For the period of Sunday, April 19, 2026 – Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Police Department responded to 599 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 – Romance Scams and “Pig Butchering” Scams
Overview of Romance Scams and “Pig Butchering” Scams
Romance scams and “pig butchering” scams are online fraud schemes where criminals build trust with victims, often through dating apps or social media, to solicit money. Romance scams involve fake relationships and fabricated emergencies, while “pig butchering” scams gradually persuade victims to invest in fraudulent financial or cryptocurrency platforms. Both rely on emotional manipulation and often result in significant financial loss.
Protect Yourself from Scams
- The Tactic: Scammers use fake profiles to build trust, often moving conversations to private apps to “groom” victims for money or fake investments (“pig butchering”).
- Red Flags: Be wary of anyone who avoids video calls, shares inconsistent stories, or creates a sense of financial urgency.
- Financial Safety: Never send cash, crypto, or financial info to someone you haven’t met in person. Avoid clicking suspicious investment links.
- Action Plan: Always consult a trusted friend before making financial moves and report suspicious activity to law enforcement and the platform immediately.
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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 |
| Huntington Drive / West Drive | CVC §21800 – Failure to Yield |
| 1700 Block of El Molino Avenue | CVC §21800 – Failure to Yield |
Sunday, April 19, 2026
9:22 PM / Documentation / 2200 Block of Melville Drive
A report was taken to document a welfare check.
Monday, April 20, 2026
10:07 AM / Documentation / 1400 Block of Virginia Road
A report was taken to document a welfare check.
11:43 AM / Found Property / 400 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document found bicycles.
12:38 PM / False Report / 1800 Block of Palmas Drive
Officers responded to a reported domestic disturbance involving allegations of physical harm among family members. Upon further investigation, officers determined the report was false. This investigation remains ongoing.
3:05 PM / Traffic Collision / Huntington Drive / West Drive
Party #1 collided to the rear end of Party #2 at a red traffic signal light. The primary collision factor was CVC §21800 – Failure to Yield.
3:31 PM / Documentation / Garfield Avenue / Huntington Drive
A vehicle was impounded for expired registration over six (6) months.
4:18 PM / Incident Report / 400 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a Trespass Authorization form.
4:53 PM / Found Property / 2600 Block of Canterbury Road
A report was taken to document a found respirator.
7:04 PM / Warrant Arrest / 1600 Block of Euclid Avenue
Officers conducted a traffic stop for violation of CVC §4000(a)(1) – Expired Registration Tabs. A records check revealed the driver had one (1) outstanding warrant from El Monte Police Department. Musni L. Hermenegildo Jr. (D.O.B. 02/06/1977, North Hollywood) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
7:39 PM / Warrant Arrest / Huntington Drive / San Gabriel Boulevard
Officers conducted a traffic stop for violation of CVC §4000(a)(1) – Expired Registration Tabs. A records check revealed the driver had one (1) outstanding warrant from the California Highway Patrol. Daniel Morales (D.O.B. 08/21/1998, Rosemead) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
4:31 PM / Documentation / 1700 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a possible nonconsensual distribution of images.
6:58 PM / Documentation / 1300 Block of Granada Avenue
A report was taken to document a welfare check.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Nothing of significance to report.
Friday, April 24, 2026
3:29 PM / Documentation / 1900 Block of Los Robles Avenue
A report was taken to document a Trespass Authorization form.
4:13 PM / Warrant Arrest / Huntington Drive / Kensington Road
Officers conducted a traffic stop for violation of CVC §24252(a)(1) – Inoperable Break Lights. A records check revealed the driver had two (2) outstanding warrants from the Los Angeles Metropolitan Superior Courthouse and was in violation of CVC 12500(a) – Driving Without a License. Luis Alberto Nova (D.O.B. 03/24/1970, Los Angeles) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
9:39 PM / Documentation / 1900 Block of Euclid Avenue
Victim reported receiving anonymous mail indicating potential financial fraud.
4:09 PM / Traffic Collision / 1700 Block of El Molino Avenue
Party #1 was parked in a designated stall at the location. While attempting to maneuver, Party #1 accelerated instead of applying the brake, causing the vehicle to collide with a wall block separating the parking lot from an adjacent residential property. The primary collision factor was CVC §21800 – Failure to Yield.
END OF ACTIVITY REPORT
