responded to another possibly related call in the Lennox area.

An arson investagor shoot pictures of a car on Rose St. that may be linked to the Los Angeles arsonist (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

If anybody sees or suspects suspicious activity, call 911 and report the activity as quickly as possible.  Currently, officials are looking for a male driving a white and tan mid-1990s Lexus ES300, but they would not give details.

Burbank N Beyond will keep readers informed of any breaking news or information related to this story with updates as developed or received.  Readers may also subscribe to BurbankNBeyond’s Twitter feed at @burbanknbeyond for real time news updates.

Crime Reports for November 2011

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The latest updates on crimes as reported by the Burbank Police Department

(Warning: Some of the items listed below can be graphic in nature)

updated 12-9-11

Business Burglaries

1200 Hollywood Way (Empower Group, Inc.)
November 29, at 10:40 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. November 30
Entry:   Rammed gate to force it open
Loss:   40 tires and rims.

Two Arrested After Shoplifting at CVS
 On November 29, at 8:45 p.m., police were called to the CVS drug store at 2500 W. Victory Blvd., after a man and women left the store without paying.  The pair entered the store and rolled a partially-filled shopping cart near the exit.  A cashier notified the manager, and both watched the two people continue to select liquor, clothing, nail and hair products, and magazines from the aisles and put it in the cart.  Eventually, the two suspects pushed the cart out of the store without paying.  Officers found them in the rear parking lot loading the merchandise from the shopping cart into a car.  The two were arrested for burglary and booked into jail.
Suspects:   Corey Petrie, 26, of Burbank and Sun Valley; and Leticia Angelica Gomez, 30, of Tujunga.

Parolee Flles Accident, Climbs Tree

On November 22, at 12:05 a.m.,witnesses called police to report that a vehicle had crashed into a fence on San Fernando Blvd. and the on-ramp to the Golden State Freeway, and the driver male driver had fled the scene. Officers responding to the accident located the driver near the Animal Shelter. When they contacted him, he climbed a wall and ran across the railroad tracks. When the suspect hid in heavy brush officers set up a perimeter. When the police helicopter responded and located the suspect, he climbed a tree and refused to come down. He was up in the tree for over an hour before falling to the ground. He was transported to the hospital for treatment. A records check revealed that he was an armed and dangerous parolee at large.
Suspect: Glendon Mullicane, 40, of North Hollywood, was arrested for hit and run, driving under the influence, and a no bail warrant.

Traffic Stop Turns Up Stolen Catalytic Converters

On November 26, at 4:09 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle at Verdugo Ave. and Keystone St. for traffic violations. The driver admitted to being on parole, and one of the two passengers in the car admitted to being on probation. The driver consented to let the officers search the vehicle, and they found a catalytic converter in the trunk, along woth tools. The driver admitted that they had just stolen the catalytic converter from a vehicle in Burbank. All three were arrested for grand theft.
Suspects: Juan Rocha, 32, of Huntington Park; Richard Lopez, 32, of Maywood; and Georgina Pou, 28, of Los Angeles.

Police Looking For Child Annoying Suspect

On November 23, at 12:45 p.m. a female juvenile was walking her dog on Chandler Blvd. and Lima St. A man in a neon green colored compact car drove slowly by the girl and motions for her to come to him. The girl ignored the man, and continued to walk her dog. A few minutes later the man returned to the area and again tried to get the girl to come to his car. The girl ignored the man and left the area.
Suspect Description: White male, 30 years, short brown hair, wearing sunglasses with white frames.
Suspect Vehicle: Kia or similar type compact car. Neon green color and clean.

Man Exposes Himself in Book Store

On November 23, between 2:45 and 4:15 p.m. a woman was sitting at a table in an empty Starbucks inside the Barnes & Noble book store located at 731 N. San Fernando Blvd. A man sits down at the table next to the woman, and began staring at her. Eventually the woman realized that the man was exposing himself and masturbating. She shouted for help and went towards the front of the store where she told a security guard what had happened. The suspect ran out of the store.
Suspect Description: Male Hispanic, 30-40 years, 5’7″- 5’8″, 145-150 lbs., dark spiked hair, dark color jacket and jeans.

