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On Friday two men went to a home on Norwich Avenue towards Marson where they told the 90 year old homeowner that something of theirs was in her backyard. When she took them out back, another person entered her house through the front door and ransacked her home!!!
This is a ploy that is being used all over, BUT NOW IT IS BEING USED IN OUR OWN NEIGHBORHOOD!
We need to spread the word to ALL of our Neighbors!
Hello Everyone,
It has been brought to my attention of a possible scam situation where they attempted to possibly commit a home burglary. Though due to the quick thinking of this individual the burglary did take place.
A woman had called this person and stated they were calling from the Gas Company Energy Savings Assistance(ESA) Program and wanted to setup an appointment to inspect the house to see whether it was eligible for free energy updates to improve energy consumption.
They stated their name but mumbled it and when they were asked again to repeating to be home their name they stated they would give them their card when they came.
They asked whether this person would be home between10:00 and 11:00am Monday and when this person said yes, the caller advised them they would call before they arrived.
The person was aware that the Gas Company did have an assistance program, but this also made them think about the way some potential burglars can check to see if anyone is going to be at this residence.So they called the Gas Company and they gave them the phone number for the Energy Savings Assistance Program. The woman this person spoke with stated they were suspicious because any of the companies who do that type of work for the Gas Company always identify themselves as the Gas Company has over 50 such companies working for them.
I would like to suggest if any of you receive a similar phone call to get in touch with the Gas Companies ESA Program by calling800-331-7593 to verify whether the call they just received is legitimate.
Keep in mind that it is usually the practice of the Gas Company to slip an ad flier in your bill statement or mail you an additional notice with a number to call if you are interested.
DO NOT agree by phone to have anyone trying to sell something or offering a free service by setting up an in home appointment.
And remember, NEVER open your door to a stranger,but let them know someone is home by talking through the door or at a front window that you are not interested and to please leave or you will call the police.
Alert: Critical Missing Juvenile - Mission Area
12-Year-Old at Risk Missing Juvenile
Los Angeles: The family of Sarai Polanco and the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) are asking for the public’s assistance in locating Sarai, who has been missing since Tuesday, February 14, 2012, at approximately 7:30pm. Sarai was despondent after her mother recently was admitted into the hospital and an argument with family members.
Sarai Polanco was last seen in the area of 8800 block of Van Nuys Blvd. on February 14, 2012, possible in the company of an unidentified male black adult, 18 years, no further information. A search of the immediate area using K9 and uniformed officers was unsuccessful. Saria was wearing a white polo type shirt, blue pants and black shoes carrying a purple gym type of handbag. Saria has long brown dark hair, brown eyes. She is approximately 5 feet tall with a medium build and weighs 120 pounds.
Anyone with information regarding the whereabouts of Sarai Polanco is urged to contact LAPD Mission Division at (818) 838-9800. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crimestoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on "webtips" and follow the prompts. REF DR 12-19-06573
Instructions:
Call Mission Desk with any information on Sarai Palanco's whereabouts. 818-838-9800
Missing 12-Year-Old, Kaley Frizielli NR12074ne
Los Angeles: The family of Kaley Frizielli and the LAPD requests the public’s help in finding Kaley.
Kaley was last seen by staff members at a group home, Thursday, February 02, 2012, she was last seen leaving the 14500 hundred block of Sylvan Street, in Van Nuys. Kaley is from out of state and has only been in California for eight days. Kaley left the group home and has not had any contact with any of her family or staff members. This is out of character for Kaley.
Kaley is a Black female with brown hair, hazel eyes, 5 feet 2 inches tall, and weighs about 153 pounds. She was wearing dark jeans, a red sweater and black shoes.
Anyone with who has seen, or has any information regarding Kaley’s whereabouts is asked to call the LAPD Van Nuys, Juvenile Detective Unit, Detective Darrell Van Roy at (818) 374-0001. During non-business hours or on weekends, calls should be directed to 1-877-LAPD-24-7. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous should call Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). Tipsters may also contact Crimestoppers by texting to phone number 274637 (C-R-I-M-E-S on most keypads) with a cell phone. All text messages should begin with the letters “LAPD.” Tipsters may also go to LAPDOnline.org, click on "webtips" and follow the prompts.
Just a friendly reminder that our Neighborhood watch meeting is tomorrow at 7pm at Debbies. Our Guest Speaker is Patty Sanchez our Field Representative from Tony Carednas Office.
I hope to see you ALL there!!!
