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Central Station Newsletter

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Captain’s Message 1-3

Crimes of Note 4-8

Featured Citizen of the

Month

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Featured Officer of the

Month

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Press Releases 13-

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Enjoy a SAFE Holiday

Season

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Community Calendar 16

Central District Map 17

Resource Information 18

Volume , Issue December 10, 2015

Captain Lazar’s Message

Captain David Lazar

Commanding Officer Central Station

I hope everyone is enjoying the holiday season. Always a lot of gatherings and events in the Central District. This evening I will be at Washington Square Park at 6:00 p.m. for the lighting of the Christmas Tree and Menorah celebration. This event is hosted by North

Beach Neighbors.

Superbowl 50 Events

We are finalizing our plans for Super Bowl 50 which will be in the Central District. Superbowl City will be at the foot of Market, Justin Herman Plaza, Sue Bierman Park and on Market Street to Beale Street. The event begins on January 30, 2016 and ends on the day of the Superbowl, February 7, 2016. I will have more

information for you as we get closer to the event.

Call the Police

Quite often, people ask me about when and if they should phone the police. Please call us when you feel that police response is necessary. We want to know what is happening in the neighborhood and the dispatcher will decide what priority our response should be. In an emergency dial 911. Our non-emergency phone number

is 415-553-0123.

Monthly Community Meeting

The Central Station monthly community meeting will be on Thursday, December 17, 2015 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Hotel Rex, 562 Sutter Street. The Department of Public Health will be our guest speaker presenting on underage smoking. I will

provide my crime report and field questions from the community.

Weekly Newsletter

Thank you to all who have commented about this weekly newsletter. Just today, a reader commented about how they like this newsletter and the format. If you have any ideas on information you would like to see, please let

me know.

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Central Police Station

SantaCon

Saturday is SantaCon in the City. It starts out as a fundraiser and toy drive in Union Square however, thousands of people dress like Santa and go to the bars and drink. I will have extra coverage in North Beach on Saturday to address public intoxication. Officers will enforce public intoxication and criminal activity. This year, I have partnered with the Department of Public Health and North Beach Neighbors by establishing a satellite sobering center in the neighborhood. For those who are intoxicated, friendly and cooperative, they will have an opportunity to spend time with the Public Health Staff instead of the staff

at County Jail.

Polar Plunge

Central Station Officers raised $500 for the Make A Wish Foundation. Last Saturday, we also participated as “Team Central” in a 5k Run, Polar Plunge in the bay at Aquatic Park and a Cable Car

pull competition. I have been participating for several years. The water was very cold!

Great Police Work

On December 5, 2015, Officer Joseph Marte prepared an incident report from a Russian Hill resident who had their packages stolen. There was a video of the incident. Officer Marte viewed the video and immediately recognized the suspect as someone he stopped on November 28, 2015 who was looking into parked cars on the 1000 block of Union Street. Because of Officer Marte’s outstanding skills, the

suspect was identified.

The following day, Officers Marte and Thomas Cunnane (featured Officer of the Month) went to look for the suspect and found him. They arrested him. He was in possession of burglary tools, jewelry, a

remote control, and methamphetamine. A great arrest!

On December 2, 2015, Officers Anthony Randolph and Riley Bandy saw a person who appeared to be casing vehicles and locked bicycles on Sansome Street. They stopped and spoke with him, he told the Officers, “Come on man, I haven’t stolen any bikes since the last time you arrested me. “ Officers located a pair of bolt cutters, wrench, plyers, screw driver, bicycle chain and grinder in his possession. He was

arrested.

Have a great weekend!

Captain David Lazar Central Station

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“Team Central” participating in the Make-A-Wish

annual 5K, Polar Plunge and Cable Car Pull

competition on December 5, 2015.

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Robberies

Assault/Battery/Violent Crimes


Crimes of Note

Definitions

Robbery – Robbery is the taking of property from another by using force or by using fear.

Assault – An assault is an unlawful attempt, coupled with the present ability, to commit a violent injury

on another person.

Battery - (Misdemeanor battery) is any willful and unlawful touching of another. (Felony battery) is the use of force or violence upon the person of another that causes

serious bodily injury.