Child Annoying Suspect By Izay Park

On November 23, at 5:40 p.m., a male juvenile was sitting on the curb in front of George Izay Park, 1111 W. Olive Ave., waiting for a relative to pick him up. The boy observed a silver colored Toyota Camry pull up to the curb. The driver twice asked the boy if he wanted a ride, and he twice responded, “No.” The suspect then asked in a low voice, if the boy wanted to engage in an act of oral sex. When the boy replied, “No way!” the suspect drove off.
Suspect Description: Male Asian, 25-35 years, 5′ 0″ short black hair, thin build, wearing a white or gray shirt.
Vehicle Description: Early 2000 model Toyota Camry, silver in color, with four doors.

Business Burglaries

500 S. Buena Vista St. (The Walt Disney Co.)
October 14, at 10:30 a.m. to 8 a.m. November 8
Entry:   Unknown
Loss:  Computer tower and monitor.

800 N. Hollywood Way (Fleet Fueling)
November 23 at 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. November 28
Loss:  Nozzles and hoses from 16 gasoline pumps

 

Residential Burglaries

200 block N. Sunset Canyon Dr.
November 23, between 10:20 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Entry:  Screen removed and opened unlock window
Loss:   Jewelry and cash

200 block N. Florence St.
November 23, at 6 p.m. to 5 p.m. November 26
Entry:   Unknown
Loss:   Xbox game system, DVD’s, and speaker box

900 block E. Angeleno Ave.
November 28, at 10:30 a.m.
Entry:   Removed back window screen
Loss:  None, attempt only

700 block N. Lima St.
November 28, at 12 noon to 2 p.m. November 29
Entry:   Pried kitchen window
Loss:   Undetermined at this time

1900 block N. Ontario St.
November 29, between 8 a.m. and 1:20 p.m.
Entry:   Pried front door
Loss:   No loss, attempt only

1800 block N. Bel Aire Dr.
November 30, between 8 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.
Entry:   Garage door kicked in
Loss:   Jewelry and cash

2000 block N. Rose St.
November 30, between 9:30 a.m. and 11:45 p.m.
Entry:   Rear door
Loss:   Watch, laptop, revolver

Vehicle Thefts/Burglaries

1400 block N. Catalina St.
November 21, between 4:40 a.m. and 4:50 a.m.
Vehicle:   2006 Chevrolet truck
Loss:   Tools
Suspect vehicles:   Possibly a white Ford Thunderbird

600 block E. Orange Grove Ave.
November 21, at 7 p.m. to 7:45 a.mm. November 22
Vehicle:   1995 Honda Civic
Loss:   Two backpacks and contents.

1500 block N. Catalina St.
November 21, at 7 p.m. to 5:45 a.m. November 22
Vehicle:   2001 Ford F150
Loss:   Stereo, speakers, wallet, and model airplane.

600 block N. Whitnall Hwy.
November 22, at 4:15 a.m.
Vehicle:   1999 GMC Denali
Loss:   GPS

900 block Country Club Dr.
November 21, at 5:30 p.m. to 6:50 a.m. November 22
Vehicle:   2004 Chevy Trail Blazer
Loss:   Coat, purse and contents, Sponge Bob figure, and stamps.

Hollywood Way & Oak St.
November 22, at 12:10 p.m.
Vehicle:   Trailer attached to truck
Loss:   Gardening tools

200 block E. Palm Ave.
November 22, at 8:50 p.m.
Vehicle 2007 Honda Accord
Loss:   Wallet, cosmetics, and iPhone.

1900 block Jackson St.
November 24, between 12:10  and 3:20 a.m.
Vehicle:   2011 Toyota Corolla
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   Purse and contents

3300 block Brace Canyon Rd.
November 23, at 11 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. November 24
Vehicle:   2002 Mazda 626
Entry:   Unlocked vehicle
Loss:   Jewelry and miscellaneous paperwork.

3300 block Brace Canyon Rd.
November 23, at 11 p.m. to 5:30 a.m. November 24
Vehicle:   2007 Toyota Camry
Entry:   Unlocked vehicle
Loss:   Miscellaneous paperwork.

