Save Your Money, and Maybe Your Life by Buckling Up This Holiday Season
Special Click It or Ticket Enforcement Mobilization Aimed at Increasing Seat Belt Use and Saving Lives
With the holidays upon us and millions of Americans hitting the roads, the La Mirada Public Safety Team wants everyone to arrive safely at their destinations. Drivers and passengers need to know that officers will be out in force sending the strong message to "Click It or Ticket."
"No one wants to start the holidays off wrong with a ticket," said La Mirada Community Sheriff's Station Lieutenant Pat Valdez. "Save your money for turkey and buying presents for loved ones - don't throw it away simply because you failed to buckle up."
La Mirada Weekly Crime Summary
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Weekly Crime Summary
November 29 – December 5, 2010
Robbery
A robbery was reported at the intersection of Gateway Dr. and Firestone Blvd. Two unknown suspects stole a purse from a stranded motorist.
Residential Burglary
One residential burglary was reported on the 13700 block of Valley View Ave. A television was taken. A suspect was taken into custody at the location.
Other Structure Burglary
Two commercial burglaries were reported this week. In both burglaries, unknown suspects smashed windows to gain entry.
One incident occurred on the 14600 block of Mercado Ave. Laptop computers were taken from Los Coyotes Middle School.
Another occurred on the 15500 block of La Mirada Blvd. Cash and other items were stolen.
Sarega, Mowles and Jones Turn in Papers; DeRuse, Brown Join In
La Mirada~Andrew Sarega and Planning Commissioner Larry Mowles turned in their papers to city hall yesterday-for the La Mirada City Council race-joining Councilman Steve Jones who turned in his last week.
There are three remaining potential candidates who have pulled papers but have not yet turned them in, Councilman Pete Dames, Community Services Commissioner, Steve DeRuse, and attorney Paul R. Brown.
Candidate's have until Wednesday to turn in papers.
DeRuse indicated to the Blog last week that he would be filing any day now.
There are three seats up for grabs in March, with the big question being: Will Pete Dames run or not?
Incumbents in La Mirada usually having an easy time winning elections. If Dames chooses to run again, it could set up a showdown between Commissioners Mowles and DeRuse for the remaining open seat vacated by a retiring Hal Malkin.
UPDATE: Steve DeRuse and Paul R. Brown both filed their nomination papers today and have qualified for the election, according to city clerk, Anne Haraksin.
So far, of the six potential candidates that have pulled papers, only Mayor Pete Dames has not returned his yet.
Saturdayâs City of La Mirada Holiday Celebration Schedule
After contacting the City of La Mirada, officials tell us all scheduled holiday events at the civic center today, including the annual Chili concert, will go on, rain or shine.
Possible light showers are expected in La Mirada today, with a better chance of rain tomorrow. For the full La Mirada forecast click our weather badge.
Babes in Toyland offers two sessions: 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Children must be between 3 and 10 years of age and accompanied by a parent.
Santa's Workshop craft booths will be selling a variety of specialty hand-made items from 3:30-8 p.m.
Chili Holiday Concert begins at 6 p.m. Enjoy chili and other tasty treats, live entertainment, games, crafts, photos with Santa, and the tree lighting ceremony!
Splash! Ice Skating will be available from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Shooting on Freeway Leads to Death of Teen
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A minivan stopped just east of La Mirada after being fatally shot at on the 5 freeway. Photo by Tony Aiello |
Vehicle involved in shooting stops just east of La Mirada city limits
Santa Fe Springs~A car-to-car freeway shooting occurred around 9:40 pm Wednesday night at the 5 freeway and Carmenita Road.
The minivan hit by gunshots exited the freeway at Rosecrans Avenue and traveled east eventually stopping just before Marquardt Avenue.
John Estrada, 17, of Lakewood was pronounced dead a short time later after being transported to a local hospital. The other two victims in the vehicle in their 20's and 30's are in stable condition.
Police officers closed down the northbound lanes of the freeway between Rosecrans and Carmenita, looking for clues and evidence.
With essentially two crime scenes to deal with, on the freeway and on Rosecrans, deputies received assistance from the Lakewood/Cerritos and Pico Rivera sheriff stations and the California Highway Patrol.
Officials are still searching for a motive in this case.
Shooting on Freeway Leaves Teen Dead
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| A vehicle stops just before Marquardt Avenue after being fatally shot at Wednesday night. Photo Tony Aiello |
Santa Fe Springs~A car-to-car freeway shooting occurred around 9:40 pm Wednesday night at the 5 freeway and Carmenita Road.
The minivan hit by gunshots exited the freeway at Rosecrans Avenue and traveled east eventually stopping just before Marquardt Avenue-just west of the La Mirada city limits.
John Estrada, 17, of Lakewood was pronounced dead a short time later after being transported to a local hospital. The other two victims in the vehicle in their 20's and 30's are in stable condition.
Police officers closed down the northbound lanes of the freeway between Rosecrans and Carmenita, looking for clues and evidence.
With essentially two crime scenes to deal with, on the freeway and on Rosecrans, deputies received assistance from the Lakewood/Cerritos and Pico Rivera sheriff stations and the California Highway Patrol.
Officials are still searching for a motive in this case.
Give During the Holidays
La Mirada~The City of La Mirada's Annual Holiday Toy and Food Drive will run through December 14.
New, unwrapped toys and nonperishable food items will be accepted for distribution to local children and families. All food donations collected will help to prepare holiday food baskets that many families depend on for a wonderful holiday dinner.
Donated items will be collected at all City facilities including: City Hall, Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center, La Mirada Resource Center, La Mirada Activity Center, the Community Gymnasium, and the La Mirada Community Sheriff's Station.
Toy and Food items will be presented to some of the following local organizations for distribution: Beatitudes of Our Lord, the La Mirada Volunteer Center, St. Paul of the Cross, Interfaith Food Center, and Rio Hondo Temporary Home.
Come Mingle and Jingle With the Chamber
La Mirada~Come out and enjoy music, food and fun at the Pre-Holiday Mixer, Thursday, December 2nd from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at the Imperial Medical Plaza in La Mirada.
This very popular community social will offer free food with free raffle prizes, along with an excellent networking opportunity for local business owners.
The plaza is located at 15651 Imperial Highway in La Mirada. The public is invited.
For more information conatct the La Mirada Chamber of Commerce at (562) 902-1970.
Annual Basketball Alumni Night at La Mirada High
La Mirada~The annual La Mirada Alumni Basketball Night will take place Thursday, December 2nd, at La Mirada High School gym.
The La Mirada High School Boy's Frosh team will play a scrimmage at 4:30 p.m., followed by the junior varsity playing at 5:30.
At 6:30, two teams from the La Mirada NJB will square off in a 20-minute scrimmage.
The popular event will be highlighted by a varsity game featuring today's La Mirada varsity against alumni from past La Mirada teams.
. It is a major fundraiser for the La Mirada Boys Basketball Booster Club. Admission is $3.00
The snack bar will open throughout the evening and there will also be a 50/50 raffle.
Use Caution This Rainy Season
A SUV lays on its side next to a rain slickened La Mirada Boulevard in La Mirada this past Saturday
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