Deputies arrest Camille Knox for threatening deputies and resisting arrest

DATE/TIME: Sunday, November 4, 2018/ 1:30 A.M.

INCIDENT: Threats to Deputy, Resisting Arrest

LOCATION: Carbon Canyon Road and Chino Hills Parkway, Chino Hills

SUSPECT(S): Camille Knox, 18- year-old resident of Chino Hills

VICTIM(S): San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Sergeant

SUMMARY: On Sunday, November 4, 2018, at about 1:30 A.M., deputies from the Chino Hills Police Department responded to numerous 911 calls from motorists regarding a female standing in the roadway who was nearly struck by passing vehicles. Upon arrival, Knox was standing in the middle of the road on Carbon Canyon. When police attempted to contact her, she immediately fled, and a lengthy foot pursuit ensued. Knox threatened to kill the deputy and continued resisting. She was taken into custody and transported to the West Valley Detention Center in lieu of $50,000.00 bail.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at (1-800-78 CRIME: 1-800-782-7463) or may leave information on the We-Tip website at, http://www.wetip.com.

Refer: Deputy Scott Walsh

Station: Chino Hills

Phone No. (909) 364-2000

Case No. 221803570

Century Communities hosts grand-opening November 3rd for The Bungalows and The Cottages at Stonebrook in Chino New detached homes offer six different designs starting in the low $500s 

CHINO– Century Communities, recently named the fastest-growing public builder by Builder magazine, announced today that the public is invited to grand-opening festivities Nov. 3 at Stonebrook featuring two new neighborhoods The Bungalows and The Cottages starting in the low $500s. The celebration runs 12–2 p.m. at 13844 Farm House Ave. in Chino and includes a live broadcast from KFrog (95.1 FM), an In-N-Out Burger food truck and a raffle to win concert tickets.

Located near the Chino Spectrum Town Center, Century Communities’ The Bungalows and The Cottages at Stonebrookoffers homebuyers a spectrum of lifestyle choices designed for entertaining. The Bungalows starts in the low $500s and includes three two-story plans ranging in size from 1,802 to 2,227 square feet, with choices of 3-5 bedrooms and up to three baths. The Cottages starts in the $600s and includes larger two-story floor plans with 3-5 bedrooms and up to 3baths. All homes at Stonebrook include two-car garages, comfortable dens, lofts, entertaining kitchens and optional covered outdoor living spaces.

Shane Bouchard, Southern California division president for Century Communities, said, “New home ownership—your way—is both affordable and flexible at Stonebrook. Growing families will appreciate living in this great community, which is close to freeways, Los Angeles, Orange County, and the Inland Empire.” 

Stonebrook also offers homeowners access to a resort-style private community swim club with recreation center, access to a regional trail system, solar package options, no Mello-Roos fees and it’s convenient to the State Routes 60 and 71. Nearby schools include Edwin Rhodes Elementary, Magnolia Junior High and Chino High School. 

Located 35 miles from Los Angeles, the city of Chino is bounded by Chino Hills to the west, Pomona to the northwest, San Bernardino County to the north, Ontario to the northeast, Eastvale to the southeast and Riverside County to the south. Because of the surrounding area’s pastoral and rural settings, Chino has been a popular site for numerous Hollywood films and TV shows. The Planes of Fame and Yanks Air Museums are popular tourist attractions at the Chino Airport. 

Homebuyers interested in grand-opening sales opportunities can visit with community managers at the Stonebrook sales gallery. If you are traveling on the 60 Fwy exit Euclid Ave and head south or coming from the 71 Hwy exit S. Euclid and head north.  Entering from Euclid, turn onto Redbud Lane and follow the signs to the models and sales gallery.

 For more information, please visit https://www.centurycommunities.com/find-your-home/california  

About Century Communities:

Century Communities, Inc. (NYSE:CCS) is one of the nation’s largest U.S. homebuilders, engaged in all aspects of homebuilding, including the acquisition, entitlement and development of land and the construction, marketing and sale of quality homes designed to appeal to a wide range of homebuyers. The Colorado-based Company operates in 12 states across the West, Mountain, Texas and Southeast U.S. regions and offers title and lending services in select markets through its Parkway Title and Inspire Home Loan subsidiaries. To learn more about Century Communities please visit http://www.centurycommunities.com.

