Foothill area watch commander's log, 1992-04-29/1992-05-08

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Content WATCH COMMANDER'S LOG - INCIDENT SHEET
April 29, 1992
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Decision announced - Not Guilty.
Held over 1/2 of Day watch to augment P.M. watch. Sergeant
Cross to act as press officer.
Received call from Santa Clarita, L.A.S.O., Deputy Barnes.
Wanted information on officers' residences to provide
protection. Verified caller and relayed same.
Location for Block Captain's meeting, originally scheduled
for Foothill Station, was changed to Lake View Terrace
Center.
Foothill and Osborne - Protest group of about 45 with signs
at scene of King incident. No problems. Vice at scene to
provide intelligence. Unit 16X52 at location. Unit 16Ll40
also at location. 100 or more at park.
Officer Pollard contacted Valley Areas for redeployment of
units to Foothill (separate list attached).
Spence Leafdale in to run A.C.C.
Unit 16X52 reports crowd of 100 Bloods at intersection of
Dronfield and Osborne.
Additional supervisor reports it is only 30 people and
activity appears normal.
Sergeant Polen reports 5 male Hispanics dropped off in front
of Station by a male Black trying to incide riot.
60+ at Foothill and Osborne, including media, per 16V120.
Per Chief Frankle, no units are to broadcast any information
(intelligence info, i.e. locations of gathering).
Foothill and Osborne, more media reported than protesters.
Per unknown Fire Captain.
Three PO 2's at Fire Station on Osborne, per P.S.R.
From 16Ll40 to A.C.C. - Sergeant Niles, 17L30, is in charge
of the ready reserve at the Fire Station. Requests a unit
deliver maps to them.
Officer Goldberg reports 14 children in front of Station
waving signs; 12 kids across the street.
16V20 reports 50 to 60 at Foothill and Osborne. No riot,
just people wanted to get on T.V.
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Very peaceful at Foothill and Osborne - per 16V20.
From A.C.C. - 16A23W2 to A.C.C.
I have 13 units and 19 officers so far. I have deployed all
out of sigh with one unit at guardshack. I have at least 4
supervisors, but no takers ... any further ... Ficken. Have
started roll call log.
Officer C. Smith (16X52) states she spoke to Piru Blood
member and they are engaged in their own person war. Rodney
King is a small matter at this time. Too busy ducking
bullets from Crips.
Lt . Peavy (San Fernando P.D.) states S.F. is all quiet, no
riot activity. Supports us and states W/C, Sergeant Belden,
is there for us tonight if we need him (info per Polen).
Approximately 50 in front of Station. Vocal and being
monitored.
E.O.C. called asking status of situation.
60 people at park, multi-racial, quiet, Code 4 (per 16V20).
16Vl0 reports 90 people are at Osborne and Foothill. All
okay, no violence.
From 16A23 to A.C.C.
I have a V/C written down already ... I have deployed all
officers out of sight on standby ... We are monitoring
landline. Do I have a Lt. or above ... Rumore says ... I also
have 28 officers.
Armed Forces Radio/Television Security, military contacted
states. They are here if we need them. Contact: Jackie
Adams, (818) 504-1385, 9012 Glenoaks Blvd., 1088 LaTuna
Canyon Road. Given to W/C by Desk.
E.0.C. - Lt. Townsend updated.
Unassigned extra unit, Gizzi and Goldberg, at Glenoaks and
Osborne, took rocks while in their police vehicle.
Approximately 120/150 at scene, numerous cars in area.
From PWC: Per the E.O.C. - All patrol W/C and traffic please
provide us with telephonic situation update for your area by
1900 hours if possible. Call Back (213) 485-5191.
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Per Sgt. Baca, I will divide officers by their Divisions for
ease of Communications and handling.
Northbound 5 Freeway at Terra Bella, rock throwing from the
overpass.
Sgt. Polen states no one is to be at front desk without a
vest.
Sgt. Polen ordered Station bus to be parked in front of
Station.
W/C office had Channel 13 on. Watched riots, looting and
shots fired in South Central L.A.
Parker Center under attack. Memo on A.C.C. from unk operator
(possibly RT0016) - "Spence ... PAB has just been "rushed".
Now a held call ... Definitely a 415 crowd.
From 16A23W2 to A.C.C.
(For H) We have two full squads under command of Sgt. Baca
#13703, 10CR30; and Sgt. Dvorak #12521, 15CR40 ... Back up of
6 motors (Ofer. Ficken).
Osborne and Foothill - Media picking up. 100 participants.
A lot of talking and organizing, but no action.
Per Sgt. Polen, all (M/Q) units deployed to Academy C.P.
!BARS Specialist Reserves "on call" - John Saffelo,
(818) 988-0232, Pager (818) 379-5440.
Overheard on Tac 5, 108th and Main (S/E Station) - large
groups.
For PACCB2 from P.W.C. - "The EOC wants all W/C's to send
their deployment, via teletype."
16V20 reports V.T.D. is to avoid Foothill and Osborne.
200/225 at Osborne and Foothill - "Shots fired". Heavy
vehicular traffic.
16V20 reports shot that was fired actually helped crowd
dissipated. Vigil in progress.
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Bottles and rocks being thrown at passing vehicles who do not
honk in support. Suspects exited crowd and went to liquor
store at northwest corner of Osborne and Foothill and beat up
a female White. Sgt. Polen ordered Ll70 to take one squad to
the location.
Some people in crowd are encouraging peace, some are
complying.
Whole City mobilized. W/C advised to telephone officers on
A/B mode. All "B" watch activated.
Crowd appears to be keeping themselves calm (Osborne and
Foothill). Holding out riot team at this time.
Having a Vice officer responding to the liquor store at
Foothill and Osborne and advised that he should close down.
Crowd destroys and burns parking structure at Parker Center.
16A53 and 16FB7 ordered to go to C.P. at 51st and Van Ness.
Squad formation created. People in street blocking traffic,
tearing newspaper stands down. IBARS reservist squad
notified.
Suspect of rior taken into custody from front of Station.
IBARS (2) Morgan will meet at C.P.
One squad en route to front of Station, one to rear.
Two car loads (from Haddon and Osborne) of male Blacks with
shotguns en route.
Looting at Terra Bella and Foothill.
Homicide occurred at unknown location. Deceased as a result
of gunshot wound, at Holy Cross Hospital. Det. Parks
notified of homicide.
Eight officers at S.F. Road and Sunburst for shots fired
suspects.
From PBCC02 to ...
Send watch deployment for tomorrow to EOC and send hourly
updates on current "B" watch deployment.
Det/Sgt. D'Amour is new W/C - per Sgt. Haberman.
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Osborne and Telfair - squad deployed.
Det. Parks and Homicide team en route to Holy Cross Hospital
to investigate dead body.
Per Sgt. Johnson, IBARS at C.P. and setting up.
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Beth Lasky, Daily News, called.
CRASH2 called and advised approximately 20 suspects entering
Food Queen across from 12001 Foothill.
Numerous 459 suspects at Foothill and Terra Bella.
Foothill and Astoria, "shots fired".
15A15 advised major fire at San Fernando and Sunburst.
Reserve squad requested for back-up at Osborne and Telfair .
Charlie squad, Code 6, Osborne and Telfair.
Traffic shut down at Osborne and Haddon, suspect f1ed
eastbound and westbound.
CRASH2 called and advised 50 suspects looting at Foothill and
Hubbard at Footlocker/Von's, 16FB20, Code 6.
Little activity at San Fernando Rd. between Branford and
Glenoaks.
Van Nuys and Pala, 40 suspects, request units.
Looting at Glenoaks and Gaines.
Gain and Glenoaks - "Shots fired", suspect running through
trailer park, also major fire.
Channel 11 news called to check on possible help call.
Called for RP to respond to A & E Liquor, 15 minute E.T.A.
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459 suspects at Arco Station, Glenoaks and Van Nuys.
Fire at San Fernando Road and Truesdale.
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corner, vehicle with 3/4 gang members following V unit, white
Ford Granada.
0059 Trans request at Foothill and Terra Bella.
0107 Foothill and Sayre, 415 gang fight.
0109 Contacted RP for Lake View Terrace Liquor. Advised RP was
already enroute with 5 minute E.T.A., located at 11844
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Glenoaks and Pierce, suspect threw molotov cocktail at
16L120, no damage.
Arrestee Jose Luis Garcia, complaining his wallet contained
monies taken while in custody. Arrested by Arellano #26055
and Makarenko #26055, at 1930 hours, for 148 P.C., booking
#3047 124, Sgt. Fretheim.
16Ll20 advised a fire at Medical Center, Eldridge/Terra
Bella, possibly related.
Phoned AAA for stranded citizen at Van Nuys and Herrick, per
16L120.
16Ll20 advised 2 trash bins on fire at Pierce and Glenoaks,
17Tl4 Code 6 in area.
Lt. Garcia phoned to advise a D.W.P. truck is en route and
they need an escort to Harding and Gladstone due to suspects
opening fire hydrants at location.
Attempted to obtain RP info for 16A89 at 8534 Foothill Blvd.
at Milan Liquor and Deli. National Guardian had no info and
F.D. had no ·info.
IBARS is E.O.W. and will return to Fire Station at 1800
hours.
Det. Snee, DHD, called to ask about 187 victim at Holy Cross
and 187 at Sepulveda and Chatsworth. Left message for Det.
Parks. Holy Cross victim was a San Fernando occurrence.
E.O.C. requests current status and "A" watch status.
E.O.C. notified that 68 officers are on now and for tomorrow
for a shift; 3 Lts, 5 Sgts, 73 ofcrs and 16 Dets will be on.
16Ll70 requests info whether squads assigned to F.D. should
also go to Foothill roll call room.
