The Graffiti Enforcement Team has made 7 arrests for the week ending 4/30/08. The team's detailed investigations have led to 6 felony arrests and 1 misdemeanor arrest. Along with the outstanding work of the School Resource Officers and our Patrol Officers, we were able to identify several new taggers as well as identifying an all female tagging crew. The Team is adamant about cracking down on vandals and we are working with the public, businesses and schools to close in on these subjects. Listed below are the arrests made this past week by the Team as well as some taggers that have been identified.
As a Reminder: These suspects are juveniles. State law does not allow their pictures or names to be released.
JAYCEE PARK VANDALS WERE ARRESTED
Three separate taggers are responsible for the damage done below to Jaycee Park. They were arrested for felony vandalism under DR # 08-029013. The damage done to the park is estimated to be over $1,000. Please see the information below the photographs for damage and identification information on the 3 taggers: (See attachment)
Tagger #1 This juvenile lives in the 1800 block of James Pl and is a 13 year old MH with the moniker of "TOXIC" with ACK aka Always Creating Kaos, Art Crime Kings, All City Krew. He is 5'05" 120 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He attends Emerson Jr. High.
Tagger #2 This juvenile lives in the 1700 block of San Bernardino and is a 13 year old MH with the moniker of "ECKO" / ACK Always Creating Kaos, Art Crime Kings, All City Krew. He is 4'11" 97 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He attends Palomares Middle school.
Tagger #3 This juvenile lives in the 1700 block of Cordova and is a 15 year old MH with the moniker of "MOST" with ACK Always Creating Kaos, Art Crime Kings, All City Krew. He is 5'04" 135 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He attends Montclair High school. This individual has also claimed the moniker of "SORT" also with ACK. This is his second arrest this year for felony vandalism.
TAGGER LIVING IN THE CITY OF ETIWANDA ARRESTED FOR DAMAGE DONE IN POMONA
The above listed juvenile is a 14 year old MH with the moniker of "SIN" with ESK aka East Side Kings. He is 5'05" 125 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes. He was arrested for felony vandalism under DR #08-0027092. This incident caused over $2,000 worth of damage to a local business. This incident is still under investigation due to there being 2 more suspects outstanding, the Unit is attempting to identify them as well. (See attachment)
TAGGER LIVING IN THE 1500 BLOCK OF N. SAN ANTONIO WAS ARRESTED
The above listed juvenile is a 15 year old MH who attends Pomona High School. He goes by the moniker of "TRATO" with DGAK aka Drugs Graffing Art Krew. He is 5'06" 150 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. This subject was caught defacing school property and was arrested and cited out for misdemeanor vandalism.
TAGGER LIVING IN THE 2300 BLOCK OF CARLTON WAS ARRESTED.
The above listed juvenile is a 17 year old MH with the moniker of "MENACE" with TNSK aka Tokin Non Stop Krew. He is 5'09" 140 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He was arrested for felony vandalism done to Westmont School DR # 08-025097 and City of Pomona Water Department Water Tanks under DR #08-061131. Estimated damage at both locations is $1,000 each. (See attachment)
TAGGER LIVING IN THE 1300 BLOCK OF LAUREL WAS ARRESTED.
The above listed juvenile is a 15 year old MH with the moniker of "2FAR or TWOFAR" with 420k. He is 5'05" 135 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He attends "Park North High School" and was arrested for felony vandalism under DR#08-061131 with damages estimated at $850.00. This subject has also claimed he belongs to the crew of OTM aka Out To Mob with the same moniker previously listed. This is his second arrest in three months for felony vandalism. Due to the fact he allowed his first arrest to go to a warrant, his second arrest allowed the team to transport him to Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall where he is currently awaiting trial. (See attachment)
GIRL TAGGING CREW IDENTIFIED AT MARSHALL MIDDLE SCHOOL
The above listed crew is MBL aka Mi Barrio Loco. This is a female crew that was identified at Marshall Middle school with the help of school administrators, a School Resource Officer and the Youth Services Unit. The investigation led to the identification of 3 members listed below and two more that are still under investigation. A sixth subject claimed no ties to the crew but was identified as being an associate of the crew.
Tagger #1 Identified This juvenile lives in the 700 block of N. Holt and is a FH with the moniker of "LIL CRAZY". She is 5'3" 100 lbs with brown hair brown eyes.
Tagger #2 Identified This juvenile lives in the 500 block of W. Orange Grove and is a FH with the moniker of "LADY SIC". She is 5'03 143 lbs with black hair and brown eyes.
Tagger #3 Identified This juvenile lives in the 1000 block of N. Huntington and is a FH with no claimed moniker. She is 5'02" 116 lbs with brown hair and brown eyes.