DATE/TIME: October 29, 2018 / 9:00 p.m.

INCIDENT: PC 211 – Strong Arm Robbery

LOCATION: 1400 block of Carbon Canyon Road, Chino Hills

SUSPECT(S): Christian Wallace, 25 years old, resident of Placentia

Sandra Garcia, 19 years old, resident of Placentia

Taylor Navarrette, 24 years old, (female), resident of Placentia.

SUMMARY:

On Monday, October 29, 2018 at 9:00 p.m., deputies from the Chino Hills Station responded to the 1400 block of Carbon Canyon Road in Chino Hills following a report of an armed robbery at a Circle K convenience store.

The suspect, later identified as Christian Wallace, entered the convenience store and demanded money. The cashier gave Wallace an undisclosed amount of cash and he fled on foot to an awaiting dark colored sedan. A witness followed Wallace as he drove away from the scene and was able to obtain a partial license plate of the vehicle. Chino Hills deputies forwarded the description of the suspect vehicle to surrounding agencies. Brea Police Department located the suspect vehicle and conducted a stop. Wallace and two female occupants were detained without incident. Chino Hills deputies responded and took custody of the suspects.

Cash and other evidence linking the suspects to the robbery were recovered from the vehicle. All three were arrested for armed robbery and booked into West Valley Detention Center.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME(24763), or you may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com

Refer: Deputy B. Bosowski

Station: Chino Hills

Phone No. 909-364-2000

Case No. 221803496

To ensure a great Halloween, please take time to read these safety tips:

1) Older children should TAKE FRIENDS and younger children should be accompanied by a TRUSTED ADULT when trick-or-treating.

2) Accompany younger children to the door of every home they approach and make sure parents and guardians are familiar with every home and all people from which the children receive treats.

3) Teach children to NEVER enter a home without prior permission from their parents or guardians.

4) Teach children to NEVER approach a vehicle, occupied or not, unless they are accompanied by a parent or guardian.

5) Make sure all children wear reflecting clothing and carry a flash light when out at dusk and at night to help drivers see you.

6) Teach your children to be aware of drivers on the road before they cross the street.

7) Teach children to NEVER approach a home that is not well lit both inside and outside.

8) Teach children to stay alert for any suspicious incidents and report them to their parents, guardians and/or the proper authority.

9) Consider organizing or attending parties at home, in schools or in community centers as a good alternative to trick-or-treating.

DATE/TIME: Sunday, October 28, 2018 / 9:11 PM

INCIDENT: Assault With A Deadly Weapon / Criminal Threats

LOCATION: 5200 block of Mission Boulevard, Unincorporated Montclair

SUSPECT(S): Ivan Perez, 30 years old, of Rancho Cucamonga

VICTIM(S): 30 year old male resident of Ontario

SUMMARY:

On Sunday, October 28, 2018, at about 9:11 pm, deputies from the Chino Hills Police Department responded to a disturbance in the parking lot of a local business. Upon arrival, deputies observed Ivan Perez standing in the roadway. Deputies learned Perez went to the business to confront another person. An employee of the business approached Perez who responded by drawing two large knives from his waistband. The employee victim fled and Perez chased him into the roadway. The victim was not injured.

Perez was detained by deputies and during a subsequent search, deputies found Perez in possession of several other knives. Deputies learned Perez previously threatened the employees and told them he would “shoot up” the business. Perez was arrested and transported to West Valley Detention Center where he was booked for assault with a deadly weapon, criminal threats, and carrying concealed dirk or dagger. Perez remains in custody and is being held on $50,000.00 bail.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the Chino Hills Police Department at (909) 364-2000. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may contact the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78CRIME (27463), or may leave information on the We-Tip website at www.wetip.com

Refer: Deputy B. Cervantes & Deputy J. Frias

Station: Chino Hills

Phone No. (909) 364-2000

Case No. 021800850

Juvenile Human Trafficking Victim Rescued by Major Crimes Task Force

Dear Michael armijo,

DATE:                     Saturday, October 27, 2018

LOCATION:             Holt Avenue Corridor, Pomona, CA

CRIME:                    Human Trafficking

VICTIM:                   Withheld Due to Age

UNIT:                        Pomona Police Department – Major Crimes Task Force

NARRATIVE:

On Saturday, October 27, 2018 the Pomona Police Department – Major Crimes Task Force conducted vice related suppression patrols in the area known as the Holt Corridor. During the course of the patrol, officers encountered and rescued a 16 year old victim of Human Trafficking. The victim was interviewed and appropriate resources were activated to provide assistance to the victim.