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Officer Keller called to advise that Milan Liquor and Deli at
8534 Foothill has been secured and that a RP did respond.
Det. Snee from DHD called to inquire about 187 victim that
was at Holy Cross. Advised Snee that it was a San Fernando
P.D. occurrence.
Communications W/C advised that all "A" watch units are to
log on as Watch 2 and all "B" watch units will be Watch 3.
There will be no W4, W5, etc.
Unit 16A99 advised morning traffic is starting and asks if
streets should be opened. Unit was advised to maintain
closure.
P.I. notified that he will be Code 5 at 13100 Sunburst in a
1984 Chevrolet Blazer, white, license 1HML632 ·from 0530 to
1430 hours.
Sgt. Fretheim requests 4 units respond to the Station.
ROVER 3571 and shop 000 Code 6 at Station for request for 4
units.
16CR21 Code 6 at Foothill Station.
R.T.D. arrives at Foothill Station to transport downtown.
Bureau had requested R.T.D.
Units advised to open Osborne for traffic.
Lt. Garcia from OVB called and advised all "A" watch
personnel are to stay in Foothill, including detectives.
Asked Communications Div. if Academy or Harbor range is open
today for 16Ll40.
Communications advised I would have to call. Called range
and advised it will be closed.
End of log at 0600 - Chapman
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A Watch roll call - Sgt. Haberman, W/C
A Watch mobilized - equipment issued.
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Telephone call received by Sgt. Cross from Ofer. John Romero,
assigned Foothill, but advised he is at 0.0., Parker Center.
Began calling neighboring Divisions in search of pink "U.O."
cards. Ofer. Hummel contacted Sgt. Stile, No. Hwd, said he
would give us some.
Officers Dumais and Hummel ordered to County Fire Station to
pick up EOW "B" watch officers, then to No. Hwd to pick up
U.O. cards.
16FB1 informed to report to County Fire Department. If
Station 98 needs escort, they should notify Foothill Station
and we will assign a unit.
Sgt. Allen stated we have 2 squads "A and B" available to be
deployed. For Fire Station 98, Pacoima squad Q70, Q 3 and 4
can be utilized. The other squad is Q80, Ql and 2 for Sylmar
area.
Det. Parks stated that at 0730 hours today, he received a
phone call from a concerned citizen (unknown male Hispanic)
who said that he was with a group of male Black and Hispanics
last night who have explosives and plan to bomb Foothill
Station sometime today. Unknown if they plan to throw or
plant the bomb. Both Captains have be~n notified .
16Vl0 telephoned and stated he has checked all hot spots from
last night. All is quiet.
Sgt. Allen ordered that one unit from one squad be deployed
for increased Station security due to bomb threat. Two
officers to be deployed at an O.P. across the street and two
officers utilized as a chase car. Q3 assigned to this detail
and O.P. 1.
Message received on A.C.C. from PWC, "All Divisions are to
keep S.T.O.R.M. log or have people call after the
mobilization is over. We advise people it may be over a week
before someone comes out."
Sgt. Haberman was informed that Van Nuys Court is closed.
San Fernando and Sylmar are open.
Fire Inspector Brown notified Sgt. Haberman that his
Department will be doing a fly-by over the Pacoima/Lake View
Terrace area. He will notify us if he needs escort.
FBl no longer at Fire Department post. They are now a mobile
unit responding where needed.
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Update from 16Ql80 via A.C.C.
Low key in Sylmar. No unusual ped activity ... No unusual
activity in Parks.
Update from 16Ql70 via A.C.C.
30 minutes ago it was clear. Pacoima and Arleta are quiet
and we are heading up to Lake View Terrace now for an update.
Officer Justice informed me that the totals for "A" watch is
105 officers, "B" watch is 125 hours. This info was provided
to General Services for meals to be delivered to Foothill for
officers at 1200 and 2400 hours.
Hot food was delivered to Foothill by a private catering
company for consumption by Foothill personnel.
Sgt. Cross received telephonical notification from Graybill,
O.V.B., who stated he was contacted by Sgt. Paysinger,
O.V.B., at the E.O.C., who ordered the release of all
misdemeanor arrestees. Jail downtown is full and no
transportation. Foothill Jail cited back and released 9
misdemeanor arrestees.
I was notified by Officer Wiedenhaupt that at least two black
and white vehicles, two shotguns and an undetermined number
of ROVERs remained at the C.P., 54th and Van Nuys. Unknown
exactly which ROVERs are at the C.P.
Ekhart from O.V.B. called with a request for a breakdown of A
and B watches by rank.
Edhart called inquiring if we need flares and batteries and
if so, how many?
Unit 16A53 checked out a report of 415 gang activity at
Eldridge and Kagel Canyon. They rep0rted approximately 20
gang members just standing around.
Message received from 16Ql80 via A.C.C.
Just checked with San Fernando P.D. Patrol Commander. They
advised several incidents occurring including 187 directly
related to riots. He is preparing a full report which we
will receive.
Jeff Henderson, Whiteman Airport, called to offer their
facilities as needed by our Division.
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16Ql70 sent A.C.C. message.
Foothill and Osborne is quiet.
A.C.C . message from 16Ql70 .
Kagel Canyon Park, approximately 40 teens. No problems at
this time.
Desk received a phone call from anonymous caller who stated
that at the Shelter Isle Mobile Home Park (Glenoaks and
Gain), an unknown suspect came into the trailer park and
advised her and others to take their valuables and get out as
there will be problems today at 1500 hours. Officer Payne
and unit 16A53 will investigate and report back.
Sgt. Cross advised that as of now, Foothill W/0 must send an
Unusual Situation Report every four hours to O.V.B. per Bill
Humphrey. Captain Ornelas will also FAX the information.
A.S.D. called and offered their support as needed by Foothill
Division, 989-8572.
Call received from San Fernando P.D., nine carloads of Blacks
possibly looking "for trouble". Last seen leaving Pace
parking lot heading southbound on Foothill Boulevard toward
Station.
A.C.C. message received from Ql70.
Lake View Terrace clear.
O.P. 1 officers have noted a 1981 Olds, license 1BJD088,
continuously crusing past Station. D.M.V. inquiry revealed
R/0, Victor Lopez Andrade, 10934 Herrick, Pacoima. Vehicle
was F.I. 'don 4-22-91, 1730 hours, as a gang vehicle driven
by Enrique Villegas, male, Hispanic, black, black, 5'4, 210,
12-14-73, 1981 Olds Cutlass, 2 door, green, 946 W. 253rd St.,
Los Angeles, driver possible A.D.W. suspect.
Bomb threat received at Communications Division, 11565 Laurel
Canyon Boulevard, Ste 102. Caller stated, "This is the last
and final call. A bomb will be going off by 1130 hours . "
Call received regarding telephonic threat made to
Communications; unknown male Black caller stated, "Sgt. Koon
and his family are dead and we are going to burn down Parker
Center." I notified Santa Clarita Sheriffs, W/C Bengtson,
who stated that his agency has extra patrol request in effect
as of yesterday.
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Q170 sent A.C.C. message.
All quiet at Kagel Canyon Park.
Pete Delapene, C.Y.A. Parole, called and stated that he and
one other supervisor will be available if needed; 894-9181;
pager - (213) 651-9400.
Regarding possible bomb threat against Foothill Station,
Officer Arreola was approached by Martin Galaviz, 15102 Nurmi
St., Sylmar, 899-2854, who stated that he observed 18 - 20
male Blacks at San Fernando and Hubbard. He was approached
by 6 male Blacks who said, "Get your Mexican friends together
so we can take a present to Foothill Station (a vehicle full
of explosives) .
Call received from Communications re "415 group - possible
looters", Foothill and Maclay at Home Depot, air unit en
route. Unit 16FB1 dispatched.
Call received from Communications re "415 group - possible
looters", Foothill and Hubbard at Von's Market. Unit 16Ql
dispatched.
Marquez, Safety Police at Olive View Hospital, received bomb
threat at 0945 hours.
Unit 16FB1 reports no evidence of looting or damage at
Foothill and Maclay.
E.O.C. notified Foothill that all fuel deliveries will be
accompanied by escorts. W/C notified.
Desk received two separate calls were received from two
female callers stating that the Station would be burned down
this weekend.
R/C received at Communications Division, bomb threat at
Thrifty Drug Store, 10465 Sunland Blvd. Unknown caller
stated, "There is a bomb."
Ql reports no evidence of trouble at Von's - Foothill and
Hubbard.
From Officer Calvin Stegal, I.R.O. - received anonymous call
from Oregon stating that several carloads of Crips and Bloods
and Skinheads are en route to the L.A. area to join riot
(E.T.A. - May 2, 0600 hours).
Ql70 reports via M.D.T., L.V.T. quiet.
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Citizen reports all signals out at Beachy/Osborne and
Beachy/Terra Bella. Notified CB03 via A.C.C. to notify
T.S.R.
CB03 unable to notify T.S.R. for us. Emergencies only.
Phoned 485-2046 and notified T.S.R. Operator #46.
I #3743 from Communications - 415 gang fight with guns, 11911
Gager Street. Numerous male Hispanics and Black with piper
and possible gun. Units 16A53, 16A3 and 16Ql en route (P/R
Mrs. Estella, 890-6624).
Via A.C.C. from 9A79 - Citizen advised of shooting/shots
fired in Foothill on Van Nuys Boulevard between Foothill and
Woodman (from one citizen only).
Via A.C.C. from ACC15 - Captain Labrow advised us to check
all our sporting goods stores (specially Bigs) for possible
lootings. Notified all Foothill units via A.C.C.
Phoned Bureau to verify the entire City is under curfew.
York from O.V.B. confirmed. All City under curfew from dusk
to dawn.
Citizen reports to Officer Valladares that a group of 40/50
citizens are en route to Panorama Mall (possible looters).
Notified Van Nuys via A.C.C. and 9L30 is en route.
