The Downey Patriot

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Crime Report

Friday, Feb. 25At 1:00 a.m., a Downey woman was forcefully pulled from her car as she was stopped at a traffic signal in the 8400 block of Telegraph. Two males then entered her vehicle and drove off. The victim suffered minor injuries and the suspects were not located. Saturday, Feb. 26 At 9:30 a.m., a male and female were arrested for domestic violence at a local apartment after they physically assaulted each other during an argument. Sunday, Feb. 27 At 8:00 p.m., a 14-year-old Downey boy was walking in the area of Stewart & Gray and Downey Avenue when he was approached by two males who stole his cell phone and money. Monday, Feb. 28 At 3:00 a.m., officers spotted a vehicle stolen from the city of Huntington Park in the area of Rives and 2nd Street. The driver was arrested for Grand Theft Auto. At 9:30 a.m., an attempted bank robbery occurred at the Citibank located at 8764 Firestone Boulevard. The suspect concealed his face and showed a demand note to the teller. When she walked away from her station, the suspect walked away from the teller and exited the building. Detectives are investigating. Tuesday, March 1 At 3:00 a.m., officers responded to the 8800 block of Lakewood regarding a disturbance between a female and her ex-boyfriend. When the victim attempted to call the police, the suspect picked her up and carried her for some distance. She was able to get away from him and call the police, who arrived and arrested the suspect. Information provided by Downey Police Department.

********** Published: March 3, 2011 - Volume 9 - Issue 46