This investigation is ongoing.

The Pomona Police Department takes a zero tolerance approach to human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

The patrol was conducted in response to numerous complaints received from residents and local business owners. The Pomona Police Department is taking a proactive approach to improving the quality of life by addressing and deterring human trafficking and prostitution activities along the Holt Ave corridor. The goal of the operation was to target prostitution related crimes and focus attention on the entire Holt Corridor with a priority placed on recovering juveniles, arresting prostitutes and arresting johns. The Pomona Police Department continues to pursue the identification and prosecution of human traffickers (pimps) who facilitate the prostitution activity along the Holt Corridor.

Anyone with information regarding Human Trafficking or the above articulated investigations is encouraged to contact the Pomona Police Department at 909 -620-2085. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)

Major Injury Collision on Soquel Canyon Parkway and Mindenvale Drive

DATE/TIME: October 26, 2018 / 8:00 am
INCIDENT: Major Injury Collision 

LOCATION: Soquel Canyon Parkway / Mindenvale Drive – City of Chino Hills 

VICTIM(S): 37 year-old female 
49 year-old female 
13 year-old male 
9 year-old male 
(all residents of Chino Hills) 

SUMMARY: On October 26, 2018, at approximately 8:00 am, deputies received a report of a two vehicle collision in the area of Soquel Canyon Parkway and Mindenvale Parkway in the City of Chino Hills. 

Deputies determined a grey Nissan Altima, occupied by the 37 year old adult and two children rear-ended a stopped white BMW . As a result of the collision, the two adult drivers were transported for minor injuries. The juveniles (13 and 9 years-old) were airlifted to Loma Linda Children’s Hospital for major injuries. 

Investigators believe the driver and juvenile occupants in the Nissan Altima were not properly seat-belted, resulting in the injuries. Speed was determined to be a factor in the collision. 

Refer: Detective Kyle Glozer or Deputy Andrew Shifflett 

Station: Chino Hills 

Phone No.(909) 364-2000 

Case No. 221803461 

Mt. San Antonio College Career & Transfer Services will be hosting its 17th Annual Fall Career Fair on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 from 10:00am to 1:00pm between Buildings 4 and 61 .We would like to extend a ‘Request to Attend’ our  Fall  Career Fair to recruit students for your current and future job openings. There is no charge associated with your participation in this event. However, you must be a registered organization with Mountie CareerSource to attend. Upon being approved, you will receive a confirmation. All non-approved requests will not be permitted to participate or show up on the day of the event. Space is limited, so please submit your request as soon as possible. 

The event will be combined with educational careers, general careers as well as technical and industrial careers. This combined event will provide a more efficient use of our campus resources and provide our students with the opportunity to meet employers representing each field.

As an employer you will also have the opportunity to meet with our Career Services Specialists staff to share information regarding your industry needs.  We value your input and participation and look forward to seeing you at this event.  

Please note, to request to attend this Career Fair you must log in to your Mountie CareerSource account at https://mtsac-csm.symplicity.com/employers. Click on the events tab and proceed to the Career Fairs tab to submit your request. Please request before Thursday, September 20, 2018. This event is absolutely FREE and lunch for ONLY TWO REPRESENTATIVES will be provided and a parking permit will be provided. Due to extremely limited parking we ask that you please carpool if two representatives will be attending.  If you have any questions or would like more information please contact Darma Paden at (909) 274-5651 or by email dpaden@mtsac.edu

Thank you for your anticipated support and participation.

Extra patrol by Deputies during the first 2 weeks of school results in 170 traffic and parking citations

DATE/TIME: Monday, August 13, 2018, Through Friday, August 24, 2018

INCIDENT: Traffic Enforcement

LOCATION: School Zones, City of Chino Hills

SUMMARY: During the first two weeks of school, the Chino Hills Police Department conducted extra roadway safety patrol operations in the school zones. The purpose of the operation was to enhance roadway safety through education and enforcement action for violations of the California Vehicle Code and Chino Hills Municipal Code, and to prevent traffic collisions.