3200 block Whitney Ln.
November 23, at 9:40 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. November 24
Vehicle:   2005 Toyota Sequoia
Entry:   Unlocked Vehicle
Loss:   Wallet and iPod.

300 block N. Hollywood Way
November 23, at 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. November 25
Vehicle:   2007 Nissan Sentra
Entry:   Punched truck lock
Loss:   Suitcase and contents.

400 block E. Magnolia Blvd.
November 26, at 9:30 p.m. to 11 a.m. November 27
Vehicle:   2001 Toyota Camry
Loss:   GPS, electronic chargers, and sunglasses.

1800 Empire Ave. (Empire Center)
November 25, between 7:55 a.m. to 9:25 a.m.
Vehicle:   2000 Ford Excursion
Entry:   Punched passenger door lock
Loss:   Two laptop computers

Lomita St. & Olive Ave.
November 28, between 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   2008 Toyota
Entry:   Open window
Loss:   Bag, wallet and contents, and iPod.

148 E. Orange Grove Ave.
November 30, between 5:50 and 8 p.m.
Vehicle:   2012 Buick Encore
Entry:   Unlocked vehicle
Loss:   Cosmetics, Blackberry, and iPhone.
Catalytic Converter Thefts

500 block N. Naomi St.
November 27, at 10 p.m. to 8:45 a.m. November 28
Vehicle:   1996 Toyota 4Runner
Stolen Vehicles

1000 block S. Lake St.
November 27, at 10:39 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 28
Vehicle:   2006 Ford F350

1000 block N. Ontario St.
November 30, between le10:36 and 11:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   1979 Yamaha motorcycle
Tailgate thefts

November 26, at 9 p.m. to 8 a.m. November 27
Vehicle:   2003 Chevrolet Silverado.
Bicycle / Scooter Thefts

600 block N. Sixth St.
November 23, at 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. November 24
Loss:   Beach cruiser bicycle.

500 block E. Magnolia Blvd.
November 27, at 8:30 p.m.
Loss:   Mongoose bicycle.

1300 block S. Lake St.
November 26, at 8 p.m. to 9 a.m. November 27
Loss:  Beach cruiser bicycle.

250 N. First St.
November 17, at 6 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. November 27
Loss:   Motobecane bicycle.

1700 block N. Hollywood Way
November 27, at 5 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. November 28
Loss:   Bicycle

200 block W. Tujunga Ave.
November 27, at 6 p.m.
Loss:   Beach cruiser bicycle.

100 block S. Seventh St.
September 21, to 12:01 a.m. November 16
Loss:   Bicycle.

2000 block Peyton Ave.
November 11, at 12:01 a.m. to 12:01 a.m. November 29
Loss:   Schwinn bicycle.

2300 block W. Victory Blvd.
November 20, at 3:01 p.m.
Loss:   Nishiki bicycle.

Man Admits to Stealing Bicycle, Arrested

On November 17, at 10:51 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 4000 block of Kling St. regarding a man down.  They observed a man lying on a bench , and a red bicycle was near him.  When the officers contacted him, the man admitted that he had recently stolen the bicycle from a business in Burbank.  Deshawn Washington, 22, of Burbank, was placed under arrest for receiving stolen property.

Police Catch Two Suspects Who Ran From Stolen Car

On November 16, at 10:40 a.m. an officer noticed two men in a car acting suspiciously.  They were driving slowly in the 200 block of W. Elmwood Ave, towards the end of a cul-de-sac.  The two then jumped from the vehicle while it was still moving, and ran away.  Arriving officers set up a perimeter around the area, and both suspects were apprehended.  It was later determined that the car had been stolen.  Arrested were Enrique Flores, 27, and Joseph Watts, 28, both of Sylmar.

Woman Robbed As Gunmen Force Way Into Apartment

On November 15, at 6:24 p.m. a woman was entering her apartment in the 200 block of E. Burbank Blvd., when two men forced their way into the residence at gunpoint.  Once inside they demanded money and other items.  After rummaging through the apartment, they fled with currency and the victim’s wallet.  One of the suspects is described as Black, 20-30 years old, with short black hair, light skin, green eyes, 6’0”, wearing a blue flannel shirt and blue jeans.  The second suspect is Black, 6’3”, wearing a black hooded sweatshirt and blue jeans.