Officer Payne received information that Cesar Chavez will be
arriving at Foothill Station with a busload of protestors
sometime today.
16Ql70 reports all quiet in Lake View Terrace.
Holifield, Bernardi's office, called to inform Station that a
meeting will be held today at 1800 hours at the Pacoima Boys
and Girls Club. The topic of discussion will focus on ways
to prevent Hispanic youth from joining in the lootings, etc.
They hope to diffuse any potential problems. Lt. Ornelas
will be attending.
13651 Foothill Boulevard, bomb threat, Security Pacific Bank.
Unit 16Ql, 16Q3 and 16Ql70 assigned.
16Ql reports a small group with signs gathering at Sayre and
Foothill. No problem at this time. Will monitor.
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Sgt. Allen notified by Det. Steve Sumner, operating a Valley
scout unit. They can be notified via mobile phone (213)
509-2115. They will be driving a 1991 Buick, tan, 2 door.
Ekhart, O.V.B., notified us that the supplies we ordered are
en route to our Station. Unknown E.T.A.
Morgan, IBARS, notified Sgt. Allen that his unit will be
deployed at 1800 hours at County Fire Facility.
Call received at desk from Olive Vista Jr. High from Ron,
L.A.U.S.D. Police, of a bomb threat. Unknown male juvenile
caller. Will be handled by them.
Unit 16A31 notified A.C.C. that a group of 40 or more
gathering at Hansen Dam Park.
16V10 advises no problems at Van Nuys and Borden.
Captain Blackburn from Reserve Special Forces, National
Guard, called. ' Advised Sgt. Haberman that he will act as
liaison between Foothill and the National Guard. He will be
stationed here to assist us in assessing need of guard
troops. He assures us that his unit is well trained in riot
control.
Sgt. Macarthur was notified by a San Fernando business owner.
Called her to say that she employs many Hispanics who have
brothers who are currently incarcerated. These inmates have
contacted their relatives to say that Pacoima, Sylmar, etc.
will burn tonight.
415 group gathering at Sayre and Foothill. 16Ql handling
Code 4.
Sgt. MacArthur received a call from Bill Jenkins, a radio
station employee. Jenkins said that an unknown male Black
caller phoned the radio station and said that he knows where
Soon Ja Du resides and gave the correct address. Caller
stated that he was going to kill her tonight . I notified her
residence and explained the threat should be taken seriously .
16A3 reports no 415 group at Pace at Arroyo and Foothill, but
store is being secured against possible problems.
San Fernando P.D. notified (their Area).
Four protesters at corner of El Dorado and Osborne. No
problems.
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Received info from unknown caller who stated that high school
age gang members are planning to raid Panorama Mall tonight.
The group will be gathering to meet at Tobias and Parthenia
near bowling alley . Van Nuys was notified.
Info received from 16Ql70. Citizen overheard gang member
saying that they are going to get "the Mall" yet. Mall they
are referring to is located at Foothill and Terra Bella.
16Ql70 reports all quiet in Lake View Terrace.
Info received from citizen, manager of Williams Furniture,
10807 San Fernando Road, who stated that he received info
that his furniture store would be targeted by looters.
Ricardo Aguilar, 895-9247.
R/C "415 man with a gun Glenoaks and Osborne Place, handled
by Ql70, A53, FBl. Code 4, suspect in custody.
Communications Division received info from Maclay Junior High
that someone from Pierce Apartments complex stated that the
junior high school would be burned down.
Fritz Maxwell, Maxwell Security, notified desk that there
will be armed security guards at Phil's Food Queen, Terra
Bella and Foothill Boulevard, pager 904-7188.
Sgt. Allen made arrangements at both the Mission Hills Inn,
10621 Sepulveda, and the Rexford Inn, for five and 4 rooms
respectively at these motels. These room are to be utilized
by officers needing a place to sleep. All officers wishing
to utilize these rooms shall make arrangements through the
Watch Commander.
Citizen reporting 30 to 40 male Blacks gathering at Eldridge
and Kagel Canyon in the old hospital parking lot. Orderly at
this time.
Info received on A.C.C . from 16FB1.
Reporting shots fired behind 13680 Van Nuys Blvd. They
observed a male Hispanic duck down behind a house at Rincon,
south of Van Nuys Boulevard. Info received by Golden West
Security.
Crowd gathered at El Dorado and Osborne began interfering
with traffic on Osborne Street. Sgt. Cross advised
protesters to maintain their protest on the sidewalk. Crowd
complied.
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Sylmar Park reports a black pickup (in Sylmar Recreation
parking lot) filled with male Black and Hispanic gang
members.
Desk reports two similar white vehicles parked across the
street from the Station. Vehicles belong to press personnel.
Citizen reporting 5 gang members harassing neighbors at 10379
Amboy.
End of watch - 1800
Log completed by D. Kirk
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Citizen call - Foothill and Roxford, large group of Black
males possibly planning attack on Astoria Gardens
Radio - looters at Van Nuys and Glenoaks, 99 Cent Store.
Citizen call - Bloods and Crips organizing at Hansen Dam,
purpose to kill police officer, loot San Fernando Mall later.
Operator #7 - We Tip, Case #184397. 300-400 gang members and
meeting and said, "We will be where we need to be - in
Foothill". Gangs include South Central Crips, Grape Street,
Crips from Normandie and 84th and Nickerson Gardens.
Citizen call - Foothill and Sunland, Ralphs and Thrifty.
Large number of Blacks in parking lot.
VlO reports gang members at San Fernando Gardens
(approximately 40).
Officer needs help, Van Nuys east of Glenoaks.
Code 4.
Vandalism, police van, 12760 Osborne, smashed windshield.
North Hollywood Station - 15Q40 and squad of men on way to
Foothill Station.
Citizen call - looters at Arleta and Osborne, 7-11 Store.
Radio - looters at Sunland and Foothill.
!BARS phone - 899-6487.
Sgt. Reynoso - A & A Pawn Shop, 13168 Van Nuys, looted -
unable to secure.
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O.V.B. - Parr, 988-8303, requests information hourly on
number of deaths, injured citizens, injured officers, fires,
calls, arrests - male, female, juvenile, adult, felony and
misdemeanors.
Sgt. Frey gave O.V.B., Officer Poe, phone# for IBARS.
Officer Everett injured hand.
16Q20 transporting one looter from 13168 Van Nuys to IBARS.
Trash fire - San Fernando and Osborne.
Lt. Ornelas called to check on status. Will be in at 0600
hours.
Update O.V.B. on status - Officer Parr; 1 fire, 1 call
holding, 10 male adult misdemeanor arrests, 4 male adult
felony arrests, 2 female adult felony arrests.
Chief Rivetti, San Fernando P.D., spoke with Sgt. Yarbrough
regarding common problems and deployment. Yarbrough gave
Rivetti the inside line to the W/C in case of emergency.
Capt. Perry Blackburn, National Guard, C.O.C., 3rd Bn. 12
SFGA, Home address - 16850 Chatsworth, Granada Hills, phone
(818) 368-7721, left for Van Nuys Station at this time.
Sgt. Reynoso - A & A Pawn Shop, 13168 Van Nuys, 2 looters
arrested.
Citizen call - looting at Roscoe and Woodman.
Citizen call - Foothill and Sunland, looting at Ralphs,
Clothestime, Thrifty, Von's, male Blacks with guns .
Sgt. Dvorak booked 2 male adult felonies for 496 P.C., two
female adult felonies.
Citizen call - shots fired at Glenoaks and Osborne .
Deputy Wells, Crescenta Valley Station, called for status
report - quiet both locations.
Squad 7 released to Devonshire - 21 curfew arrests. Squad 6
released to Van Nuys.
See info 1823 hours
Foothill Division.
gang members making plans to be in
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Hollywood.
Squad 5 released to North
Update O.V.B. on status, Officer Parr. One call holding, 2
male juvenile felony arrests, 3 male adults misdemeanor
arrests, 1 male adult felony arrest.
Arrival of Riverside Sheriffs, 24 deputies, 4 sergeants and 1
lieutenant.
Update O.V.B. on status - 1 male adult felony arrest.
Riverside Sheriffs not needed at this time. Checked with
O.V.B. and returned to Los Alamitos.
Update O.V.B. on status - 5 male juvenile misdemeanors, 7
male adult misdemeanors, 2 male adult felonies and 3 female
adult misdemeanors.
Deputy Chief Kroeker at Foothill Station.
Update O.V.B. on status - 1 male juvenile felony, 1 female
juvenile misdemeanor, 1 male adult misdemeanor, 3 male adult
felony, 1 female adult felony.
All timed out calls in Incident 8889 and all 3CF call in
Incident 8873.
End of watch 0600
Log completed by D. Christoffersen
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"A" Watch roll call - Lt. Meraz, W/C
"A" Watch mobilized - equipment issued.
Reserve Officer Christoffersen informed us that O.V.B. wants
running stats accumulated on all deaths, injuries, fires and
arrest totals. Arrests for "B" watch are 50 misdemeanors, 29
felonies, 21 curfew. A breakdown of these arrests are 12
juvenile misdemeanors, 7 juvenile felony arrests, 38 adult
misdemeanor arrests, and 22 felony adult arrests.
Called O.V.B. to provide them with "B" watch stats.
Sgt. Weinhold stated that a community meeting has been set
for May 2, 1992, at 1200 hours, at the Pacoima Boys and Girls
Club, Glenoaks and Van Nuys.
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Reports of looting at 12800 Van Nuys Boulevard. 16SL03 and
16Ql0 responded. Ten to twelve looters in custody.
Received call from Sgt. Craig, E.O.C. Transfer Coordinator,
who stated that he is available to coordinate any prisoner
transfers necessary due to jail overcrowding. · He can be
contacted at 6-485-4452.