During the operation, 170 traffic and parking citations were issued for illegal turns, speeding, crossing the double-parallel yellow lines, distracted driving, crosswalk violations, stopping in posted no stopping zones, obstruction to traffic, and parking in fire lanes. The Chino Hills Police Department is committed to delivering quality public safety services to the residents of the City of Chino Hills, and the County of San Bernardino.

Refer: Deputy R. Naso

Station: Chino Hills

Phone No. (909) 364-2000

DUI Checkpoint Nets 2 Arrests

Diamond Bar, CA – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Traffic Services Detail, in conjunction with Walnut/Diamond Bar Station conducted a DUI/Drivers License checkpoint on August 17, 2018, at Diamond Bar Boulevard and Highland Valley between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 2:00 a.m., resulting in the following:  

838 Vehicles Screened

1 DUI-Alcohol suspects arrested

1 Drivers cited/arrested for operating a vehicle while suspended/revoked

1 Citations issued

Checkpoints are placed in locations that have the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence and provide the greatest safety for officers and the public.   

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes.  Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.”  If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI.  Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs, and can result in a DUI.

Studies of California drivers have shown that 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had one or more drugs in their systems. A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent).  Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department offers these reminders to ensure a fun night doesn’t get spoiled with a DUI:

Decide before you go out whether you plan to drink or drive. You can’t do both.

If you plan to drink, designate a sober driver before going out, or map out another way to get home safely by taking a cab, ride-share service like Uber or Lyft, or using public transportation. You can also look up designated driver services in your area using the National Directory of Designated Driver Services (NDDDS).

If you are DD, bars and restaurants statewide have created non-alcoholic specialty drinks (“DDrinks”) for sober drivers: http://bit.ly/OTSDDrinks

If you happen to see a drunk driver on the road, call 911. Offer a description of the vehicle, location and direction of travel

See your friend or other patron impaired trying to get behind the wheel? Take the keys or help them make other arrangements to get where they are going safely.

Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to be approximately $13,500. This includes fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspension and other expenses not to mention possible jail time.

The Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department will be conducting other DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint and DUI Saturation Patrol in the future in our ongoing commitment to lowering deaths and injuries upon our streets and highways.

The checkpoint was funded by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Whether by bike, car, motorcycle or walking, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department encourages everyone to be a part of the solution and ‘Go Safely California.’

LASD DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint Planned this Weekend, August 17, 2018, Diamond Bar

Dear Michael armijo,

Diamond Bar, CA – Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Traffic Services Detail, in conjunction with Walnut/Diamond Bar Station, will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on August 17, 2018, at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes.  Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.”  If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI.  Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs, and can result in a DUI.

The deterrent effect of High Visibility Enforcement using both DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug impaired crashes.  Research shows that crashes involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized proactive DUI operations are conducted routinely.

DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, affording the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.

In California, alcohol involved collisions led to 1,155 deaths and nearly 24,000 serious injuries in 2014 because someone failed to designate a sober driver.  Over the course of the past three years Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department deputies have investigated 3,374 DUI collisions which have claimed 72 lives and resulted in another 2,609 injuries.

Deputies will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with deputies checking drivers for proper licensing, delaying motorists only momentarily.  When possible, specially trained deputies will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving, which now accounts for a growing number of impaired driving crashes. Everyone should be mindful that if you’re taking medication – whether prescription or over-the-counter – drinking even small amounts of alcohol can greatly intensify the impairment affects.

Studies of California drivers have shown that 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had one or more drugs in their systems.  A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent).  Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol.

Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department offers these reminders to ensure you have a safe night of fun that doesn’t involve a DUI:

• Decide before you go out whether you plan to drink or drive. You can’t do both.

• If you plan to drink, designate a sober driver before going out or map out another safe way to get home by taxi, ride-share or public transportation. You can also look up designated driver services in your area using the National Directory of Designated Driver Services (NDDDS).

• See your friend or other patron impaired trying to get behind the wheel? Take the keys and help them make other arrangements to get where they are going safely.

• Report drunk drivers – Call 911.

People are encouraged to be a part of the designated driver very important person (“DDVIP”) program. As a DDVIP, you can ensure those drinking get home safely and get rewarded for it. Partnering bars and restaurants statewide have created non-alcoholic specialty drinks (“DDrinks”) for sober drivers: http://bit.ly/OTSDDrinks.