Business Burglaries

3310 Vanowen St. (Evolution Film)
November 14, at 9:45 p.m.
Entry:   Open rear door
Loss:   Computer and two monitors
Suspects:   #1-  male Black, wearing a gray long-sleeved shirt, jeans, black & white shoes, and a black baseball cap. #2 – Male, unknown race, short dark hair, wearing a black & white plaid long-sleeved shirt and dark pants.

3010 Floyd St. (Flo Systems)
November 15, between 2:44 and 2:57 a.m.
Entry:   Cut chain
Loss:   Scrap metal and copper wire.

3900 W. Riverside Dr.  (Salerno’s Café)
November 21, at 1:38 a.m.
Entry:   Smashed window
Loss:   Cookie and salad.

Residential Burglaries

1000 block E. Verdugo Ave.
November 16, at 1:30 p.m. to November 18
Entry:  Unknown, house under construction
Loss:   Front entry doors.

200 block E. Santa Anita Ave.
November 18, at 10:50 a.m.
Entry:   Cut padlock
Loss:   Table saw and spool of wire

1100 block N. Screenland Dr.
November 18, at 8:51 p.m.
Entry:   Possible forced rear door
Loss:   Jewelry
Suspect:  Ryan Coverly, 35, of Burbank arrested for burglary.

Catalytic Converter Thefts

None reported at this time

Third Row Seat Thefts

201 S. Front St.
November 18, between 6:20 a.m. and 5:10 p.m.
Vehicle:   2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
Loss:   Third row seats, headrests, electronics.

1601 Victory Pl. (Empire Center)
November 19, between 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   2004 Chevrolet Tahoe
Entry:   Punched door lock
Loss:   Third row seats

550 N. First St. (Burbank Towne Center)
November 20, between noon and 3:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   2002 Cadillac Escalade
Entry:   Punched driver’s door lock
Loss:   Third row seats.

Vehicle Thefts/Burglaries

800 block E. Fairmount Rd.
November 11, at 5 p.m. to 8:50 a.m. November 14
Vehicle:   2001 Ford F450
Loss:   None, attempt only

600 block N. Frederic St.
November 14, at 6 p.m. to 7 a.m. November 15
Vehicle:   1999 Ford F150
Loss:   Makita radio, Echo hand  blower, DeWalt air compressor.

900 block N. Parish Pl.
November 16, between 11:30 and 11:55 a.m.
Vehicle:  Unknown make of truck
Loss:   Lawn mower
Suspect Vehicle:   Dark blue Chevrolet Tahoe

200 block N. Third St.
November 16, at 9 p.m. to 10 a.m. November 17
Vehicle:   2009 Nissan Sentra
Loss:   GPS

500 block S. Sparks St.
November 16, at 8 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 17
Vehicle:   2000 Chevy Suburban
Loss:   GPS, multi-function tool

500 block N. Third St.
November 17, at 3 p.m.
Vehicle:   2010 Nissan Altima
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   300 pairs of glasses

1900 block Empire Ave.
November 17, between 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.
Vehicle:   2006 Ford F250
Entry:   Punched door lock
Loss:   Wallet and contents.

200 block E. Palm Ave.
November 17, between 7:30 and 8:40 p.m.
Vehicle:   2011 Nissan Versa
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   No loss.

100 block W. Elmwood Ave.
November 17, at 6:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. November 18
Vehicle:   1989 Chevrolet Astro Van
Loss:   Tools

550 N. First St. (Burbank Towne Center)
November 18, at 6 p.m.
Vehicle:   1991 Honda Accord
Loss:   Miscellaneous paperwork.

1600 block Scott Rd.
November 19, at midnight, to 7:35 a.m. November 20
Vehicle:   2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   Golf clubs.

1200 block N. Whitnall Hwy.
November 19, at 2 p.m. to 9:30 a.m. November 20
Vehicle:   2003 Chevrolet truck
Loss:   Tools.

300 block N. Lima St.
November 20, between 1:14 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   2004 Chevrolet van
Entry:   Broke locked storage compartment
Loss:   Tools.