*Assault is when a person swings their arm and battery is when that arm makes contact with another person. Aggravated Assault – Assault upon another person with a deadly weapon or instrument other than a

firearm or by any means of force likely to produce great bodily injury.

Burglary – The intent upon entry into a property to commit grand theft, petty theft, or any felony.

Grand Theft – Grand theft is theft committed when the value of the money, labor, or property taken

exceeds $950.

Petty Theft – Theft where the value of the property taken is less than $950.

12/5 3:20am Robbery, With Knife 600 block of Powell

An unknown suspect approached the victim, grabbed the victim’s collar, pointed a knife at the victim and demanded everything. Fearing for his safety, the victim gave the suspect his wallet. Before fleeing, the suspect yanked the victim’s gold chain from his neck.

12/4 8:09am Aggravated Assault, With Other Weapon 1000 block of Sacramento

An unknown suspect pulled into the parking garage and when he was told of the price, the suspect got upset and backed out of the parking garage. When the vehicle went forward, it struck the parking attendant.

12/5 1:45am Aggravated Assault, With Force 500 block of Broadway

Four unknown suspects were in a verbal argument with the victim. One of the suspects struck the victim in the head and the suspects fled away.

12/5 7:25pm Battery 1400 block of Larkin

The suspect was sitting on the steps of the apartment complex. The victim told the suspect to leave and the suspect punch the victim in the chest. Citation issued.

12/6 1:30am Battery 700 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect rang the victim’s doorbell and tried to get the victim to buzz him in. The victim refused to buzz the suspect in, but the suspect continued to ring the doorbell. The victim walked downstairs and told the suspect to leave, but the suspect pushed pass the victim. The victim told the suspect to leave, but the suspect pushed the victim to the ground. The victim threatened to call the police and the suspect fled.

12/7 4:25pm Battery 600 block of Broadway

An unknown suspect was yelling and upset at the vending machine. The suspect was asked to leave the premises, but the suspect spat at the victim and punched the victim in the face.

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Theft/Shoplifting


12/3 8:30am Theft, Vehicle Bay/Hyde

Stolen vehicle.

12/3 11:00am Theft, From Locked Vehicle Beach/Polk

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window and stole a backpack, containing a passport, laptop, headphones, clothing and make-up.

12/3 2:06pm Theft, From Person 200 block of Geary

The suspect stole the victim’s purse which was placed next to the victim at the bar. Arrest made.

12/3 2:30pm Theft, Attempt, From Locked Vehicle Pacific/Battery

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side front window. The suspect saw a witness watching him and walked away.

12/3 2:30pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle Pier 5

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole a backpack, containing a laptop, charger, adaptors and medication.

12/3 3:00pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle Powell/Green

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole a GPS unit.

12/3 3:50pm Theft, Shoplifting 100 block of O’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

12/3 7:30pm Theft, Shoplifting 100 block of Geary

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole watches.

12/3 8:00pm Theft, Shoplifting Unit block of O’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Arrest made.

12/3 8:45pm Theft, Shoplifting Unit block of Powell

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole fragrances.

12/3 9:10pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle 600 block of Davis

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole backpacks, containing laptops, passport, cell phone, identification card and credit card.

12/4 7:15am Theft, From Locked Vehicle 500 block of North Point

The suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole a backpack. Arrest made.

12/4 8:12am Theft, From Building 300 block of Pine

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s gym bag, containing a cell phone, wallet and clothing, from the gym locker.

12/4 12:00pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle Unit block of Bay

An unknown suspect shattered the driver side rear window and stole backpacks, containing a game console, video games and personal items.


An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole a luggage and backpacks, containing a tablet, laptop, money, credit card, chargers and clothing.



12/4 3:50pm Theft, Pickpocket Union/Mason

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s wallet from the victim’s purse while on the bus.



12/5 12:30pm Theft, From Person California/Front

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s cell phone from the victim’s hands while the victim was looking up directions on the cell phone.

12/5 3:40pm Theft, Pickpocket Stockton/Pacific


12/5 4:40pm Theft, Shoplifting 300 block of Bay

The suspect entered the store and stole grocery items. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. The suspect also had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

12/5 6:00pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle Taylor/Green

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole a duffel bag, containing a jacket.

