Report from Sherrie Carhart-Catalytic Converter Theft

Catalytic Converter Theft is an expensive loss and repair – During December thieves were targeting exclusively Sequoia’s and Tundras and one Tacoma. 

Thieves work a certain area, hit several vehicles a night and then move to another area. In the month of December thieves are striking in the dark of night and the wee hours of the morning.

95864  ** Most recent

20xx Medusa Wy, 39xx Lusk Dr, 41xx Lusk Dr, 46xx Ashton Dr

95843 and the county portion of 95621

Nandina Way, Lilly Hill, Palmerson, Windflower, Tawny Meadow, Adagio Wy, Krisee Ct, Andante Dr.

95842

Gold Run

95673

Sun Acer Wy, Jubilee Wy

95841

54xx Date Ave

95660

La Cienega Dr

95662

91xx and 93xx blocks of Greenback, Skyview Dr, Saint Edgewood Ct, Heather Cross, Briarbrook, Biruta, 72xx Kenneth, Cordoniz Ct,  

95628

3 on Kifisia Way,

95825, 95821

25xx Fair Oaks Blvd., 35xx Marconi Ave

95626, 95834, 95835, 95836, 95668, 95605, 95837, 95652, 95608 – No loss

Protect your vehicle:

1.       Park your vehicle in the garage or park in well-lighted areas.

2.       At shopping centers and other similar parking lots, park close to the entrance of the building, or near the access road where there’s a lot of traffic.

3.       If you own or work at a business or factory, park within a fenced area that’s busy during the day and secured at night.

4.       Engrave your license plate number or driver’s license on the converter to make it traceable. This can act as a catalytic converter theft deterrent and help with local police investigations.

5.       Purchase a vehicle security system, and make sure its set to trigger with just the slightest motion.

6.       Visit a local muffler shop and have the converter secured to the vehicle’s frame with a couple of pieces of hardened steel welded to the frame.

7.       Check out the different types of catalytic converter theft deterrent systems at your local auto parts store or on the Internet.

8.       If you see suspicious activity on a driveway, next to a vehicle immediately call for a deputy to respond.  Non emergency 874-5115 or emergency 874-5111.

Sherrie Carhart, Crime Prevention Specialist

Sacramento County Sheriff

North Division

2500 Marconi Avenue, Sacramento, CA  95821

(916) 876-5700  scarhart@sacsheriff.com

Dangerous dog off leash reported

We have had a report from local neighborhood watch groups that a neighbor walking near Marble and Rampart was attacked by an off-leash loose black and brown pit pull at about 4:00 p.m. Although the dog attempted to bite the neighbor, she was thankfully rescued by a passerby in a car. This has been reported to the Sheriff's Dept., but it's extremely important that we determine who this dog belongs to so that action may be taken. If you have any information about who this dog might belong to, please contact your neighborhood watch coordinator, Olivia Magana, or Carmen Hirkala ASAP.

How to Protect Yourself in a Dog Attack

Taken from the Good Morning America website, referenced through the Humane Society of America:

What Not to Do

 Take flight. Don't run away from the dog, because it triggers the dog's prey drive. Once that happens, the dog will want to turn and chase you.

 If the dog catches you and starts attacking, don't hit it. The more you fight back, the more the struggle feeds into the dog's defensive drives and the more he wants to kill that prey and take it home.

5 Million Bites: When Dogs AttackWatch Video

What to Do

 If you are approached by a vicious dog, relax and be as still as possible.

 Drop your head so you don't make eye contact, but maintain an upright position.

 Cover you ears and press your elbows to your sides. This way, if the dog bites you, your ears, eyes, rib cage and vital organs are protected.

 If the dog grabs your arm or your leg, try to remain motionless. If the dog thinks you're dead, it should let go of you.

Stay safe out there everyone, and again, please do share any information you have on where this dog might have come from. 