200 block N. Florence St.
November 19, at 10 p.m. to 4 p.m. November 20
Vehicle:   1999 Dodge Ram
Entry:   Pried storage compartment
Loss:  Tools.

Buena Vista St. & Empire Ave.
November 21, between noon and 12:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   2003 Chevrolet Tahoe
Entry:   Smashed passenger windown
Loss:   Laptop computer.

Tailgate thefts

651N. San Fernando Blvd. (IKEA parking structure)
November 14, between 4:30 and 5:15 p.m.
Vehicle:   Ford F350

1761 Victory Pl. (Empire Center)
November 14, between 5:15 and 6:45 p.m.
Vehicle:   Ford F250

400 block W. Riverside Dr.
November 20, at 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. November 21
Vehicle:   Ford F450
Stolen Vehicles

200 block E. Olive Ave.
November 14, at 12:30 p.m. to 10:30 a.m. November 15
Vehicle:   2010 Chevrolet Malibu

Bicycle / Scooter Thefts

300 block N. Buena Vista St.
November 12, at 5 p.m. to 10 a.m. November 13
Loss:   Dino Beach Cruiser

 

 

Business Burglaries

2005 N. Glenoaks Blvd.  (A to Z Auto Repair)
November 8, at 5 p.m. to 11 a.m. November 9
Loss:   Two gas pump receipt printers valued at $2,000.


Residential Burglaries

500 block E. Tufts Ave.
November 8, between 9:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m.
Entry:   Shattered and pried open window
Loss:   Jewelry and champagne of undetermined value.

600 block E. Jamestown Rd.
November 8, between 7:45 a.m. and 4:47 p.m.
Entry:   Pried rear door
Loss:   Jewelry and currency.

700 block E. Groton Dr.
November 8, between 7:4 a.m. and 7 p.m.
Entry:   Smashed and pried rear door
Loss:   Jewelry


Vehicle Thefts/Burglaries

3000 block N. Keystone St.
November 6, at 6:30 p.m. to 9 a.m. November 7
Vehicle:   2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
Loss:   Third-row seats, handgun, ammunition, and bag.

900 block E. Magnolia Blvd.
November 8, at 8 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 9
Vehicle:   1999 Honda Civic
Entry:   Pried window
Loss:   Car radio/CD player.

900 block E. Elmwood Ave.
November 7, at 11:45 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 8
Vehicle:   2011 Volkswagen CC
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   Purse and contents.

400 block E. Cornell Dr.
November 7, at 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. November 8
Vehicle:   2009 Honda Civic
Loss:   Bicycle roof rack valued at $800.

Catalytic Converter Thefts

Oat St. & Parish Pl.
November 5, at 9:30 p.m. to 9 a.m. November 6
Vehicle:   1993 Honda Civic
Loss:   Catalytic converter and vehicle computer.

800 block N. Mariposa St.
November 8, at 10:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 9
Vehicle:   1991 Toyota Tacoma

Stolen Vehicles

None reported at this time


Tailgate Thefts

None reported at this time


Bicycle / Scooter Thefts

None reported at this time

 

Attempted Robbery at Bus Stop

On November 7, at 8:45 p.m., a man was sitting at the bus stop at Hollywood Way  and Thornton Ave.  He was checking his wallet for money to pay the bus fare, when a man approached him and attempted to take his wallet by force.  The victim was able to fight off the robber and keep his wallet.  The suspect is described as  a male Black in his late 20’s, 5’5”, 150 lbs., wearing a white long-sleeved shirt and brown pants.

 

Mom Spots Bike Stolen from Her Son

On November 5, at 8:30 p.m., officers responded to the area of Verdugo Ave. and Reese Pl. after a woman called to say she was following a man riding a bicycle that had been stolen from her son earlier in the evening.  The officers contacted the bike rider, who told them he had purchased the bicycle from a friend for about $20.  The stolen bicycle was valued at $400.   The man, Ethan Johnson, 20, of Burbank, was arrested for receiving stolen property.