Sgt. Anderts, V.T.D., advised Sgt. Haberman that he has a
motor squad deployed in Foothill Division. This squad can be
utilized as needed by Foothill.
Regarding the looting incident (see 0843 entry) at 12807
Van Nuys Boulevard, Sgt. Weinhold reports that 9Gl0 and 9G20
assigned as intelligence officers, observed the looters
removing property from the 99 Cent Store. Five suspects
arrested for burglary and one vehicle was impounded. Two of
the arrestees are females.
Councilman Wachs' office called W/C inquiring about possible
fire at Von's, Sepulveda and Devonshire. We will report back
to them as soon as our unit arrives at scene. Their call
back is 781-3239 or 781-3241.
Mayor Bradley extends curfew for an additional day.
Bomb threat, 10521 Sunland Boulevard, Bob's Big Boy, Incident
#2296.
Bernardi's office requested an update of activity in
Foothill. Information relayed to Jon Damascus.
Citizen reporting carloads of male Blacks exiting 210 Freeway
at Sunland, Sunland and Tujunga.
Citizen reporting 415 juvenile group of five to ten male
Hispanics, 15 to 17 years, throwing rocks and bottles at
passing vehicles at Nettleton and Glenoaks. 16Ql70 reported
no activity.
Citizen reporting 415 car loads of male Black juveniles at
Bob's Big Boy, 10521 Sunland Boulevard (location of bomb
threat). L160 en route.
Sgt. Craig, E.O.C., notified W/C that R.T.D. bus 24 was en
route to Foothill for our use in personnel transport and
pick-up.
Peter Macerle from Congressman Morehead's Office called
inquiring about any possible problems in Tujunga and offered
assistance to our Division, if needed.
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Bud Brown, F.A.B.A. member, offered to donate cable straps
for use as substitute cord cuff restraints. He can be
reached at 365-0111 .
Received information from Crescenta Valley Sheriffs, Sgt.
Cox, regarding three carloads of male Blacks possibly armed
with a rifle en route to Hansen Dam. Call back (818)
957-0365 or 248-3464 .
Additional information received from Crescenta Valley
regarding Hansen Dam. Suspect possibly intend to burn down
Corral Bar.
16Q6 reports no activity at Foothill and Osborne, Corral Bar.
Citizen reports arson suspect now at 8523 Day Street. 16A89
handled (Code 4 Adam). Structure not damaged.
Watch Commander received call from John Brechter, Immigration
and Naturalization at 894-2826. He is available for help in
any arrests made of illegal aliens.
R.T.D. bus 24 was released by W/C as it was not needed at
this time. It will remain at Balboa and Victory until
needed.
16A53 reports all clear at Hansen Darn Park.
Bomb threat, 13651 Foothill Boulevard, Security Bank. Unit
16A99 dispatched. Bank manager evacuated the building .
Captain Labrow notified Foothill Area office that he has
personnel to spare if we need them.
Received teletype from Ord U.S. Fed Police asking for any
info available that would assist them in planning deployment.
Phone (408) 242-7851, 5167 or 3013.
Citizen reporting A.D . W. suspect there now, 9724 Woodman,
Subway Sandwich. Citizen called back to cancel call -
suspect and viction G.O.A.
Citizen reporting 415 group, shots fired, Wheatland and
McBroom. Several units responding, Air 10 en route. No
problem found.
Citizen reporting major 415 group at Glenoaks and Montague.
Units responded and group was G.O.A.
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Bomb threat targeting Foothill Station. Suspect phoned 9-1-1
to make threat. Communications obtained suspect's address
and phone number. Units assigned to Foothill Station and
suspect's arrest. Suspect arrested and transported to
Foothill for booking.
Met with officer from Department of Defense, Sharon Garrett,
for intelligence information session. Officer Garrett will
provide info gathered from sources within the community.
Officer Landtiser informed us that Foothill C.R.O. had been
contacting liquor store owners in Foothill, asking them to
voluntarily stop selling liquor during the civil unrest.
Received info from two separate sources advising that
Hispanic gang members have solicited Black gangs to join them
in a planned looting at Haddon and Van Nuys. The group plans
to hit San Fernando and Simi Valley.
16Ql80 notified W/C that he is en route with 50 National
Guardsman for Station security.
Info received from Officer Payne - Korean store owners will
be closing early tonight in anticipation of possible looting.
The store owners state that they will remain inside their
stores all night. It is important that Foothill officers are
aware that business owners may be in their businesses for the
safety of all concerned.
I.B.A.R.S. will be at Foothill, same location, at 1800 hours.
An additional R.T.D. bus was sent back to Victory and Balboa
as it was not needed at this time.
R.T.D. Police, Sgt. Hendrix, informed us that R.T.D. has
hundreds of R.T.D. buses available for our use as needed for
prisoner/personnel transport. Buses are . at main facility,
Glenoaks and Branford. Dispatch can be reached at (213)
972-6280.
O.V.B. wants a count of National Guard troops as soon as they
arrive at Foothill Station.
Information from Rossi, A.T.D., that C.B.S. television
received a bomb threat on their answering machine stating
Foothill Station will be bombed tonight.
Sgt. Haberman verified that Food For Less will ahve security
tonight due to the fact it is a food warehouse and is a
likely target for looters.
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"B" watch roll call - Lt. Woolway.
Sgt. Weinhold received info from owner of shopping center at
Sepulveda and Devonshire, Mr. Stonebraker, who states he has
received threats that the location will be burned tonight,
(714) 981-5514.
".A" Watch End of Watch.
Food For Less will be boarded up in front, steel doors all
around 30 foot walls. Loss prevention personnel will be at
the location (hired by store owners). This info should be
provided to officers assigned the security detail at this
location.
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Shooting - 16V2, working plainclothes, was flagged down at
1818 hours. Suspect, a male, Mexican, light brown hair,
ponytail, gry tank shirt, ran northbound on Remick, may have
left westbound in beige, Buick Regal. Additional information
to follow.
National Guard arrived with 56 troops in 4, 2 1/2 ton trucks,
· two Humvies. Notified O.V.B., 989-8303, per instructions.
Sgt. Reynoso designated as Press Sergeant.
Operator 687, Communications, received bomb threat against
Foothill Station and Simi Valley Court House. Call came from
a payphone at Panda Chinese Restaurant, 18434 Devonshire.
Korea store at Van Nuys and Bartee, robbery. C.R.A.S.H.
units were made at 10209 Bartee, four robbery, two 148, one
battery on a P.O.
Ralphs, Therifts - Sunland, 352-4544, security guard on roof.
Called I.B.A.R.S., notified Det. D'Amour, to report to Sgt.
Williams. At scene of shoting at Remick and Osborne.
Six man National Guard unit deployed to Food For Less.
16V20 reports Hansen Dam, Orcas Park as well as Foothill and
Osborne are clear.
Captain McBride and Assemblyman Katz are in the field
assessing damage and conditions.
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Sgt. Vonlytzon, Rampart, 485-4062, reports a citizen call to
Rampart who stated, "l,000 gang members were going to Rampart
and Foothill Division to "start something".
Report to O.V.B., Officer Jefferson, one male juvenile and
three male adults, all felonies.
L.A.F.D. has two paramedics and a chopper on stand-by for
possible injured police officer.
Teletypes - 5-1-92, 2006, Fresno P.D.
"on 5-1-92, at 1400 hours, four male Black suspects in the
Fresno Area purchased the following: 2,000 rounds of 9mm
ammo, 1,000 r . ounds Ml carbine ammo, 1,200 rounds AK47 ammo, 6
Ml carbines and miscellaneous magazines for AK47's, AR15's
and Ml carbines. Suspects paid in cash and were seen loading
the magazines as they left the area. Vehicle was white,
approximately 1985 Chevy P/U truck with repo type two yoke
(not a full tow truck). Suspects #1 and 2: Black males,
26-30, 6'0, 180-200 pounds. Partial clothing description,
unk which suspect, white t-shirt, dark jackets, one wearing a
blue Dodger shirt."
Information from citizen: Crips/Blodd gang members from
Oakland area on way here to kill as many police officers as
they can. Possibly related to the 200 L.A.P.D. and Inglewood
P.D. uniforms stolen from a cleaners in Hyde Park on 4-30-92.
None of the uniforms have been used or seen as yet, but
appropriate caution should be observed.
Q5 reports arson at Van Nuys and Haddon Apartment; $100.00
damage at A.M.-P.M. Market.
Report to O.V.B., Officer Jefferson; one fire, three male
juvenile felonies, two male adult misdemeanors.
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Report to O.V.B., Officer Jefferson; one male juvenile
misdemeanor, eight adult misdemeanors, two male adult
felonies.
Report to O.V.B., Officer Jefferson; two male adult felonies.
Report to 0.V.B., Officer Jefferson; file male adult
misdemeanors.
"A" Watch roll call - Watch Commander Lt. Meraz
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E.O . C. provided with deployment statistics.
16Ql80 reporting shots fired in area of Osborne and Sunburst.
Shots fired was citizen attempting to kill his 415 pig.
Animal Regulations notified to pick up animal. Shots fired
report completed. Located is 11339 Clybourn.
Mr. and Mrs. Espinosa, Foothill citizens, brought breakfast
food to Foothill Station. They will return today at 1200
hour with more food for Foothill officers.
Sent O.V.B. Personnel Status Report. This report shall be
submitted every hour. FAX number if 989-8298.
Teletype received for E.O.C. 1; "D.S.D. Captain stated he had
received info on Oakland gang members coming to L.A. to use
stolen L.A.P.D., L.A.S.D. and Culver City P.D. uniforms in
attack on police as reported by Firestone Sheriff and Park
Patrol Chief. Gang Information Section confirmed Rollin 60's
Crips involved in earlier shooting with off-duty L.A.P.D. at
Florence under the Harbor Freeway and 8 Tre Hoover Crips
involved in on-duty shooting at Menlo and Manchester . "
Pace Store on Foothill Boulevard donated food for
approximately 400. A huge variety of sandwiches, etc.