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12/5 6:30pm Theft, Vehicle Bush/Taylor

Stolen vehicle.

12/5 7:00pm Theft, Vehicle 900 block of Lombard

Stolen vehicle.

12/5 7:26pm Theft, Shoplifting 100 block of O’Farrell

The suspect entered the store and stole clothing. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

12/5 7:30pm Theft, Shoplifting 200 block of Post

Two unknown suspects entered the store and stole wallets.

12/5 9:00pm Theft, From Locked Vehicle Davis/Clay

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole a suitcase and briefcases, containing laptops, tablets, passports, watch, chargers and clothing.


An unknown suspect shattered the driver side and passenger side rear windows and stole backpacks, containing identification card, debit cards, check books and money.

12/6 12:30am Theft, From Locked Vehicle 1600 block of Leavenworth

An unknown suspect shattered the trunk window and stole a duffle bag and backpack, containing a tablet, passport, books, clothing and camping gear.

12/6 7:20am Theft, From Locked Vehicle 600 block of Leavenworth

The suspect shattered the passenger side front window and stole a debit card and power bank.

12/6 10:00am Theft, From Locked Vehicle 400 block of Kearny

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole backpacks, containing a wallet, make-up and clothing.

12/6 10:01am Theft, Shoplifting Unit block of Powell

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole a running suit.

12/7 12:00am Theft, Vehicle 2100 block of Stockton

Stolen vehicle.

12/7 10:55am Theft, Shoplifting 100 block of Geary

The two suspects entered the store and stole polo shirts. The suspects fled onto the bus, but was detained. Arrests made.

12/7 2:20pm Theft, Other Property Unit block of California

An unknown suspect stole a hand truck with a case of wine which was left unattended outside of the building.

12/7 4:30pm Theft, Vehicle 1800 block of Kearny

Stolen vehicle.

12/7 4:46pm Theft, Shoplifting 2700 block of Taylor

An unknown suspect entered the store and stole a hat and a jacket.


The suspect entered the store and stole a pair of jeans. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.


An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window and stole laptops, tablet and passport.

12/8 3:50pm Theft, Shoplifting 200 block of Post

The suspect entered the store and stole a shirt. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Arrest made.

12/8 8:29pm Theft, Shoplifting Unit block of Stockton

Two unknown suspects entered the store and stole clothing.

12/9 8:10am Theft, From Vehicle Pacific/Powell

Stolen license plates.


The suspect entered the store and stole watches. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. Citation issued.

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Miscellaneous


12/9 3:26pm Theft, Shoplifting 100 block of Powell

The suspect entered the store and stole a jacket. The suspect was stopped by security outside of the store. The suspect also had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

12/9 4:00pm Theft, Pickpocket Stockton/Sutter


12/9 4:15pm Theft, Pickpocket 100 block of Geary

An unknown suspect stole the victim’s cell phone from the victim’s jacket pocket.

12/9 9:15pm Theft, From Person Jackson/Stockton

An unknown suspect approached the victim from behind and stole the victim’s cell phone from the victim’s hand.

12/3 12:30am Vandalism, Vehicle 600 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect was ejected from the bar and the suspect climbed on top of the victim’s vehicle and jumped up and down on the roof and hood of the vehicle.

12/3 7:23am Warrant Arrest 1000 block of Sansome

The suspect walked onto a construction site and refused to leave. A computer check shows that the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

12/3 12:55pm Recovered Vehicle 1000 block of Chestnut

Recovered vehicle.

12/4 4:45pm Burglary, Commercial 600 block of Commercial

An unknown suspect stole money from the cash register. It is unknown how the suspect gain entry to the store.

12/4 7:30pm Possession of a Weapon 400 block of Broadway

The suspect was trying to sell an airsoft pistol to the victim. Citation issued.

12/5 4:00am Vandalism, Commercial 1900 block of Kearny

An unknown suspect shattered the store window.

12/6 1:30am Vandalism, Vehicle Mason/Post

An unknown suspect hit the victim’s vehicle as the suspect walked across the street.

12/6 6:00am Vandalism, Commercial 1100 block of Battery

An unknown suspect shattered the side window of the store.