 

Hotel / Motel Illegal Activity Enforcement

Patrol officers have been conducting enforcement at local hotel/motels, specifically targeting narcotics, gangs, and prostitution activity.  During the past week, officers have conducted investigations which have led to the following arrests: 

On November 3, between 7:11 and 9:55 p.m., officers patrolling through the parking lot of the Quality Inn located at 2255 N. Buena Vista St., observed a man standing by a car, holding a can and lighter.  They smelled the odor of burnt marijuana.  When they contacted the man, they saw prescription bottle sitting on the front seat of the car.  It appeared to contain marijuana.  The man consented to a search of his car, and the officers found numerous pills, and suspected heroin.  The man, Jirayr Khtikyan, 29, of North Hollywood, was placed under arrest for possession of a controlled substance.

On November 3, at 9:50 p.m.,  officers contacted a subject at the Extended  Stay America hotel at 2200 Empire Ave. A records check revealed that the individual was on probation for narcotics convictions.  During a consent search of the room, they located glass pipes used for smoking drugs, and check that appeared to be removed from a checkbook, belonged to an individual no one in the room knew.  The two people in the room were taken into custody. While the offices were leaving the hotel, they contacted a woman in the parking lot who was also staying in the room.  She admitted to having a glass pipe in her purse.   The three suspects were:   Cynthia Campos, 25, of Ontario, who was arrested for possession of forged notes; and Robert Wolfe, 33, , and Dawn Prince, 45, both of Sherman Oaks, who were both arrested for possession of drug paraphernalia.

On November 4,  at 8 p.m., contacted a man in the lobby of  the Extended Stay America hotel at 2200 Empire Ave., who was identified as being involved in criminal activity.  He consented to let the officers search him, and they found narcotics in his pocket.  The suspect told them that he was visiting a female friend living at the hotel.  The officers had contacted the same woman the night before.  When they went to her room, she allowed them inside.  They found narcotics and others using narcotics, as well as a minor child who was in the room where the drug use was taking place.  They arrested Maria Araujo, 27, of North Hollywood for child endangerment, and keeping a place where narcotics were being sold.  Richard Chun, 38, of Burbank was arrested for possession of dangerous drugs and warrants.   Jestin Hayman, 28, of Reseda was arrested for possession of dangerous drugs and warrants.  And, for the second night in a row, Robert Wolfe, 33, of Sherman Oaks, was arrested, this time for knowingly being in a place where narcotics were being used.

 

Masked Gunman Robs CVS

On November 3, at 9:30 p.m., a man wearing a mask approached an employee of the CVS Drug Store at 1015 N. San Fernando Blvd.  The suspect displayed a handgun, and ordered the employee to open the cash drawer and put the money in a bag. The employee complied with the robber’s demands, and the suspect then left the store and was last seen fleeing through an alley.  He is described as 5’10” to 6’0” tall, weighing 175 lbs., and wearing a black hoodie sweatshirt and a mask.  A search of the area by offices failed to turn up the suspect.

Business Burglaries

191 S. Buena Vista St. (medical office building)
November 6, at 10:58 a.m.
Entry:   Open business
Loss:   Dell laptop computer valued at $510.

303 S. Glenoaks Blvd. (medical office building)
November 7, at 8:19 p.m.
Entry:   Forced open front door
Loss:   No loss reported at this time.


Residential Burglaries 

1600 block N. Niagara St.
November 1, at 8 p.m. to 3:45 p.m. November 2
Entry:   Pried driveway gate and lock
Loss:   No loss, attempt only.

400 block W. Alameda Ave.
October  29, at 12 noon to 3:15 a.m. November 3
Entry:   Cut lock
Loss:   2002 Ducati motorcycle, boxes of clothes valued at $1,000, and a box of 15-20 designer purses valued at $3,500.

600 block E. Roselli St.
November 3, between 6:25 and 6:25 a.m.
Entry:   From driveway
Loss:   Golf clubs and accessories valued at $2,700.

500 block N. Naomi St.
November 4, between 8 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Entry:   Unknown
Loss:   Watch and jewelry valued at $4,100.

400 block N. Hollywood Way
November 3, at 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. November 5
Entry:   Kicked in front door
Loss:   Computers and camera equipment

 

Vehicle Thefts/Burglaries

800 block N. Rose St.
November 1, between 10:30 and 10:40 a.m.
Vehicle:   1985 Chevrolet van
Loss:   Kawasaki weedwacker valued at $500.