Det. Kraft, Burbank P.D., called to ask for an update on any
incidents which might impact his agency. We reported no
problems.
Lt. Rico Castro, San Fernando P.D., Incident Commander,
called asking for an update. We should contact him to report
any incidents affecting City .of San Fernando.
Teletype received from E . O.C. l; "D.W.P. employee reports
that on 5-1-92, ·while working in the Pico/Fairfax area, he
observed three to four gang members in a crowd of 75 to 100
looters. Gang members had lists of locations and times that
they were to be set afire. Employee states they are very
organized. He did observe the list, but was unable to get
it."
Sgt. Bowers notified Station that he can be reached at (818)
604-4072 on his beeper.
Sgt. Haberman advised that National Guard will be pulling out
of Foothill Station by order of Commanding Officer.
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The Espinoza family returned to Foothill with a Mexican feast
for Foothill officers. They brought tamales, taquitos, chile
rellenos and rice.
Information received from L.A.S.D. Two off-duty sheriff
deputies will be stationed on the roof of the shopping center
at Sunland and Foothill. They will be armed. Hours of
employment are 1730 to 0800 hours tonight.
"Dino" from Queen's Burgers provided two cases of fresh fruit
to Foothill officers on perimeter security.
Kae and Ricks Hallmark donated cold cut trays for Foothill
officers.
Lt. Meraz reports Foothill citizen of 30 years, Mariano
Poveda, who resides at 8675 Vine Valley, came to Foothill
Station to volunteer his services to Foothill St~tion. Mr.
Poveda stated he would "sweep the floor, serve coffee, etc."
Poveda added that, "I want to get involved. I never thought
I'd do something like this."
Lt. Ornelas stated that E.0.C. reports our Department will
maintain 12 hour shifts until Friday, May 8.
Sgt. Allen went to Van Nuys to pick up 200 box lunches for
77th Division officers.
Pace Stores phoned asking if we need more food. Contact them
at 365-7710, Jim.
Teletype received from Sgt. Jackson, U.O. Command Post; "It
has been overheard by a Department employee that the Peace
Stone gang has threatened to kill a police officer this
weekend in R.D. 0361 ( S/W)."
Desk received phone call from manager of In-N-Out, 11455
Laurel Canyon, who stated 20 male Hispanic youths loitering
in parking lot.
"B" Watch roll call - Lt. Woolway.
"A" Watch E.O.D.
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"B" Watch roll call - W/C Sgt. Yarbrough.
"B" watch mobilized equipment issued.
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Sgt. Provencio, R & I, called and provided with I.B.A.R.S. #
of 899-6487.
Information received from L.A.S.D., two off-duty sheriff
deputies will be station on the roof of the shopping center
at Sunland and Foothill. They will be armed. Hours of
employment are 1730-0800 hours.
PRT016 advised large wedding group in driveway at 10900 block
of Herrick between Van Nuys and Pierce. Units advised to be
aware. 16L130 drove by location and advised loud music only,
peaceful crowd.
Sent O.V.B. Personnel Status Report. This report shall be
submitted _ every two hours. Their FAX is 989-8298.
O.V.B. Personnel Status Report updated.
Log taken over by V. Fox.
FAX, U.O. Situation Summary. Total of 32 arrests - 16 male
juvenile and 17 male adults.
Sgt. Yarbrough received call from P.R. re cat stuffed in mail
box, cat hung in treet, swastika painted on front door of
units Ll30, Ll40. 16A99 sent Code 2, Incident #5084.
16A23 reports 415 gang party at Telfair and Desmond, Code 4,
2143 small party.
L.A.P.D. Photographer, Jerry Sagle, requesting info on any
damages in Foothill Area to photograph. Spoke to Sgt. Frey.
Re-sent U.O. Situation Summary - Total of 17 arrest, 12 male
adults, 3 male juveniles, 1 female juvenile, 1 female adult.
Lt. Woolway reported Lucky Market donated food and retired
Officer Jolley will barbecue food for the officers.
Major Horne of National Guard reported threats made to the
Panorama Mall, torching, looting, drive-by. If problems
occur, Captain Lathrop's troops will handle problem.
Police Officer II Williams - U.O. Status sheet now need to be
sent every four hours.
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Major Horne reports shots fired in Foothill Station area.
National Guard heard approximately 3 shots, heard south of
the Division. The 26 guards are committed to overseeing the
safety of the Station, per the Major.
Debbie, O.V.B., needs every hour stats report on deaths, etc.
Need to be sent every hour ~
U.O. Sheets sent by Williams; Arrests - 39 male adults, 3
male juveniles, 5 female adults, 3 female juveniles.
Captain McBride end of watch.
Sent U.O. sheet, Officer Williams.
Sgt. Polen received call from Temple City Sheriffs regarding
Officer Mai. Sheriffs stated officer doesn't live there.
Polen sent unit to a Tujunga address. 16A53 stated officer
doesn't live there. Sergeant suggested to ask for a
forwarding address.
Received call from Pacifica Hospital regarding victim of a
beating (walk-in). Incident created, officer sent.
Officer Adler reports citizen watched Channel 4 where
interview was taking place with gang member who states the
gangs are going to do in Bradley, Gates and Judge .Karlin.
Sgt. Polen phoned D.H.D. regarding phone number for Officer
Mai.
U.O. Sheets sent to O.V.B., Officer Lindsey.
Total arrests - 142 - 119 male misdemeanors, 7 female adults,
15 male juveniles and 1 female juvenile.
Sheriffs' bus arrived to transport in-custodys to Van Nuys.
Approximately 20 additional bodies to be booked.
"A" Watch roll call - Lt. Meraz.
"B" Watch end of watch.
Log completed by Officer Pagan.
0600 Roll Call - Lt. Meraz
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Sgt. Haberman spoke with detectives regarding transportation
of arrestees to court on Monday. The possibility was raised
of using the youth services bus to make the transfer. A
final decision will be reached after consultation with
L.A.S.D.
Notified O.V.B., Officer York, with personnel deployment
status. York advised that it was unnecessary to FAX these
reports as directed (every two hours). York said a
telephonic notification would suffice.
15580 San Fernando Mission, possible 187. Unit reports 187
victim burned. Devonshire occurrence.
Contacted Supply Division for U.O. cards. Supervisor
informed us that we will be limited to 500 cards per day.
This will likely necessitate daily pick-ups at Piper Tech.
Maggie O'Rourke and Scott Solis, 11347 Dronfield, Pacoima,
donated home made baked goods and beverages for Foothill
officers.
Father's Donuts donated two boxes of fresh donuts for
Foothill officers.
Department of Corrections, Special Services Unit, Special
Agent Rick Minjares, phoned. He inquired about a possible
Blood and Crip meeting at Hansen Dam on 5-1-92. I informed
him that we had no reports of such a meeting.
O.V.B. requested personnel stats for "B" watch for 5-3-92.
They were provided with general stats based on the previous
night's deployment.
Supervisor meeting - topics include U.O. update, recovery
process, general welfare of troops. All "A" watch
supervisors in attendance and Lieutenant Ornelas.
Per Det. Lopez, D.H.D., all PVD's are to be handled in the
usual manner beginning tomorrow. They's been extended, not
suspended.
Unit 16A99 reported broken water main at San Fernando road,
just east of Branford. Notified Ms. Smith at D.W.P. Unknown
E.T.A. Roadway in danger of collapse.
O.V.B., York, phoned requesting that Lieutenant Ornelas
attend a mandatory meeting at O.V.B. at 1200 hours.
Mrs. Espinoza arrived at Foothill Station with mexican food
for the troops.
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Sgt. Cross and Det. Bishop have divided up the problem parks
in our Area and asigned units to patrol these parks. Units
will report to A.C.C. hourly on any pertinent info gathered.
This enforcement effort includes Q units and National Guard.
The SLO units will also be assigned to parks in their
respective areas.
16Q8 reports crowd gathering at Hansen Dam. Crowd is
peaceful at this time.
Lt. Ornelas, Lt. Meraz, Officers Valladares and Arreola,
along with Irene Tovar, attended the 0800 and 1000 hours
Spanish masses at Mary Immaculate Church, Van Nuys and
Remick. From the pulpit we expressed our sincere gratitude
for their help as parents and leaders in preventing unrest in
Foothill. We ensured a balance of response to problems with
a presence to ensure confidence, trust and normalcy. We
mentioned calls, food and support which we have received.
Tovar had some very nice things to say about Foothill. Met
with church goers after mass. Approximately 1000 people were
reached and we were extremely well received.
Pistol Petes donated 20 large pizzas for all at Foothill.
16Q6 reported Paxton Park has a few car clubs gathering. No
problems. 16Q7 reports all quiet at Humphry Park.
16Q8 reported Hansen Dam quiet.
Citizen reported 20 to 30 juveniles inside San Fernando High
with spray cans sent Ql.
16FB2 reported parks are all calm, families only. 16Q9
reported same at Hansen Dam.
Received tt .at 5-1-92, 2155 hours:
"The California Department of Justice has confirmed the
purchase in Bakersfield today, 5-1-92, at 1600 horus, by
Bloods and Crips gang members of 4,200 rounds of ammunition
for AK47's and magazines for ARIS and Ml6's and Ml carbines.
The suspects were described only as four male Blacks in a
white pickup truck. This appears to be related to an earlier
message from Fresno P.D. that about suspect's vehicle,
purchased weapons and ammunition there earlier today."