12/6 2:35pm Warrant Arrest 500 block of Market

The suspect was sleeping on the sidewalk. A computer check shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

12/6 5:56pm Warrant Arrest 700 block of Front

The suspect walked across the street against a red light. A computer check shows the suspect had an outstanding warrant. Arrest made.

12/6 11:35pm Vandalism, Commercial 300 block of Sutter

An unknown suspect shattered the front window of the store.

12/7 12:15am Burglary, Commercial 1100 block of Battery

An unknown suspect shattered the office window and stole laptops.

12/7 1:04am Vandalism, Commercial 300 block of Pacific

An unknown suspect shattered the front window of the store.

12/7 12:41pm Recovered Vehicle 500 block of Stockton

Recovered vehicle.

12/7 2:25pm Recovered Vehicle 2000 block of Leavenworth

Recovered vehicle.

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12/8 6:31pm Vandalism, Vehicle Grant/Sutter

The suspect shattered the front and rear windshields of vehicles parked on the street with a tree branch. Arrest made.

12/8 8:00pm Vandalism, Commercial 500 block of Market

An unknown suspect damaged the door frame of the store.

12/9 8:24am Recovered Vehicle 900 block of Union

Recovered vehicle.

12/9 2:30pm Vandalism, Vehicle 700 block of Pacific

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window.

12/9 8:00pm Vandalism, Vehicle Washington/Embarcadero

An unknown suspect shattered the passenger side rear window.

12/9 11:42pm Vandalism, Graffiti 1100 block of

Stockton

The suspect used a spray can and graffiti on the metal roll up gate of the store. Arrest made.

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Each month Central Police Station features a citizen

who represents the unique flavor of the

Central Police District. This month we interviewed

Ida Zoubi. Ida is a board member of the

North Beach Business Association.

Ida was born in San Francisco, CA and has kept her ties with the city that she loves. Both of Ida’s parents emigrated from Italy, along with her grandparents from her mom’s side. You can often find Ida, with her beautiful smile, at Café Trieste. She makes a mean

depth charge!

Ida’s Grandfather opened Café Trieste on April 01, 1956. Ida spent her weekends there as a kid because her mom would bring her to the café when she helped out there. Ida would run around the neighborhood as a kid and at the age of 12, her Aunt

Iolanda put her to work behind the counter of Café Trieste.

Ida plays an integral part in the neighborhood. Every year Ida helps the San Francisco Fire Department with their annual toy drive. Ida throws a huge party at Café Trieste and invites everyone from the neighborhood to participate in the toy drive; she has local musicians there to get the party going. Ida also sells a lot of Raffle Tickets for the SFFD Toy Drive. Ida is a huge supporter of the neighborhood and local musicians and artists; you can often find quite a few of the local musicians at Café Trieste playing the accor-

dion or guitar. Ida is also a supporter of the Junior Giants.

We are extremely lucky and grateful to have Ida in the neighborhood, she has always

been a huge supporter of our department and we appreciate her support.

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1. How long have you lived in San Francisco?

I have been involved with the neighborhood since I was a kid. My grandfather opened Café Trieste almost 60 years ago. 04/15/2016 will be our 60th Anniversary of Café Trieste.

2. What is your favorite thing about the Central District?

My favorite thing about the Central is the people who live here and visit here,

and the history of the district.

3. What is your connection or involvement with the Central District?

I am part owner of Café Trieste and a board member of the North Beach Business Association. I help with the SFFD Christmas Toy Drive every year; we

collect toys here at Café Trieste and sell raffle tickets for the event.

4. What are some of the significant changes that you have noticed in the Central

District in the last 5 years?

I have noticed a lot more families with kids in the neighborhood now. Another thing that I have noticed is a lot of the legacy businesses closing, like Capp’s

Corner and Caesars.

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Each month Central Police Station features one

of its officers in an effort to learn more about the

men and women who police our neighborhood.

This month, we interviewed Officer Thomas Cunnane,

a 8-year member of Central Police Station.

Officer Thomas Cunnane is the grandson of Irish immigrants. Officer Cunnane was born in San Francisco, CA; he grew up in San Francisco and attended Saint Ignatius High School. After High School, Officer Cunnane joined the US Army where he was a tank driver for three years. Officer Cunnane is still a San Francisco resident, and has raised

his kids in the city.