Local Neighborhood Reports

Neighbor's Reports

12/26/2012 from Jan Drive

FYI A truck just pulled up in front of our house and dropped off a man and his shopping cart full of belongings.  The man pushed his cart into Jan Park.  Not sure if the man will be taking up camp in the park tonight, but I would assume so.  The man was white in his 30s wearing jeans and a black sweatshirt.  It is not the same man that I believe was living in the restroom a few weeks back.

Action taken: Jerry Epler at the Maintenance Shop at Carmichael Park District contacted requesting a check of the park for a camper. Will also refer this to POP Officer Peyton.


12/27/2012 from Jan Drive

I wanted to let you know someone attempted to break into our house last night. I was home alone with the kids and very thankful our dog started barking going crazy and scared the person off. Whoever it was used a step stool to jump over our fence to access our house from the back yard. They must have left in a hurry when they realized I was home because they left the foot stool in our front yard up aginst our fence. We took the stool and put it in our back yard, I doubt they will return. Please let the neighbors know this has happened so we can all watch over eachother. Thank you! 

12/28/12

Package found in park opened belonging to local address. 

Action taken:

Box returned to addressee and left for them to decide to report to Sheriff.

12/28/12

Graffiti on sidewalk in park near Jan and Slate entrance. 

Action taken:

Reported to Jerry Epler from Carmichael Parks and Recreation District.

What Can You Do?

• Be vigilant! 
• Pay attention to your surroundings and be sure to report to the Sheriff's Dept. any suspicious activity, no matter how "insignificant" it might seem. 
• Check all entryways and windows to be sure they are locked and secure when not in use, whether you are home or not.
• Use motion sensor lighting throughout your front and backyard to illuminate any areas where criminals might look to hide their activity.
• Keep in contact with your neighbors, and share your experiences with others-we're all here to help each other! 

We are sharing these incidents to keep you informed, but also to emphasize clearly that Neighborhood Watch does work. Thank you for reporting what you see and hear about the neighborhood and being part of the resolution to keep our streets safe. Knowledge is power!

Have a wonderful New Year everyone!

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Crime Report 12/19/2012

Put It On Your Calendar and Sheriff Dept Alert!

Greetings all!

Important Date
Just wanted to give you a heads up that the next Sacramento Sheriff Neighborhood Meeting will be January 15th at Del Campo High's Library at 6 p.m. Come out, meet your POP officer, and let em know you're part of the Lincoln Barrett Hills Neighborhood Watch group.

Street Coordinators
I'd also like to encourage street coordinators to get in touch with their streets in the new year and decide how often you plan to meet to keep your local members informed, active, and ready to help eachother out. If you'd like to let us know your next scheduled meeting or just a general plan of your meeting intervals (every 3 months, every 6 months, etc), I'd love to post it on your street group's page for others to find.

Sheriff Alert

From the Desk of Scott Jones from Sac Sheriff Dept.

The holidays are rapidly approaching and I know we all have some good tips for how to stay safe and protect ourselves, our families, our homes, and our neighbors during this time of giving and sharing, but I just wanted to take a quick minute to encourage us to think of how we can all give to those who are in need. The BHNA (Barrett Hills Neighborhood Association) recently held a small get together for kids and dogs at Jan Park as a canned food drive for St John's Women and Children Services. I know so many came out and gave heartily, and I'm so glad it turned out once again to be a success. We all have our own ways of sharing something we can during this time of year, I just wanted to thank you all for thinking of others, helping those in need (through the Sacramento Food Bank, Loaves and Fishes, your local church, Heifer International, whatever suits your nature and desires), and giving back this season, even as we talk about all the tactics we take to arm ourselves against criminals. I'm so glad I live in a great neighborhood that is active in so many ways!

If you have any tips for safety this holiday season, or just want to share your favorite recipe, just comment here or email me so I can share with others.

Have a wonderful week everyone!

Jan Park Watch Information from Carmichael Park District

Jan Park Watch Information

Your Safety is the Priority!

Never put yourself or others at risk—Do not intercede!
Park Watch only asks people to be alert, observant and caring. Contact the appropriate agency so action may be taken by the authorities to address the problem. The park closes at
 dusk.

How Do I Report What I See?