TAGGER IDENTIFIED LIVING IN THE 1200 BLOCK OF W. 3RD
The above listed juvenile is a 16 year old MH with the moniker of "SHORTY" with 420K. He is 5'0" 110 lbs with black hair brown eyes. This individual was stopped by a patrol unit and during the investigation the subject admitted to being a tagger.
NEW TAGGING CREW IDENTIFIED AS SKE aka SMOKIN KUSH EVERYDAY
Tagger #1 Identified This juvenile lives in the 600 block of N. San Antonio and is a 13 year old MH with the moniker of "FLACO". He attends Emerson Middle School and is 5'09" 130 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. This individual was stopped by patrol for loitering and at the time of questioning the subject admitted to being a tagger.
Tagger #2 Identified This juvenile lives in the 600 block of N. San Antonio and is a 15 year old MH with the moniker of "BIG SMOKE". He attends Pomona High School and is 5'07" 211 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. This individual was stopped by patrol for loitering and at the time of questioning the subject admitted to being a tagger.
Tagger #3 Identified This subject is a MH 20 years of age and lives in the City of Riverside. His moniker is "SHADOW". This individual was stopped by patrol for loitering and at the time of questioning the subject admitted to being a tagger.
Please be aware of the above information. The City of Pomona maintains a reward program for the arrest of graffiti vandals. In addition, WE TIP offers a reward of up to $1,000 for the arrest and conviction of criminals.
To learn more about graffiti prevention or to set up a presentation for Neighborhood Watch, please contact CSO Ybarra directly.
Requests for vandalism reports can be directed to the Pomona Police Department’s non-emergency number at 909-622-1241. To have graffiti removed contact the Graffiti Removal Hotline @ 909-620-2265. Any information regarding graffiti or suspect information can be sent to the Graffiti Coordinator, Leesa Ybarra at the Pomona Police Department. She can be reached at 909-802-7464 or via email at leesa_ybarra@ci.pomona.ca.us. Persons who wish to remain anonymous may also call We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (1-800-782-7463).
Sgt. M. Ellis
CRITICAL MISSING
The female pictured is considered a Critical Missing, she was last seen on April 19, 2008 at her home on W. Holt Ave., Pomona. She is schizophrenic and requires her medication or she becomes violent. She has not taken her medication for 4-days and has not been seen since the 19th.
Name: Grace Solis Silva, 38 years old, female Hispanic, 5'2" and 200 lbs., brown hair, brown eyes, scars across both forearms and missing a front tooth.
She was last seen wearing a black skirt, blue blouse, white long sweater and black heels. If you have any information please contact the Pomona Police Department Watch Commander at 909-620-2151, refer to Pomona PD Case #08-061100. (See attachment)
Crime Analysis Unit
Pomona Police Department
NEIGHBORHOOD e-Watch Message
A public service of the Pomona Police Department
A Portion of Fairplex Drive will be closed near Ganesha High School, May 1, 2008 from 9:00am –12:00 p.m. The road closure is to facilitate the most effective drunk driving prevention program available, “Every 15 Minutes”.
The Pomona Police Department, in conjunction with the California Office of Traffic Safety and Ganesha High School, will present an “Every 15 Minutes” program on May 1 and 2, 2008. The program will be held at Ganesha High School, 1151 Fairplex Dr., Pomona.
This two-day program involves a simulated fatal traffic collision with a DUI driver and the aftermath of a collision. The purpose of the program is to provide an accurate picture of an alcohol-related fatal collision, the results of that collision, and the effect of the collision from the perspective of all parties involved. Our hope is to show not only young people, but, all who drive, that the choice to drink and drive rests with those who accept the privilege and responsibility of driving in California.
On May 1, 2008, the Pomona Police Department will conduct an on-scene collision investigation with the assistance of the following agencies:
• Los Angeles County Fire Department
• Cole-Schaefer Ambulance
• Mercy-Air (Medical Helicopter)
• Pomona Valley Hospital Medical Center
• Los Angeles County Coroner’s Office
Students at Ganesha High School will be the participants in the collision as drivers and injured passengers. The simulation will include on-scene trauma triage, DUI investigation, and hospital treatment/death. At the conclusion of the collision scene the participating students will then begin an overnight retreat with activities designed to show the effects of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. On May 2, 2008, an assembly will be held at Ganesha High School at which time the “dead” students will be reunited with their parents. During the High School assembly, a powerful video of the previous day’s activities will be shown to Ganesha High students, as well as presentations by several guest speakers.
Any questions, please contact Corporal Brian Hagerty at (909) 620-2318.
