The Seal Beach Police Department arrested seven people for driving under the influence at a DUI/Driver’s license checkpoint held during the Valentine’s Day weekend. The checkpoint took place from 8 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 13 to 2 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 14 at 1st Street and Pacific Coast Highway.
In addition to the seven DUI arrests, officers issued 15 citations and stored 10 vehicles as a result of the checkpoint.
By publicizing these checkpoints, SBPD officials believe motorists will be deterred from drinking and driving. The department issued an announcement of the checkpoint nearly a week prior.
Crime Log Assembled by Charles M. Kelly
The crimes listed in the Sun Newspapers were reported to Seal Beach Police Department, Los Alamitos Police Department and Orange County Sheriff Department between Feb. 1 and Feb. 14, 2010. Only street names are used; times given are reported times, not incident times. Crime Log entries are based on preliminary information. Space limitations make it impossible to publish every incident. Until proven guilty in a court of law, all suspects are considered innocent.
IN SEAL BEACH
Monday, February 1
Suspicious Circumstances—2:28 p.m.—12th Street—The caller said a man walked into her gated back yard and asked her through the window if she had seen his orange-striped cat. The suspect was described as a white man in his late 30s with short, light colored hair. He was last seen wearing a gray T-shirt.
Tuesday, February 2
Suspicious Person—1:35 a.m.—Pacific Coast Highway—The caller said there was a suspicious person inside the store. The caller said the woman usually has receipts from other stores and tries to return items after stealing them. The caller believed the suspect would try to steal from this store. The suspect was described as a white woman wearing a blue shirt.
Skunk—8:19 p.m.—6th Street —The caller reported a crying skunk on the west side of the property. The caller said the animal had no visible injuries. Referred to Long Beach Animal Care Services.
Wednesday, February 3
Welfare Check—7:59 a.m.—Seal Beach Boulevard—The caller said a 13-14 year old boy was “throwing a fit,” laying down and yelling that he missed the bus. The caller said he was on the Naval Weapons Station side of Seal Beach Boulevard. NWS security had him under observation. Police unit 111 transported him.
Thursday, February 4
Extra Patrol Checks—7 a.m.—Bolsa Avenue and Seal Beach Boulevard—The caller requested extra patrol checks in the morning when children are going to school. The caller was concerned about drivers running the light and speeding.
Friday, February 5
Fraud Report—12:53 p.m.—6th Street—The caller said she received a check for $1,100 that she believed was fraudulent. She was counseled.
Saturday, February 6
Injured Animal—12:08 p.m.—Bolsa Avenue and Balboa Drive—The caller reported an injured crow on the sidewalk. Referred to Long Beach Animal Care Services.
Suspicious People—3:57 p.m.—Ocean Avenue—The caller reported seeing two Hispanic men on girls bicycles. The caller thought this was suspicious due to recent bike thefts in the area. The first suspect was described as being in his late 20s, wearing dark clothing. He was riding a blue girls Schwinn bike. The second suspect was described as 20 years old, wearing a black sweatshirt and Levis. He was on a red bike.
Sunday, February 7
Grand Theft—10:26 a.m.—Montecito Road—The caller said a blue/green tandem bike was taken out of the carport during the night. The bike was valued at $400.
IN LOS ALAMITOS
Monday, February 8
Traffic Hazard—6:37 a.m.—Bradbury and Pine—Wires were reported down in the roadway. Officers assisted.
Tuesday, February 9
Suspicious Person—2:24 a.m.—Los Alamitos Boulevard—An individual was seen walking in the alley, looking at the fence and surrounding cars.
Officers spoke with the individual, who checked out OK.
Wednesday, February 10
Keep the Peace—9:52 a.m.—Howard Street—The caller wanted officers to stand by while an evicted person moved property out of the residence.
Officers assisted.
Thursday, February 11
Suspicious Person—1:10 p.m.—Orangewood Avenue—An individual described as a transient with a shopping cart was reportedly sitting on school property.
The individual was apparently taking a break and left before officers arrived.
Brian Smith of the News-Enterprise contributed to this article.