Recording Artists Against Drunk Driving (RADD) also offers a Designated Driver Rewards program at 43 college campuses statewide: http://collegeisradd.org/campus-partners/. Local bars and restaurants provide non-alcoholic drinks and/or food specials to DD’s.

Getting home safely is cheap, but getting a DUI is not! Drivers caught driving impaired and charged with DUI can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to be upwards of $13,500. This includes fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspension and other expenses not to mention possible jail time.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

“DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Joint 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jaaz4LH3hfs

“DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Prescription 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiFnPN6ZjsQ

“DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Joint (Spanish) 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiFnPN6ZjsQ

“DUI doesn’t just mean Booze” Prescription (Spanish) 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7jzqtVLU_R0

“One Sober Moment” 30 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-BjprUV4Yk

“One Sober Moment” 15 sec. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jl8dUck4lDc

This one is about drunk driving and distracted driving: “It’s Not Worth It” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GNnat1RQoBA

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“If You See Something, Say Something”

LA Crime Stoppers: Partner to prevent or report crime by contacting your local Sheriff’s station. Or if you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Burglary suspect caught in the act!

DATE / TIME:   Tuesday, August 14, 2018 / 03:41 A.M.

LOCATION:   287 W. Holt Avenue, Pomona, Ca.

CRIMES:  459PC Burglary, 11364(a) H&S Possession of Narcotic Paraphernalia and an Arrest Warrant

VICTIM:  Best Motor Auto Repair Shop

SUSPECT:  Seth Croy age 34, resident transient of Pomona Ca.

SUSPECT VEHICLES:  None

INCIDENT NUMBER: 18-92655

UNIT:   Patrol Division

NARRATIVE:

Pomona Police Officers responded to burglar alarm activations at the listed business.  Security cameras within the business tracked the hooded suspects’ movements as he was stealing property.  Fortunately, due to coordinated efforts and resources, officers quickly arrived on scene and the suspect, later identified as Seth Croy, was taken into custody without incident.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact the Pomona Police Department at 909-620-2085.

If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call “Crime Stoppers” by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.

Community: DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint & DUI Citywide Patrols Planned This Week

INCIDENT: Traffic Safety Checkpoint & DUI Citywide Patrols

DATE/TIME: Friday August 17th, 2018

Checkpoint 9pm – 3am

Patrols 7pm-3am

LOCATION: DUI Checkpoint at undisclosed location (DUI Patrols citywide)

UNIT: Traffic Services

The Pomona Police Department Traffic Services Bureau will be conducting a DUI/Drivers License Checkpoint on 8-17-18 at an undisclosed location within the city limits between the hours of 9 PM to 3 AM.  We will also be deploying this weekend to stop and arrest alcohol and drug-impaired drivers in the Department’s ongoing traffic safety campaign.  DUI Saturation Patrols will deploy on 8-17-18 between the hours of 7 PM and 3 AM in areas with high frequencies of DUI collisions and/or arrests.

High Visibility Enforcement using both DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug impaired crashes.  Research shows that crashes involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized proactive DUI operations are conducted routinely.

In recent years, California has seen a disturbing increase in drug-impaired driving crashes. Pomona PD supports the new effort from the Office of Traffic Safety that aims to educate all drivers that “DUI Doesn’t Just Mean Booze.”  If you take prescription drugs, particularly those with a driving or operating machinery warning on the label, you might be impaired enough to get a DUI.  Marijuana can also be impairing, especially in combination with alcohol or other drugs, and can result in a DUI.

The deterrent effect of High Visibility Enforcement using both DUI checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols has proven to lower the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol or drug impaired crashes.  Research shows that crashes involving an impaired driver can be reduced by up to 20 percent when well-publicized proactive DUI operations are conducted routinely.

DUI Checkpoints like this one are placed in locations based on collision statistics and frequency of DUI arrests, affording the greatest opportunity for achieving drunk and drugged driving deterrence. Locations are chosen with safety considerations for the officers and the public.  

In California, alcohol involved collisions led to 1,155 deaths and nearly 24,000 serious injuries in 2014 because someone failed to designate a sober driver.  Over the course of the past three years Pomona PD officers have investigated 115 DUI collisions which have claimed 10 lives and resulted in another 150 injuries.