Please report activities as follows:

• To report a fire, medical emergency, or a crime in progress, call 911
• To report a suspicious person, vehicle or activity that concerns you, or to report a crime that has already been committed, call the Sacramento County Sheriff's non-emergency number at (916) 874-5115.
• To report maintenance emergencies that require immediate attention (water leaks, broken windows, broken or unsafe equipment), call the Carmichael Recreation and Park District Maintenance Division at (916) 481-0603 or (916) 487-6234 (Monday-Friday 6:30am-2:30pm and leave message). The After-Hours Emergency number at (916) 875-5000.
• For all other concerns, call the Carmichael Recreation and Park District Office at (916) 485-5322. (Monday-Friday 8:30-5pm)

Suspicious activities to watch for and report to the Sheriff's Department

Types of activities to watch for and report could include:

• Fighting or harassment
• Alcohol or illegal drug use
• Camping or park use after closing
• Motorized vehicles on park grounds
• Individuals vandalizing or defacing facilities or equipment
• Destruction of natural resources
• Selling, peddling or soliciting – prohibited, except during approved special events
• Amplified sound or loud music – except during approved special events
• Suspicious activity such as people peering in car windows, trying door handles, sitting in cars talking to passing children, or business transactions being conducted from a vehicle
• Any type of crime in progress or a crime that has already been committed, such as vehicle or building break-in

Activities to watch for and report to Maintenance Division

If immediate attention is necessary to address a maintenance issue, (water leaks, broken windows, broken or unsafe equipment), call the Carmichael Recreation and Park District Maintenance Division at (916) 481-0603 or (916) 487-6234 (Monday-Friday 6:30am-2:30pm and leave message). The After-Hours Emergency number at (916) 875-5000.

• Water leaks or running water - in public restrooms, fountains or broken sprinklers
• Broken or unsafe equipment
• Exterior lights not working
• Vandalism, such as graffiti (already occurred, please note location)
• If you see something that doesn't seem right, but it's not at the level you would contact the Sheriff's Department for, please call and leave a message at the district office (916) 485-5322. If necessary, staff will direct resources to address the issue or concern.

When You Call

A few things to keep in mind when you report information to the Sheriff's Department:

• Stay on the line and answer any questions from the 911 dispatcher
• Provide as much detail about the activity, individuals or vehicles (persons description, license plate numbers) involved if they can be safely determined
• Provide the name and address of the park you are calling from. Provide a detailed description of where the problem is located within the park using landmarks such as "near the playground" or "on Jan Drive"

Please Remember

All calls to the Sheriff's are prioritized. Priority is determined by the Sheriff's Department based on the availability of officers in proximity to the location and the number of other emergent calls received. Please do not expect an immediate response for non-emergency calls. All calls to the maintenance will be reviewed and addressed by staff during normal business hours, Mon. –  Friday.

Division Managers

Keith Maddison, Maintenance Services Manager - (916) 485-5322 x30

Tracy Kerth, Recreation Services Manager - (916) 485-5322 x23

Message through the Barrett Hills Neighborhood Association Re: Lost Dog

Hi all,

Just relaying a message from the BHNA in hopes of getting the message spread out to a broader group of people.



A lost dog needs your help in finding his home.... A small young black
Chihuahua was found on the edge of Jan park near Jan drive close to the
"main entrance. No tags.  Do you recognize him?

Contact us here, or the BHNA at http://barretthillsneighborhood.org if you know where this little guy belongs, and spread the word please?

Crime Report 12/3/12

Pretty quiet here on the Western front, eh? Remember to keep us up to date with anything you have concerns about in your area, and be sure to report any safety issues you have with the park here on the Jan Park Incidence Report or contact Olivia or Carmen with the Jan Park Watch program so we can pass the information on to the Carmichael Park District.

Street Coordinators:  contact Olivia or myself with any information about your groups progress, meetings, important dates, etc-we're here to make sharing information as easy as possible!

Hoping everyone stayed dry this weekend in spite of all the rain, and are ready for another small storm coming our way tomorrow. Stay safe and warm this week!