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Received tt, 5-1-92, 1400 hours:
"Four male Black suspects in the Fresno area purchased the
following: 2,000 rounds 9mm ammo, 1,000 rounds Ml carbine
ammo, 1,200 rounds AK47 ammo, six Ml carbines, and
miscellaneous magazines for AK47's, AR15's and Ml carbines.
Suspects paid cash and were seen loading the magazines as
they left the area in a white, approximately 1985 Chevy
pickup with a repo type tow yoke. Suspects #1 and 2 - Black
males, 26-30, 6'0, 180 - 200 pounds; suspects #3 and 4 -
Black males, shorter than #1 and #2, weighing 150 pounds."
Sent Q4 to meet Loomis Armor Truck at Pace.
Per Lori from Wilshire Desk, the gas station at Van Nuys and
Glenoaks is selling gas in gas can against City policy.
16SL03 will respond and contact Station owners ..
16SL03 reports all quiet in Orcas Park.
Cruisers gathering on Laurel Canyon.
handling. Will report any problems.
16A89, A99, FBl are
16FB1 reports cruisers at In-N-Out only.
16Q5 reports no cruisers on Laurel Canyon.
16Ql3 reports all quiet at Hansen Dam and Roger Jessup Park.
16Q9 reports large, peaceful, crowd at Hansen Dam.
Day watch arrests thus far are 1 male adult felony warrant, 1
male juvenile for 211.
R.T.D. Police reports 415 juvenile group at Devonshire and
Woodman at the park. R.T.D. Police provided Sgt. Haberman
with a flyer found at Foothill and Osborne. Flyer stated its
an open season on L.A.P.D. To all Crips and Bloods, let's
unit and don't gangbang and let it be a Black thing for the
little Black girl and the homie Rodney King. And eye for an
eye and tooth for a tooth. If L.A.P.D. hurt a Black, will
kill two pow, pow, pow. Crips and Bloods together we stand.
BSV, RSC, NHB, ETG, HCG, FTB, ECC, DLB, SYC, BDS, AGC, BWB,
PIRU, NHC, IFG, CAC, RFC, VNG, PJW, CC RIDER and the rest of
the LOCS and BEE DOGS BLACK POWER.
16FB2 reports no problems at Dev. Wood Park.
Two male felony arrests for GTA/459.
"B" Watch roll call - Lt. Woolway.
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I.B.A.R.S. called and stated that they are unsure when they
will deploy in Foothill. They will notify Foothill W/C via
A.C.C. when they are ready to deploy.
"B" watch mobilized - equipment issued.
Ms. Kitti St. John (Foothill · citizen), 12001 Foothill
· Boulevard - #13, Lake View Terrace, came to Foothill Station
and donated baked goods (cupcakes) to Foothill officers.
Stated to save box and she would return with more baked goods
for the officers.
Received FAX from Stewart (O.V.B.) - O.V.B. Personnel Status
Report, Unusual Occurrence Information Sheet. Stated
completed forms should be sent once every 3 hours, unless
changes are made. Then send every hour. Projections for "A"
watch must be sent by 1930 hours.
Sent O.V.B. Personnel Status Report. This report shall be
submitted every 3 horus if there are no changes. If changes
are made, send every hour.
I.B.A.R.S. is now open.
Log taken over by V. Fox.
Arrests - 2 males, 0 female - 2 total misdemeanors.
Barbara Stone, E.O.C., called stating reports are to be
directed to her by 2100 hours.
R/P, brother-in-law of victim, reported drowning of victim
Juventino Ramos, male, Hispanic, 45/47, no foul play, home
alone. Address of 9467 Obeck Avenue, Arleta. Sgt. Collins
at scene.
Two molitov cocktails found in bushes at east side of
Foothill and Osborne. Sgt. Reynoso at scene - D.H.D.
notified (Judd), Bomb Squad will respond, peremiter
established. While searching area, one additional
discovered. Lt. Garcia, O.V.B., was notified and an
additional squad of National Guard was dispatched for
security. Captain McBride was notified, along with L.A.F.D.
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Volunteer of L.A.P.D., reported a woman reported 4 carloads
of possible gang members in front of her home, 13958 Carl
Street. R/P Mrs. Dora Montoya, (818) 896-6095. RTO created
incident.
3 year old drowning victim - 13069 Vaughn Street. Discovered
at bottom of pool, child left home alone.
E.O.C. stats sent by Officer Williams - Arrest 3 - 2 felony
male and 1 misdemeanor male.
National Guard changed their perimeter security due to a
blind spot found by a sergeant of National Guard where an
attack could be made on the Station. A re-check was made due
to the cocktails found in bushes. See photographs.
Officer Radzyminski reports numerous phone calls coming in
front Divisions questioning the cocktails found. Teletype
stated wrong information. Sgt. Yarbrough called E.O.C. to
straighten out info on teletype.
Sgt. Young of I.B.A.R.S. called needing assistance with
arrestees. 16Ql7 reassigned to assist.
Sgt. Reynoso called Sgt. Yarbrough re an arson who entered,
the Boys and Girls Club, 11251 Glenoaks, and moderate damage
done to interior. L.A.F.D. notified.
I.B.A.R.S. notified for arrest - 22 total - 15 male adult
misdemeanors, 2 felony male, 5 male juvenile misdemeanors.
E.O.C. arrests sent by Williams.
L.A.P.D. volunteer reported a citizen is reporting a 415
party - 7815 Kyle Street, Tujunga. P.S.R. had information
broadcasted .·
Commander Pomeroy phoned W/C stating National Guard have
removed ammo from their weapons and placed ammo in their
reserve pouches. No comments are to be made to the guard re
their ammo.
I.B.A.R.S. re arrests - 22 arrests - 1 female adult felony, 1
female adult misdemeanor, 16 male adult misdemeanors, 1 male
juvenile misdemeanor.
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Desk Officer Radzyminski received call stating unknown
citizen (didn't want to give name) states at approximately
1700 hours, 3 males, NFD, were knocking on doors looking for
George Holiday.
Per Michelena, O.V.B., detectives are to remain on A & B
watch until further notification and no subpoenaed officers
are to appear in court tomorrow, 5-4-92.
I.B.A.R.S. - Arrests - 26 - 2 male felony adults, 2 male
adult misdemeanors and 1 male juvenile misdemeanor.
Per W/C - 16Zl sent to Van Nuys to pick up meals. Per W/C,
QlS brought in to relieve fized post until end of watch.
Sgt. Jack Wells, O.V.B., called and stated security is needed
at 1247 Arroyo, D.P.S.S. Sgt. Frey will advise "A" watch
(distribution of welfare checks).
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Citizen Mary Lou Holte called and advised suspects were
caught who shot the two Compton officers.
I.B.A.R.S. called regarding arrests; 11 arrests - 1 male
adult felony, 9 male adult misdemeanor, 1 male juvenile
misdemeanor.
Sgt. Wells, E.O.C., called to remind us of the stats that are
due at 0100 hours.
Stats sent to E.O.C.
I.B.A.R.S. phoned stating they are closed with approximately
78 to be booked. 77 curfew, 1 warrant.
I.B.A.R.S. called re arrest; 10 arrests - 10 male adult
misdemeanors.
I.B.A.R.S. - 1 male adult misdemeanor.
W/C received call from Major Horne of National Guard, who
stated National Guard is being pulled.
Received teletype from E.O.C. requesting U.O. Personnel Sheet
for "A" Watch.
W/C had Officer Radzyminski check perimeter to assign two
officers at each fixed post so National Guard could be
relieved of duty.
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I.B.A.R.S. check - 4 total - 2 male adult misdemeanors, 1
male juvenile misdemeanors, 1 felony male adults .
Major Horne called stating the military won't be pulling out
until 0600 hours. Military pulled out approximately 0400
hours.
Captain McBride had a conference call re attached memo.
W/0 Lt. Woolway received a phone call from an anonymous gang
member stating we are all going to die and Powell will be the
first one.
Last E.O.C. Stat Report sent to O.V.B.
Sgt. Yarbrough posted days off sheets for officers who want 1
day off.
O.V.B. reports time is 2 hours off on FAX machine.
Last hourly report sent to O.V.B. by Williams.
"A" Watch roll call.
"B" watch E.O.W.
End of watch
Log completed by Officer Pagan.
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I.B.A.R.S. check - 4 total - 2 male adult misdemeanors, 1
male juvenile misdemeanors, 1 felony male adults.
Major Horne called stating the military won't be pulling out
until 0600 hours. Military pulled out approximately 0400
hours.
Captain McBride had a conference call re attached memo .
W/O Lt. Woolway received a phone call from an anonymous gang
member stating we are all going to die and Powell will be the
first one.
Last E.O.C. Stat Report sent to O.V.B.
Sgt. Yarbrough posted days off sheets for officers who want 1
day off.
O.V.B. reports time is 2 hours off on FAX machine.
Last hourly report sent to O.V.B. by Williams.
"A" Watch roll call.
"B" watch E.O.W.
End of watch
Log completed by Officer Pagan.
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Roll call - W/C Lt. Meraz
"A" Watch deployed - equipped issued.
Notes from 5-4-92, 0400 conference call with Captain McBride:
1. No court on Monday, 5-4-92.
2. No F.B.I. on the street Monday.
3. No more C.H.P. on fire rigs.
4. Offer one day off (Tues/Wed/Thurs) to all. This is not
mandatory. Up to 1/3 staff.
5. Captain's test postponed to unknown date.
6. Florence and Normandie situation - arrests pending.
7. South end power outages should be fixed tomorrow.
8. 12847 Arroyo, DPSS facility - Sgt on "A" watch check on
security needs.
9. 12 hour shifts contiue through the weekend of 5/9 - 5/10.
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Citizen reports two molotov cocktails found near Osborne and
Foothill.
Notified O.V.B., York, of "B" watch personnel deployment
stats.
Notified 0.V.B., York, of "A" watch personnel deployment
stats for 5-4-92.