Officers will be looking for signs of alcohol and/or drug impairment, with officers checking drivers for proper licensing, delaying motorists only momentarily.  When possible, specially trained officers will be available to evaluate those suspected of drug-impaired driving, which now accounts for a growing number of impaired driving crashes. 

Studies of California drivers have shown that 30 percent of drivers in fatal crashes had one or more drugs in their systems.  A study of active drivers showed more tested positive for drugs that may impair driving (14 percent) than did for alcohol (7.3 percent).  Of the drugs, marijuana was most prevalent, at 7.4 percent, slightly more than alcohol. Everyone should be mindful that if you’re taking medication – whether prescription or over-the-counter – drinking even small amounts of alcohol can greatly intensify the impairment affects. 

Drivers are encouraged to download the Designated Driver VIP, or “DDVIP,” free mobile app for Android or iPhone.  The DDVIP app helps find nearby bars and restaurants that feature free incentives for the designated sober driver, from free non-alcoholic drinks to free appetizers and more.  The feature-packed app even has social media tie-ins and even a tab for the non-DD to call Uber, Lyft or Curb.

Drivers caught driving impaired can expect the impact of a DUI arrest to include jail time, fines, fees, DUI classes, license suspensions and other expenses that can exceed $10,000 not to mention the embarrassment when friends and family find out.

Funding for this checkpoint is provided to Pomona Police Department by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reminding everyone to ‘Report Drunk Driver – Call 9-1-1’.      

Prepared by: Traffic Services

Pomona Police Department

909-620-2081

Due to the poor air quality from the Holy Fire, the Eastvale Neighborhood Watch Celebration has been cancelled. Although we were very much looking forward to hosting this event, the health and safety of our community is our first priority.

The Neighborhood Watch program will be working with the City of Eastvale and Jurupa Community Services District to confirm an alternative date to host this great event. We sincerely appreciate your understanding. In the meantime, please keep all effected by the Holy Fire in your thoughts and prayers.

Suspect arrested for lewd acts with a child; detectives seeking additional victims

DATE/TIME:               Thursday, August 9, 2018

INCIDENT:                  4 Counts of PC 288(a)                        Lewd Acts with a Child

2 Counts of PC 288.7(b)                     Penetration of a Minor Under 10

1 Count of PC 273a(a)                        Child Endangerment

Location:                Ontario/Rancho

VICTIM:                       12-year-old female

15-year-old female

SUSPECT:                  Francisco “Frank” Igros, Asian Male, 54-years-old, Rancho Cucamonga

Lora Nagy, White Female, 41-years-old, Rancho Cucamonga

BAIL AMOUNT:          Igros: $1,000,000

Nagy: $50,000

SUMMARY:

On August 6, 2018, detectives from the Rancho Cucamonga Police Station were notified by the Whittier Police Department about a sexual assault of a 12-year-old child that occurred in Rancho Cucamonga in April 2018. Sheriff’s detectives interviewed Victim #1 and her mother in Whittier. During their investigation, detectives determined the suspect was Francisco “Frank” Igros, a police officer with the Whittier Police Department. Detectives also determined there was an additional victim. The Crimes Against Children (CAC) Detail was notified and assumed the investigation. CAC Detectives located and interviewed the 15-year-old female, Victim #2. During the investigation, detectives determined Igros sexually molested Victim #1 in the city of Rancho Cucamonga and sexually molested Victim # 2 in the city of Ontario. Detectives also determined Nagy was aware of the sexual abuse and did not report it.

On Tuesday, August 7, 2018, Igros was arrested and booked into West Valley Detention Center. Detectives continued the investigation, and on Thursday, August 9, 2018, Nagy was arrested and booked into Central Detention Center. The District Attorney’s Office filed the above charges on Igros and Nagy.

Detectives believe there may be additional victims. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Specialized Investigations Division, Crimes Against Children Detail, Detective Janna Kovensky (909) 387-3615. Callers wishing to remain anonymous are urged to call the We-Tip Hotline at 1-800-78-CRIME (27463).

Refer:                          Detective J. Kovensky, Crimes Against Children Detail

Station:                       Specialized Investigation Division

Case No.                     111810030 & 601800115

Phone No.                   (909) 387-3615