In a recent dispatch from the Manhattan Beach Police Department, the weekly crime summary outlines a spate of thefts and residential burglaries that occurred between November 7 and November 13. According to theManhattan Beach Police Department, police responded to 730 calls for service, which included 17 arrests and the investigation of 43 crime reports.
Among the incidents, officers arrested two individuals in a white sedan after they were caught stealing mail from a USPS truck. Another noteworthy crime reported was a theft at a Target store, where approximately $800 worth of baby formula and other items were stolen. The suspect in this case was associated with multiple thefts, resulting in significant losses for the retailer. Patrol areas across Manhattan Beach saw varying crime categories, with 8 thefts recorded in Patrol Area 4, and residential burglaries appearing prominently in Patrol Areas 2, and 4 with three cases reported, as detailed by theManhattan Beach Police Department.
One residential burglary incident on the 600 block of 19th Street saw a loss of roughly $100,000 worth of jewelry and handbags after the suspects broke a glass door to gain entry. Noted inthe summary, surveillance footage captured the act and has likely become central to the ongoing investigation.
Thepolice departmentalso highlighted a bizarre attack at a 7-11 on Artesia Boulevard, where an employee was threatened with a makeshift flamethrower by a robbery suspect. The suspect, described as a heavy-set adult female wearing a gray beanie and a yellow jacket, has not been apprehended despite the police’s immediate response and search efforts. In light of the recent crimes, the MBPD provided a list of crime prevention tips, encouraging residents to secure their homes, refrain from sharing travel plans on social media, and consider installing video surveillance systems.
As the holiday season approaches and the rate of crimes typically surges, the MBPD is urging residents to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity. The complete list of incidents for the week, as well as preventive advice, can be found on theManhattan Beach government’s official website.
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