All unused food left in break room will be donated to a local
relief agency for use in feeding the homeless.
Sgt. Weinhold provided lists of telephone calls received at
C.P.U. office.
Attention "A" and "B" watch effective immediately and through
this week, North Hollywood Division will have two squads
dedicated to Foothill Area in response to withdrawal of
National Guard. One squad (en route) will be at Foothill
Station. The other squad will remain at North Hollywood on
standby. Info from Lt. Meraz.
Operations officers and W/C met with Sgt. Bruce Bierborn,
15Q60 (North Hollywood standby) regarding response and
overall strategy.
Sgt. Davies en route to Foothill will his assigned unit for
Foothill.
Burbank P.D. requests copy of Blood and Crip flyer discovered
in Foothill on Sunday, 5-3-92. Sent a FAX copy to Sgt. Kraft
at 953-3102.
National Guard troops assigned to Foothill should be
commended for their attention to duty and their meticulous
clean up effort before shipping out.
Mission Hills Neighborhood Watch donated grocery items for
Foothill officers.
Per Officer Hummel, no Community Service Workers in Foothill
Station until further notice.
16Q7 reports three armed L.A. County Safety Police officers
deployed at DPSS at Arroyo and Foothill. 16Q2 will be
redeployed.
Citizen Bertie Duffy, 11761 Laurel Crest Drive, Studio City,
769-2894, donated two cakes for Foothill officers.
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Phone call received from Lori Martin, a nurse at Sylmar
Juvenile Hall (885-3654. Martin stated she had information
that Crips and Bloods are forming an alliance and will focus
on Simi Valley.
Lt. Meraz advises all "A" watch supervisors to attend a
meeting scheduled for 1155 hours at ·Foothill Station.
Bomb threat at 10300 N. Sepulveda, Bank of America. Det
Bishop responding with 16A23.
Citizen reporting a male Hispanic attempting to start a fire
at Foothill and Filmore. Citizen chased off. Unit sent to
investigate.
Lieutenant Ornelas brief "A" watch supervisors on Compton
officer shooting, advising to stress tactics and officer
safety in roll call.
National Guard will be redeployed in Foothill in a "low
profile" capacity on "B" watch only.
From Tony, Operations Pulic Works, regarding Pacoima Dam
water discharge. At 1500 hours today, for an indefinite
duration, are of 30 CFS spreading around Pacoima until the
darn comes off the spillway.
Received teletype from D.H.D. of declaration of Daryl F.
Gates re subpoenaed officers.
Communications Division reports helicopter down at Laurel
Canyon and Sheldon. Units responding, Code 4, helicopter
down but occupants unhurt. North Hollywood occurrence.
All requests for National Guard troops shall be directed to
CPl at 291-4724 only.
Bomb threat, 13651 Foothill Boulevard, Security Pacific Bank.
Lieutenant Ornelas stated curfew has been reinstated until
further notice.
Captain McBride informed that as of 1800 hours, we will
return to "business as usual" as per response to calls for
service, deployed as usual (basic cars, x-cars, u-cars, etc).
Will remain on 12 hour shifts.
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Contact was made with both O.V.B. and E.O.C. regarding
discrepancy in curfew continuing. According to Linda at
Mayor's office, the curfew has been discontinued.
Request from E.O.C. via D.H.D., Officer Arnorosa, extra patrol
requested for Gonzales/Pacoima Recreation Center, 10943
Herrick Avenue. Please have unit 1.Q_g checks.
Info from York, O.V.B., Disaster Assistance Application, do
not give out to any citizen until further notice. Form will
be changed.
Information from Ruth, Van Nuys Station, two groups of gang
members (1 group - approximately 20) gathered at Galleria.
The other (approximately 30) at Kester Park. They were
identified as Front Street Crips. It appears they are
organizing. Van Nuys Patro dispersed both groups.
Roll call - "B" watch.
End of watch
Log completed by D. Kirk
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Roll call - Lt. Woolway
Sgt. MacArthur on phone with fireman's son, 19 years, who
wants to commit suicide. Attempts are being made to contact
the father.
Officers arrived at the scene of suicide attempt. Officer
are taking victim to 72 hour hold at Olive View (father - Tom
Campuzano, 485-6095 (W) and 709-0380 (R).
No I.B.A.R.S. per Sgt. Barnes.
Sgt. MacArthur reported the partner of Campuzano will get
ahold of him by his pager. Sgt. stated that possibly
Campuzano will contact Olive View first.
Captain of National Guard stated they will deploy their
troops for security.
Sgt. Yarbrough advised no R.T.O. to maintain the A.C.C.
Total arrests - 1 male felony adult.
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Two North Hollywood sergeants (Boyer and Dvorak) with Sgt.
Polen and Captain McBride discussed Station security if we
are under attacked and how they will respond.
Mrs. Evans (wife of Officer Evans) received death threats on
their family. Lt. Woolway handled call and spoke with
Officer Evans .
Sgt. Frey infomred Sgt. Krebs no Q units, X-units. Regular
police work, only 12 hour shifts.
Lt. Woolway sent Officer Evans home.
Arrests - 1 misdemeanor adult.
Lt. Woolway advised his availability on radio, riding with
A31.
No arrests.
Station Officers Arevalo and Zavala brought in steaks and
potatoes and barbecue for the officers.
A.C.C. lock up.
O.V.B. requested "A" watch personnel. Sent by Officer
Kuklok.
Food For Less donated food. Picked up by Officer Dragun and
Station Officer Zavala.
U.O. "B" watch cards requests to PCP Raggett.
F.B.I. advised F.B.I. went home.
Arrests - 3 - 2 misdemeanor adults and 1 felony adult.
Captain McBride forwarded memo to "B" watch staff.
Memo #1, dated 5-4-92, from SA Charlene Berry, assigned to
Management Center, received info from IA Barbara Evans and
unknown male (White, 35 years) contacted F.B.I. complaint
desk from car phone. The male advised Tricia LaZaar
(possible gang member) in San· Francisco advising gangs from
the San Francisco area will destroy the "rich areas" of L.A.,
including businesses as well as homes.
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Memo #2, from Det. Coyle, regarding info from LASD - several
gun boxes were looted and were found near Lennox Station,
near 109th Street. The guns have shown up in Riverside,
San Bernardino and Moreno Valley. Some weapons were
exchanged between Crips and Bloods and a mass meeting is to
be held at Crenshaw and Slauson area to determine attack
(5-4-92). The gangs have targeted National Guard. LASD
search warrants were executed and the Bloods and Crips were
seen together.
Memo #3, from Det. Coyle, regarding U.S. Marshal Service,
Underwood, Assigned Riot Detail, advises L.A. gangs are
plannign to visit certain jurors in Simi Valley. Gang
members will wear business suits to avoid detection, and will
wait until things return to normal.
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Per Sgt. Williams, advised Ramada Inn is offering free rooms
to officers.
Sgt. Minsal and Officer White did follow-up to the We Tip.
Vice officers spoke to Roberta Gillian who lives at that
location. She stated her boyfriend "Dominic", a friend
(Richard) and her did go to Hollywood, but did no wrong
doings. Sgt. stated house was clean and tidy, seemed okay.
O.V.B. advised Sgt. Polen, extra patrol is needed at the
libraries located at 13050 Glenoaks, and 7771 Foothill
starting 5-6-92. Patrol is to check personnel at opening and
closing. Drive-by during business hours.
Reported to · W/C, an officer involved T/A, Foothill and
Paxton, involving Officers Williams, Everett and Jones.
Minor injuries, further info pending.
Received We Tip info on FAX machine regarding possible looter
who lives in Foothill Area, 10212 Tujunga Canyon - #1. First
name of Dominic, male, White, black, brown, 5'9, 150.
Suspect removed property from Fredricks of Hollywood.
Central Command Post and Mr. Ron Barnett, Supervisor
Detention Officer at Sylmar Juvenile Hall, both received
information regarding threats by Crips and Bloods that an
attack will be made on Sylmar Juvenile Hall, 16350 Filbert.
Extra patrol is required by "A" and "B" watch.
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0500 O.V.B. called requesting if any sufficient occurrences
happened in Foothill. Sgt. Frey advised one T/A involving an
officer.
End of watch.
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Roll call - Lt. Meraz, W/C.
"A" Watch deployed - equipment issued.
Notified .York, O.V.B., of "B" watch and "A" watch deployment
stats. Also, lunch needs of 125 officers for "A" watch.
Cancelled Food For Less unit and assigned to patrol
functions.
Contacted E.O.C. regarding ammon ban. Officer Newton stated
it is currently in effect. They will inquire further and let
us know later.
Advised York, O.V.B., "B" watch needs 175 dinners for
officers and National Guard.
Sgt. Davies, 15Q40, assigned to Foothill along with units
15Q42, 15Q44 and .15Q46 (7 officers).
Updated logistics report and called to Officer Schott, O.V.B.
Changed format once again.
Rumor that L.A. street outside of Parker Center was being
barricaded with troops and military tanks. E.O.C. stated yes
- possible sniper/bomb scare.
Santa Barbara Sheriffs called to verify rumor that Justice
Department was going to announce their decision on the Civil
Rights violations of Rodney King. Advised them it is pure
speculation and rumor.
Per Lt. Meraz:
1. Daily reporting of officers' days off each day. is to
30% of officers will be allowed days off through end of
incident, including detectives. Sworn personnel on 12
hour shifts.
2. There is no amnesty for looters returning stolen items.
Book property and bodies.
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3. It is the goal of the Department to get total cash for
overtime. $14 million has been spent so far.
4. The media is going to every pursuit. Astro is video
taping all pursuits. Please use good judgment .
5. It has been rumored that Bloods and Crips are together.
New colors are "white had and white scarfs". Their goals
are to kill an officer, preferably a White officer.