CSO B. Sutherland
Taggers Arrested
The Graffiti Enforcement Team has made several arrests for the week ending 4/19/08 on our graffiti vandals. The team's detailed investigations have led to 3 felony arrests. Also with the outstanding work of the School Resource Officers and our Patrol Officers, we were able to identify 7 taggers throughout the City. The Team is adamant about cracking down on these vandals and is working with the public, businesses and schools to close in on them. Listed below are the arrests made this past week by the Team as well as some tagger's that have been identified.
Tagger living in the 1800 block of Huntington was arrested.
The above listed juvenile is a 16 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "OSHI" with FCK aka Forever Crowned Kings. He is 5'09" 135 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He was arrested for felony vandalism under DR #08-048050.). (See attachment)
The items shown in picture were collected from the taggers home.
Tagger living in the 900 block of E. Kingsley was arrested.
The above listed juvenile is a 16 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "PANIK" with TRK aka The Reckless Krew. He is 5'09" 185 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. He was arrested for felony vandalism under DR #08-016379. This incident caused over $2,000 worth of damage to Emerson Middle School. A second juvenile was arrested in this same incident. This tagger lives in the 600 block of Washington Ave. This juvenile is a 15 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "REVOLV" also with TRK. He is 5'06" 160 lbs with black hair and brown eyes. Both subjects were charged with felony vandalism and this is still an ongoing investigation.
Tagger identified living in the 500 block of W. 9th St.
The above listed subject is a 16 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "ELMO" with 420K aka Four Twenty Smoking Krew. He is 5'06" 130 lbs with brown hair green eyes. This subject was stopped and admitted to the officer he was a tagger. Subject attends Park North High School.
Tagger identified living in the 1500 block of Holly Way.
The above listed subject is a 16 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "DREAMER" with FTSK aka Four Twenty Smoking Krew. He is 5'06" 130 lbs with brown hair brown eyes. This subject attends Garey High School and was contacted by a School Resource Officer. He subsequently admitted to being a tagger.
Reminder: These suspects are juveniles. State law does not allow for their pictures or names to be released.
Tagger identified living in the 1300 block of E. Kingsley Ave.
The above listed subject is a 22 year old male Hispanic with the moniker of "WEASEL" with B2B aka Beyond The Best. He is 5'8" 155 lbs with brown hair and green eyes. This subject was questioned by the unit and it was at this time the subject admitted to being a tagger.
Please be aware of the above and that the City of Pomona maintains a reward program for the arrest of graffiti vandals. In addition, WE TIP offers a reward up to $1,000 for the arrest and conviction of criminals. To learn more about graffiti prevention or to set up a presentation for Neighborhood Watch, please contact CSO Ybarra directly.
Requests for vandalism reports can be directed to the Pomona Police Department’s non-emergency number at 909-622-1241. To have graffiti removed contact the Graffiti Removal Hotline at 909-620-2265. Any information regarding graffiti or suspect information can be sent to the Graffiti Coordinator, Leesa Ybarra at the Pomona Police Department. She can be reached at 909-802-7464 or via email at leesa_ybarra@ci.pomona.ca.us . Persons who wish to remain anonymous may also call We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME (1-800-782-7463)
Sgt. M. Ellis
SHOTS FIRED AREA OF GIBBS & HOLT
Over the last thirty (30) days there have been three (3) reports of shots fired in the area of Gibbs/Holt:
February 17, 2008 7:00 PM
08-0244477
715 N. Gibbs
Shots heard only – no victim.
March 17, 2008 9:50 PM
08-039679
401 N. Gibbs
Shots heard only – no victim.
March 18, 2008 10:17 AM
08-039878
715 N. Gibbs
Three separate calls came in at about the same time. The callers described hearing rapid-fire shots. One of the callers described a possible suspect vehicle: mid-size white car with black stripes running down the middle. This car reportedly contained two male blacks who were wearing masks. We thank the callers who provided this information.
After some searching, officers tracked down a 27-year-old male who was the intended target. This individual lives in the vicinity.
The victim was vague and evasive. However, officers determined that the victim is a gang member and is feuding with other gang members who live in the area. It appears that all involved are African-American and this was not a raced based incident.
The Pomona Police NET Team will be following up with the landlord of two addresses that appear to be connected to this latest incident. The landlord is located in Claremont. It is my belief that landlords play a big role in cleaning up our neighborhoods and we will actively pursue wihin the law holding them accountable for criminal and nuisance activity.
The Gang Unit is following up on confirming the identities of the shooters. Anyone with information about problem locations in the area or information that will help identify the car or suspects should call the Pomona Police Department at 909-622-1241 or We Tip at 1-800-78-CRIME.