1700 block W. Oak St.
October 28, at 2 p.m. to 12:30 p.m. November 1
Vehicle:   1993 Chevrolet Seabreeze motorhome
Loss:   5-inch knife.

Florence St. & Oak St.
November 1, at 7:30 p.m. to 7:45 a.m. November 2
Vehicle:   2011 Honda Civic
Entry:   Smashed driver’s side window
Loss:   iPod valued at $200.

200 block N. Whitnall Hwy.
November 1, at 5 p.m. to 4 a.m. November 2
Vehicle:   2006 Lexus LX470
Entry:   Smashed passenger window
Loss:   No loss reported at this time.

1200 block S. Lake St.
November 3, at 9:30 a.m.
Vehicle:   Toyota Corolla
Entry:   Open car window
Loss:   Vehicle registration and key.

1200 block S. Lake St.
November 3, between 1:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.
Vehicle:   1986 Nissan Titan
Entry:   Unlocked door
Loss:   Vacuum cleaner valued at $200.

1200 block S. Lake St.
November 2, at 8:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. November 3
2002 Honda Accord
Entry:   Open window
Loss:   Two watches valued at $230, prescription glasses valued at $280, a key, and currency.

500 block E. Cypress Ave.
November 3, at 7:45 a.m.
Vehicle:   Honda Odyssey
Entry:  Unknown
Lossw:   GPS valued at $400, DVD’s, and currency.

600 block E. Cypress
November 5, at 5 p.m. to 8 a.m. November 6
Vehicle:   1998 Nissan Maxima
Entry:  Unknown
Loss:   Bluetooth valued at $100, and stereo accessories valued at $20.

Catalytic Converter Thefts

None reported at this time

 

 Stolen Vehicles

Glenoaks Blvd. & Verdugo Ave.
October 30, between 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Vehicle:   1999 Acura

San Fernando Blvd. & Prospect  Ave.
October 31 at 5:30 p.m. and 2 p.m. November 1
Vehicle:  2004 Kia Rio

200 block N. Kenwood St.
November 1, between 2 a.m. and 11 a.m.
Vehicle:   1988 Honda Accord

3000 block Valleyheart Dr.
November 1, at 8:30 p.m. to 12:15 a.m. November 2
Vehicles:   2005 Chevrolet Silverado pick-up, 2009 Ultra trailer, 2007 Yamaha Rhino, and 2001 Yamaha motorcycle.

200 block S. Lomita St.
November 3, at 11 p.m. to 9 a.m. November 4
Vehicle:   2011 Ford Edge

2980 block N. San Fernando Blvd.  (Stainless Steel Products)
November 4, between 1:50 p.m. and 6:20 p.m.
Vehicle:   1996 Chevrolet Silverado
Attempt Only:   Door locks punched and ignition tampered with.

2980 block N. San Fernando Blvd.  (Stainless Steel Products)
November 4, between 2:45 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Vehicle:   1999 Chevy Silverado
Attempt Only:  Door locks punched and ignition tampered with.


Tailgate thefts

None reported at this time

 

Bicycle / Scooter Thefts

500 block E. Providencia Ave.
October 31, at 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. November 2
Loss:   Bicycle seat, handle bars, pedals, tires.

1820 W. Verdugo Ave. (CVS)
November 5, at 8:30 p.m.
Loss:   SE Lager bicycle valued at $400.

 

Note:   All suspects are presumed innocent until found guilty in a court of law.

Quick Work by Firefighters Save Structures From Auto Fire

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Burbank Firefighters extinguished this truck fire in the 1900 block of Ontario St. on Thursday afternoon. (Photo by Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Firefighters and police responded to several 911 calls of a truck into a garage with a person trapped inside and on fire Thursday afternoon.  Upon arrival Burbank Firefighters found a small pickup truck in a rear alley in the 1900 block of  N. Ontario with the cab and engine were well involved with fire, with the fire having the potential to spread to the garages the truck was parked next to.

Quick action by Burbank Firefighters stopped the blaze from going anywhere. Damage to the truck was reported to be $ 20,000 and the damage to the garage was $ 2,000. Fire units were under the direction of Battalion Chief Steve Briggs.

