For the period of Sunday, August 24, 2025 – Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Police Department responded to 564 calls for service. Zero (0) residential burglaries, zero (0) commercial burglaries, and zero (0) attempted burglaries occurred during the reporting week.
Keeping Our Community Safe and Informed – Traffic Safety Tips (Labor Day Weekend)
Overview of Traffic Safety Tips
During Labor Day weekend, increased travel and celebrations often lead to heavier traffic and higher accident risks. Practicing safe driving habits, such as avoiding impaired driving and staying alert, helps keep the roads safe for everyone.
Traffic Safety Tips During the Labor Day Weekend
During Labor Day weekend, drivers are encouraged to stay alert, avoid distractions, and never drive under the influence to ensure the safety of all road users. Remember to buckle up, follow speed limits, and watch for pedestrians and cyclists, as traffic tends to increase during holiday travel. The following are traffic safety tips during the Labor Day weekend.
- Plan Ahead: Allow extra travel time to avoid rushing.
- Drive Sober: Never drink or drive—use a designated driver or rideshare.
- Stay Focused: No texting or phone use while driving.
- Buckle Up: Seatbelts save lives—everyone, every trip.
- Follow Speed Limits: Adjust to traffic and road conditions.
- Be Alert: Watch for pedestrians, cyclists, and holiday traffic.
- Take Breaks: Rest during long drives to stay safe and alert.
This report provides a summary of significant incidents managed by the San Marino Police Department (SMPD) during the current reporting period.
Traffic Enforcement
Traffic enforcement is guided by three (3) primary categories:
- Community-generated traffic complaints
- Officer-observed violations
- Analysis of traffic collision data
The Department maintains and regularly updates a comprehensive list of locations identified through traffic complaints and collision data to inform and prioritize enforcement efforts. As part of our traffic collision investigations, we also assess contributing factors that may have played a role in the incident. These factors may include distracted driving, roadway engineering, and environmental conditions.
Collisions:
| Location | Primary Collision Factor |
| San Marino Avenue / Huntington Drive | CVC §21453(a) – Running a Red Light |
| Huntington Drive / St. Albans Road | CVC §20002(a) – Hit & Run |
Sunday, August 24, 2025
Victim reported that unknown suspect(s) unlawfully stole personal checks and completed an unauthorized wire transfer in the amount of $2,300.00. This investigation remains ongoing.
Monday, August 25, 2025
5:17 AM / Incident Report / Los Robles Avenue / Wilson Avenue
Officers attempted to initiate a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation; however, the driver failed to yield. The driver proceeded at low speeds, disregarding multiple stop signs and a flashing red signal light. Due to increased traffic conditions and concerns for public safety, officers terminated the pursuit. This investigation remains ongoing.
11:33 AM / Theft / 2300 Block of Monterey Road
Victim reported a theft involving the unlawful taking of equipment from their vehicle. Unknown suspects removed equipment from the vehicle and fled the area in an unknown direction. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to locate potential witnesses and obtain additional security camera footage. The investigation remains ongoing.
4:45 PM / Traffic Collision / San Marino Avenue / Huntington Drive
Party #1 was traveling West on Huntington Drive, while Party #2 was traveling South on San Marino Avenue. Party #1 entered the intersection on a red light and collided with Party #2. The primary collision factor was CVC §21453(a) – Running a Red Light.
7:13 PM / Hit & Run / Huntington Drive / St. Albans Road
Party #2 was traveling West on Huntington Drive, when they were rear ended by Party #1. Party #1 did not stop and continued to drive away from the scene. The primary collision factor was CVC §20002(a) – Hit & Run.
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
8:24 AM / Hidden Camera / 2100 Block of Sherwood Road
Victim reported a hidden video camera located at their residence. The device was hidden inside a planter and positioned to face directly toward their property. This investigation remains ongoing.
9:30 AM / Documentation / Adair Street / St. Albans Road
A report was taken to document miscellaneous property that had been burned on the sidewalk.
10:34 AM / Theft / 2800 Block of Shakespeare Road
Victim reported a theft involving the unlawful taking of equipment from their vehicle. Unknown suspects removed equipment from the vehicle and fled the area in an unknown direction. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to locate potential witnesses and obtain additional security camera footage. The investigation remains ongoing.
11:29 AM / Financial Fraud / 1900 Block of Lorain Road
Victim reported that unknown suspect(s) unlawfully obtained their bank account information and conducted an unauthorized wire transfer in the amount of $3,400.00. This investigation remains ongoing.