When Officer Cunnane returned from serving his country, he joined the SFPD Airport Bureau. Officer Cunnane worked at the airport from 1980-1997, during that time Officer Cunnane was part of the SWAT Team and was also a Field Training Officer. In 1997 Officer Cunnane decided to teach defensive tactics and officer safety at the Police Academy. Officer Cunnane taught at the Police Academy until 2007. Officer Cunnane has trained many recruits and Officers in the ten years that he was at the

academy.

After ten years of teaching, Officer Cunnane decided to leave the academy and come to Central Station. Officer Cunnane has walked a foot beat in Union Square for the last nine years. You can often see Officer Cunnane in the area of Union Square with his

service cap and hear his cheerful laugh.

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Officer Cunnane is a seasoned Officer, who many younger Officers look up to for advice and guidance. Officer Cunnane is also a member of the Bay Area Law Enforcement Emerald Society. We are very fortunate to have Officer Cunnane at

Central Station, someone who truly loves and cares about this city.

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CENTRAL COMMUNITY CALENDER

Community Meeting Location:

Hotel Rex

562 Sutter Street

6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.

December 2015 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

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Meeting

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Central Police District Map

The CENTRAL DISTRICT commences at a point on the water north of where Mission St. intersects with The Embarcadero and proceeding west on Mission St. (excluding both sides) to 3rd St.; north on 3rd St. (including both sides) to Market St.; west on Market St. (excluding both sides) to Powell St.; north on Powell St. (including both sides) to Geary St.; west on Geary St. (including both sides) to Larkin St.; north on Larkin St. (including both sides) to Bay St.; west on Bay St. (including both sides) to Van Ness Ave.; north on Van Ness Ave. (including both sides), and continuing north on the Municipal Pier Access Road (including both sides) to a point on the water just west of the Municipal Pier; east and south from a point on the water just west of the Municipal Pier, following the shoreline, to the origin at a point on the water north of where Mission St.

intersects with The Embarcadero.

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EMERGENCY: 911

Non-Emergency: 553-0123

Cell Phone 911: 911

Customer Service Center: 311

Central Station: 315-2400

Captain David Lazar 315-2480 [email protected]

Lt. Michael Serujo – Investigations

315-2400 [email protected]

Lt. Molly Pengel (Days)

Lt. Jody Kato



Lt. Brien Hoo (Nights) 315-2400 [email protected]

Lt. Samuel Christ (Nights) 315-2400 [email protected]

Anonymous Tip-Line 392-2623

S.A.F.E. 553-1984

Website: www.centralpolicestation.org

SFPD Tip Line:

Chinese Tip Line:

575-4444

315-2435

Text a Tip: 847411 (Tip 411)

Blessing Scam Hotline: 553-9219

Graffiti Abatement: 850-6951

Central Events: 315-2440 – Sergeant Patrick Tobin

Central Permits: 315-2423 – Officer Steve Matthias

Code Abatement: 315-2417 – Sergeant Alex Takaoka

Deputy City Attorney: 554-3820 – Jill Cannon

Dept. of Parking & Traffic: 553-1943

DPW Dispatch 695-2020

Homeless Issues: 315-2400 – Officer Eric Caracciolo &

Damien Fahey Chinatown Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Howard Chu, Sam

Yuen, David On & Danny Guo

Union Square Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Tom Cunnane, Johnathon Ng, Tiffany Gunter, James Horan, Timothy Whatley & Andrew

Rechsteiner Fisherman’s Wharf Beat: 315-2400/273-9515 – Officers John

Van Koll, Nicholas Stewart, Robert

Clendenen & Kresley Wallace

North Beach Beat: 315-2400 – Officers Kevin Worrell, Ray

Pascua, Mark Alvarez & John Torrise

Ping Yuen: 315-2400 – Officers Mark Milligan, Reginald Pena, Minh Du & Ferdinand Dimapasoc

W e, the members of the San Francisco Police Department, are committed to excellence in law enforcement and are dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. In order to protect life and property, prevent crime and reduce the fear of crime, we will provide service with understanding, response with compassion, performance with integrity and law enforcement with vision.

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