There were no injuries to civilians nor firefighters. Burbank Police closed local streets and the adjoining alleys, until the fire was extinguished and the truck towed.

Burbank Police Pass Along Bicycle Theft Prevention Tips

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In an effort to keep the community informed, the Burbank Police Department would like to share a few tips regarding bicycle theft prevention.

Below is a list of suggestions to help reduce bicycle thefts, related crimes, and maintain awareness.

Things to do to secure your bicycle:

  • Record the serial number and model number of your bike, as well as keep a
  • recent photograph of the bike
  • Invest in a quality bike lock
  • Lock and secure your bike at all times when not in use
  • Secure your bike in your home or garage rather than in your yard
  • Do not leave your bike where it is visible to the public
  • When parking your bike in a public place be sure to properly secure it to a fixed location
  • Keep the bike within your view
  • Take the front tire with you

Things to do to get involved:

  • Join a Neighborhood Watch group or Community Academy
  • Get to know your neighbors
  • If you see suspicious activity or a prowler call (818) 238-3000
  • If you see someone steal a bike be a good witness and call 911
  • Document suspect vehicle descriptions especially license plates and look for distinguishing marks or features
  • Document suspect descriptions, hair & eye color, height and weight, clothing description including shoes and distinguishing features (e.g., facial hair, tattoos, etc.)

Trees Fall, Stucture Fails, Power Out – Burbank Survives Overnight Winds

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This temporary wall at a building being remodeled in the 700 block of S. Victory Blvd. was a wind victim (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

The winds came to Southern California on Wednesday night/Thursday morning and Burbank was not spared.  Reports had wind gusts as high as 85 mph locally during a four hour period between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., before the winds began to settle for the morning.

Damage in Burbank was actually light compared to other nearby cities.  Damags was limited to some uprooted trees, branches that knocked down wires, and for one business, a temporary wall protecting the business during construction was blown down.  There were also reports of numerous trash cans being blown down and around in the neighborhoods that were scheduled for pickup Thursday.

This tree on Victory Blvd could not hold up to wind gust overnight, (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

One of the few power outages reported was in an area between Magnolia and Chandler, between Victory in Buena Vista.

As usual, Burbank Water and Power crews were on their game and had power restored quickly.  Forestry Divison units were making sure Burbank streets remained clear and safe.

Burbank Fire units were kept busy checking on different minor incidents in town, while Engine 11 had to respond to Pasadena for a major apartment house fire.  Although Burbank made it through reasonably unaffected, Glendale and Pasadena were hit very hard with numerous trees being uprooted in both cities, along with the major fire in Pasadena.  There was also a grass fire near Occidental College that forced some evacuations and took 40 L. A. City firefighters about an hour and 45 minutes to control.  No major damage was reported in that incident.

Winds are still in the forecast for Thursday and may increase as darkness approaches.  You may want to bring in any lawn or patio furniture, and add extra rocks to the pockets of small children.

The right gust at the right angle can snap any tree and this one is ready to become kindling wood for the El Pollo Loco grill after its demise (Photo By Ross A. Benson)

Burbank Police Looking For Best English and Spanish Speaking Citizens for Academy

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Twice a year, the Burbank Police Department conducts a community academy for those who live or work in the City of Burbank. For the first time, there will be two separate academies, one in English and one in Spanish. This academy is a terrific opportunity to get a behind the scenes look at the Burbank Police Department.

For thirteen weeks, participants learn from the officers who actually work in the various bureaus and assignments of the Burbank Police Department. Presentations include topics such as the criminal justice system, the police hiring process, training, traffic control, patrol, detectives, air support, the Special Response Team, police K-9s, and much more. Participants who graduate from the community academy may be eligible to become a Burbank Police Department volunteer.

The winter academies start on Wednesday, January 11th, and conclude on March 28th, 2012. Space is limited. Applying early is recommended. Meetings take place in the community room at the Burbank Police Station starting at 6:30 pm, and conclude at approximately 8:30 pm. There is no charge for participation in the community academy. Applicants are subject to a background check.

Applications may be picked up at the police department and should be returned no later than December 23, 2011.