12:09 PM / Incident Report / 600 Block of La Mirada Street
Officers responded to a report of financial elder/dependent adult abuse.
2:30 PM / Theft / 2300 Block of Melville Drive
Victim reported a theft involving the unlawful taking of equipment from their vehicle. Unknown suspect(s) used an unknown tool to pry open a utility compartment door and removed two (2) chainsaws. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to locate potential witnesses and obtain additional security camera footage. The investigation remains ongoing.
5:44 PM / Incident Report / 2400 Block of Mission Street
A report was taken to document a fall on city property.
8:50 PM / Incident Report / California Boulevard / Chester Avenue
A report was taken to document a fall on city property.
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
12:44 PM / Theft / 1100 Block of Lorain Road
Victim reported a theft involving the unlawful taking of personal property from their vehicle. Upon further investigation, it was revealed that the suspect(s) utilized the victim’s credit cards at a local grocery store. This investigation remains ongoing.
3:07 PM / Incident Report / 2400 Block of Lorain Road
Party #1 was traveling West on Lorain Road on a motorcycle when they collided with Party #2, a parked and unoccupied vehicle at the time.
Thursday, August 28, 2025
11:36 AM / Incident Report / Huntington Drive / Rubio Drive
Officers conducted a traffic stop and upon further investigation, it was determined the driver was in violation for CVC §14601.2(a) – Driving with a License Suspended for DUI. Heidy Elizabeth Diaz (D.O.B. 06/22/1992, Pasadena) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
1:16 PM / Hit and Run / 2400 Block of Mission Street
Party #1 was parked along the south curb of Mission Street and attempted to merge into traffic and collided with Party #2. Party #2 was traveling East on Mission Street. After the incident, Party #1 pulled over and attempted to exchange information; however, Party #2 continued driving and did not stop. Upon further investigation, Party #2’s vehicle was located, and it was later determined that the driver was unlicensed.
1:45 PM / Traffic Collision / Huntington Drive / Gainsborough Drive
Officers were dispatched to a solo vehicle traffic collision. Investigation revealed the driver experienced a medical emergency, causing the vehicle to collide with the center median and a speed limit post.
3:42 PM / Documentation / 1500 Block of Bradbury Road
A report was taken to document a stolen license plate.
4:10 PM / Documentation / 1500 Block of Oak Grove Avenue
A report was taken to document the receipt of a mailing envelope containing miscellaneous information.
4:45 PM / Documentation / 1800 Block of Los Robles Avenue
A report was taken to document a possible residential burglary.
9:21 PM / Theft / 600 Block of Canterbury Road
Victim reported theft of a delivered package from their residence. The suspect was described as a female wearing a top with ripped jeans and has visible tattoos.
Friday, August 29, 2025
10:55 AM / Incident Report / Huntington Drive / Gainsborough Drive
Officers conducted a traffic stop. Upon the officer exiting their patrol vehicle, the suspect(s) fled the scene. Officers initiated a vehicle pursuit, which was later canceled due to public safety concerns. This investigation remains ongoing.
7:51 PM / Incident Report / California Boulevard / San Gabriel Boulevard
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation. During the stop, the driver was in violation of CVC §12500(a) – Driving Without a License. A records check revealed the driver had one (1) outstanding warrant from Arcadia Police Department in violation of PC §148(a)(1) – Resisting Arrest, for a total amount of $25,000.00. Erwvin Rafael Estrada Ochoa (D.O.B. 06/19/2001, El Monte) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
1:38 AM / Incident Report / Huntington Drive / Bedford Road
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation. During the stop, the driver was in violation of CVC §12500(a) – Driving Without a License. A records check revealed the driver had two (2) outstanding warrant from Los Angeles Police Department for minor traffic related offenses, and from Glendale Police Department in violation of PC §530.5(c)(1) – Identity Theft, for a total amount of $25,000.00. Ernest Jones (D.O.B. 08/23/1983, Los Angeles) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
11:01 AM / Theft / 2900 Block of Huntington Drive
Victim reported a theft involving the unlawful taking of multiple electrical circuit breakers from electrical boxes. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to locate potential witnesses and obtain additional security camera footage. The investigation remains ongoing.
4:18 PM / Documentation / 400 Block of Plymouth Road
A report was taken to document a family dispute.
END OF ACTIVITY REPORT
