For the period of Sunday, February 8, 2026 – Saturday, February 14, 2026, the Police Department responded to 589 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 – Security Awareness Month
Overview of Security Awareness Month
Security Awareness Month and the National See Something, Say Something Awareness Day encourages the public to stay vigilant and report suspicious, terrorism-related, or criminal activity. By trusting their instincts and promptly notifying authorities, individuals help prevent potential threats and protect their communities.
Helpful Tips for Security Awareness Month
- What to Report: Unusual behavior, unauthorized access, surveillance of security systems, attempts to gather information on infrastructure, unattended bags, or bulky clothing in warm weather.
- Where to Report: Contact local law enforcement or dial 9-1-1 in emergencies.
- Purpose: Prevent crimes and terrorism by encouraging community members to report uncomfortable or potentially dangerous situations.
- Definition of Suspicious: Based on behavior, not race, ethnicity, religion, or gender.
- Slogan: Report. Prevent.
DHS.gov
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 |
| Sierra Madre Boulevard / California Boulevard | CVC §21453 – Running a Red Light |
| 900 Block of Winston Avenue | CVC §22103 – Unsafe Turning Movement |
Sunday, February 8, 2026
8:28 AM / Documentation / 2300 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document found property.
10:40 AM / Petty Theft / 2200 Block of Ashbourne Drive
An unknown suspect removed packages from the victim’s front porch and fled the area in an unknown direction. The suspect was described as wearing a light-colored vest over a dark sweater, dark-colored pants, a hat, and a face mask. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to identify potential witnesses and recover any available security camera footage. This investigation is ongoing.
11:32 PM / Warrant Arrest / Huntington Drive / Kenilworth Avenue
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a violation of CVC §5204(a) – Expired Registration Tabs. A records check revealed the driver is in violation of CVC §14601.2(a) – Driving with a Suspended License for DUI and had one (1) outstanding warrant issued by the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department. Celina Marie Rangel (D.O.B. 01/12/1986, Tulare) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Monday, February 9, 2026
8:08 AM / Theft / 1800 Block of Euclid Avenue
Unknown suspect(s) forcibly cut the lock securing the perimeter gate of a construction site, gaining unauthorized access to the property. Once inside, the suspect(s) stole construction equipment and fled the area. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to identify potential witnesses and recover any available security camera footage. This investigation is ongoing.
9:37 AM / Documentation / 1800 Block of Euclid Avenue
A report was taken to document the repossession of a vehicle.
10:26 AM / Documentation / 3100 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a student displaying disruptive behavior.
12:16 PM / Traffic Collision / Sierra Madre Boulevard / California Boulevard
Party #1 was involved in a collision with Party #2 at the intersection. Party #2’s vehicle was towed from the scene. The primary collision factor is CVC §21453 – Running a Red Light.
12:21 PM / Identity Theft / 2400 Block of Coniston Place
Victim reported receiving correspondence from a banking institution addressed to a business using the victim’s residential address. The victim did not authorize the use of their address for this purpose. This investigation is ongoing.
1:15 PM / Documentation / 1700 Block of Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a student displaying disruptive behavior.
11:58 PM / Arrest / Los Robles Avenue / Ashbourne Drive
Officers conducted a traffic stop for a violation of CVC §21457(a) – Failure to Stop at Stop Sign. A records check revealed the driver is in violation of CVC §14601.2(a) – Driving with a Suspended License for DUI. Samuel Vega, Jr., (D.O.B. 03/23/1986, Los Angeles) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Tuesday, February 10, 2026
10:00 AM / Financial Fraud / 1900 Block of Endicott Road
Victim reported receiving a phone call from an unknown suspect who falsely identified themselves as an investigator with a banking institution. The suspect instructed the victim to withdraw a large sum of money to assist with an alleged investigation. The victim discovered that the password to their online banking account had been changed without authorization. Further unauthorized transfer attempts between accounts were identified and later stopped. This investigation is ongoing.
4:38 PM / Identity Theft / 2300 Block of Los Robles Avenue
Victim reported being notified of an unauthorized phone purchase associated with their cellular service provider account. The victim contacted the service provider to report the unauthorized transaction. The investigation is ongoing.
4:52 PM / Documentation / 2200 Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a welfare check.
7:46 PM / Documentation / 600 Block of Old Mill Road
A report was taken to document a welfare check.
Wednesday February 11, 2026
3:33 PM / Vehicle Burglary / 1400 Block of Virginia Road
An unknown suspect unlawfully entered the victim’s vehicle by shattering the rear window and removing property. The suspect fled the scene in an unknown direction. The victim reported that credit cards were stolen during the incident and were used without authorization at a local grocery market. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to identify potential witnesses and recover any available security camera footage. This investigation is ongoing.
11:02 PM / Warrant Arrest / 2500 Block of Mission Street
Officers conducted a welfare check on an individual pushing a stroller in a parking structure. A records check revealed the individual is in violation of PC §666.1(a)(1) – Petty Theft with Prior Convictions. Oswaldo Gaona (D.O.B. 08/05/1995, Los Angeles) was issued an Own Recognizance citation and released in the field without incident.
Thursday, February 12, 2026
9:22 AM / Grand Theft / 2800 Block of Lorain Road
Victim reported that an unknown suspect removed packages from the front porch of their residence and fled the area in an unknown direction. The suspect is described as a short, heavy-set Hispanic male adult with brown hair. He was last seen wearing a dark-colored zip-up hooded sweatshirt, a dark T-shirt, light-colored shorts, white socks, and tennis shoes. Officers conducted a canvass of the surrounding area to identify potential witnesses and recover any available security camera footage. This investigation is ongoing.
Friday, February 13, 2026
11:43 AM / Theft / 2200 Huntington Drive
Victim reported to the station that they had invested a substantial amount of money with a lending company. The victim later discovered that the company was determined to be fraudulent. This investigation is ongoing.
11:26 PM / Missing Person / Ridgeway Road / Huntington Drive
A report was taken to document a missing person was located.
Saturday, February 14, 2026
12:17 PM / Traffic Collision / 900 Block of Winston Avenue
Party #1 was traveling South on Winston Avenue, with Party #2 following behind in the same direction. Party #1 initiated a U-turn in the middle of the roadway without ensuring sufficient clearance from oncoming or following traffic. As Party #1 executed the U-turn, Party #2 attempted to avoid a collision by veering to the left and applying their brakes. Despite these efforts, Party #2 was unable to stop in time and collided with Party #1’s vehicle during the maneuver. The primary collision factor is CVC §22103 – Unsafe Turning Movement.
1:35 PM / Identity Theft / 1900 Block of Del Mar Avenue
Victim reported receiving a letter by mail from a phone service provider indicating that a new account had been opened using the victim’s personal information. Victim did not authorize the opening of this account. This investigation is ongoing.
END OF ACTIVITY REPORT