6. Verify all rumors with the Bureau of E.O.C. We need to
gather ongoing intelligence from A.T.D. and other
intelligence organizations. This is needed daily, as we
did during the 1984 Olympic Games.
Lt. Meraz contacted I.C.C. regarding need for a comprehensive
threat assessment in regard to all significant information
that could impact all uniformed/Area personnel about
Crip/Blood information threats on police officers/assaults
and tactics on police officers. Information could also
enable uniformed personnel to become part of the intelligence
process (eyes/cars). Suggested assessment be submitted to
all Areas at 0500 and 1700 horus in order to disseminate at
roll calls.
"Sure Fire Ammo", 11015 Glenoaks Blvd, Spaces 18, 19 and 20,
received a threat to be burned down by an unknown male
Hispanic. They have over 100,000 rounds of "live" ammo on
hand, plus gun powder for the manufacturing process. Advise
all "A" and "B" watches.
Julia Butcher called and advised that while she was waiting
at Olive View Medical Center waiting to be treated, she
overheard two female Black nurses, 40 to 50 years, stating
that they were going to burglarize an antique store in a
large mall/shopping area, NFD, NFI.
Gave Lt. Ornelas an updated list of arrests for the day, per
his request.
Roll call for "B" watch - W/C Sgt . Yarbrough.
End of watch.
Log completed by Officer D. Blanken
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"B" watch deployed - equipment issued.
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Unknown officer drove off with pump nozzle attached to
vehicle. Downtown garage notified.
Fred Thompson hasn't shown up for work. Message left on
answering machine by Officer Shake.
Officer Kickbush reported in to report her I.O.D. status.
W/C was unable to handle - will call back to speak with W/C.
Officer Thompson is en route to Station - arrived at 1930
hours.
W/C Yarbrough spoke with Officer Kickbush. She reported she
is recuperating from her knee injury and will be returning
May 17, at which time she starts vacation.
Garage personnel from Van Nuys are repairing the hose pump.
W/C received FAX from O.V.B. to all C/O's in the Valley
regarding detective being followed from vicinity of Van Nuys
Station. Vehicle was a gold 280Z, license 1LKB006, CA (not
on file), driver was a female Black, light complexion, last
seen on Lindley. Use caution when leaving Station, en route
home, use alternate routes, be aware of surroundings.
Officer Jones phoned reporting he'll be going to the hernia
clinic tomorrow, 5-6-92.
Sgt. Fey received information from E.C.C., Threat Assessment.
Threats on police officers remain high. Investigations are
ensuring regarding rumors that the Bloods and Crips have made
peace and concentrate on attacking police and military
personnel. No info substantiating any plan that gangs are
working together. This development coupled with theft of
thousands ~farms and police uniforms stolen. Caution should
be used when authenticity of police personnel is in doubt.
Tensions are being increased by organized radical groups
stirring hate rhetoric. Gangs are threatening to kill
officers, especially after military leaves. Additional
threats for potential violence when Bush arrives Wednesday,
5-6-92, 2045 hours, to tour West and South Bureau on 5-7-92.
Clinton will arrive Saturday, 5-9-92. F.B.I. states rumors
regarding 4 officers who violated Civil Rights law not being
pursued in Federal Court are false.
Thompson, O.V.B., stated National Guard are en route from
downtown. Guard that was coming from Van Nuys have been
cancelled.
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Michelena, O.V.B., telephoned stating there will be an Area
Commanding Officer's meeting at 2200 at O.V.B. with Captain
McKinley.
Sgt. Minsal received a call from "Dominic" (suspect of a We
Tip FAX regarding looting from Fredericks of Hollywood).
Suspect stated all the items ahve been returned. It was a
misunderstanding. Sgt. Minsal stated detectives will be
contacting him.
Teletype received from E.O.C., L.A.S.D. Several independent
sources indicate that Probation and Parole officers have been
targeted for demolition by arson to destroy records. Ontario
and Compton Parole Officers have been torched.
Lt. Woolway reported he received information from I.C.C. that
an anonymous Pacoima citizen informed them that the gangs ·
were going to take down Pacoima and start with the Station
first.
O.V.B. phoned - meals are ready for pick up.
F.B.I. Agent Carlos Aguirre advised the F.B.I. units are end
of watch.
Mauricio, El Presidente Restaurant, reported 415 group in
parking lot fighting, approximately 8 male Hispanics, 2 Black
males, no weapons seen. Sgt. Frey put out the incident on
the air, incident number created by Communications Division
and unit assigned.
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National Guard have not provided security at the Station as
yet. W/C contacted Hipshire, O.V.B., to find out why.
Sgt. Frey received call stating National Guard did not
receive paperwork regarding them providing security. It will
be checked into and security provided.
Sgt. Frey spoke with O.V.B. re National Guard security for
Station. National Guard stated they were scrubbed from the
security at Station. They will check with upper brass to
find out why.
-W/C received info from O.V.B. regarding a L.A. County
Probation Office is on fire at 9110 S. Central.
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Ambulance shooting at Glenoaks and Osborne, Hansen Dam
recreation area. Three units responded. Victim in 1973
Chevy, blue, NFD. Notification needs to be made to
detectives. Possible suicide, male, Hispanic, 25 to 30
years, weapon (gun) next to victim. Detective White stated
unless evidence indicates not to be a suicide, patrol will
handle. Coroner's Case #34307111.
Reserve units end of watch.
Thompson, O.V.B., stated to Sgt. Frey they are now en route.
16X4 received info from National Guard, Juvenile Hall will be
attacked at 0330 hours by gang members. National Guard are
in place.
Thompson, O. V. B., stated National Guard 30 minut_ es away.
Roof officers reported to Sgt. Frey that . activity of
fireworks could be seen by Tres Sierras market.
Communications Division notified and incident created. Unit
sent.
W/C spoke with Thompson, O.V.B, regarding National Guard
providing security for the Station. Thompson stated if they
were not here by now, they probably won't be placed at all
due to them being pulled soon because of dawn hours.
Log completed by V. Fox
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Roll call - W/C Lt. Meraz
"A" Watch deployed - equipment issued.
Notified O.V.B. with personnel deployment stats for "A" and
"B" wathc.
Teletype received - L.A.S.D. E.O.C. reports that County
Probation and Parole offices have been targeted for arson to
destroy their records. The Ontario and Compton offices have
been torched and now the office at 9110 S. Central has been
damaged by fire. All affected areas should at a minimum aive
extra patrol/effort where possible.
U.S. Army arrived to take over Station security (fixed
posts). Captain Baldwin stated he and Corporal Hulbert
(operations sergeant) can notify 50 additional troops if
needed.
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"A" watch food is ready for pick-up at Van Nuys. Cherry
responded.
Received call from National Guard Liaison Officer. He
relayed the following information:
At 1800 hours, Captain Harkans, Captain O'Reilly, Lieutenant
Heinz will be arriving at Foothill Station, along with
Sergeant Kristopherson to discuss security measures that will
be utilized and the forms of communication necessary to
maintain liaison. Contact them at (818) 344-6300.
Per Nora, Juvenile Probation, there are no parole or
probation facilities in Foothill Area.
Received FAX from O.V.B. regarding flyer distributed to L.A.
Schools. Flyer calls for a walk out on 5-6-92, at 1200
hours. This walkout is to protest Bush's visit.
Rodriguez, D.S.D., Prison Gangs, called inquiring about any
intelligence information Foothill has discovered. We
reported new information. He can be reached at (213)
893-8103.
Citizen reporting five males dressed in fatigues. One
suspect in a treet at 13083 Rajah. Incident created.
Responding units reported Code 4, suspects GOA.
2nd Battalion, 159th Delta Company, 1st Platoon, U.S. Army
arrived for Station security. Two squads, 24 troops total.
Articulated threat against Foothill Station. Intelligence
info indicates a possible attack will occur at Foothill
Division, possibly on Saturday or Sunday. The info details a
possible aerial assault using a hijacked aircraft. This plan
is being formulated by a coalition of Crips and Blood gang
members who will be meeting at Hansen Dam Park.
I contacted O.V.B. to determine the unit respondible for
plainclothes intelligence gathering. O.V.B. informed me that
"A" watch, CECATS is assigned this task. They can be reached
at extension 8138. On "B" watch, COBRA led by Sgt. Paul
Mattson, will handle. Contact them at extension 8396 .
Captain McBride received a phone call from Steve Anson, V.P.
of F.A.B.A., who stated that Small Business Association loans
to local businesses can be obtained by calling
1-800-462-9029.
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In reference to entry of 1400 today's date, the flyer
promoting a walkout at Area schools was authorized by a known
communist group. The walkout did not occur.
Teletype received from I.C.C. Threat alert teletype
cautioned all Stations to be alert for suspicious activity
and to immediately notify the I.C.C. This teletype is in
response to gang members possibly casing Rampart Station and
observing security measures.
Foothill Jeopardy reports 50 to 60 Black gang members
congregating at Hansen Darn Park. Crowd is peaceful at this
time.
"B" watch roll call - Lt. Woolway.
End of watch
Log completed by D. Kirk.
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Roll call - W/C Lt. Woolway
"B" watch deployed - equipment issued.
O.V.B., Esping, notified of "B" watch personnel deployment
stats via telephone. Stated teletypes will be forthcoming
from O.V.B. (unknown nature).
Officer Allen, O.C.B., received and related information from
A.T.D. that Bloods and Crips will be joining forces at Hansen
Dam Park on 5-10-92 (Sunday). Will be renting a plane to
airbomb Foothill Station and combined will rush same.
Teletypes from O.V.B. received regarding "Intelligence
Control Center Threat Assessment" (see teletype).
Lt. Ornelas telephoned stating K.F.W.B. News service was
reporting approximately 600 gang members were holding a
peaceful meeting at Nickerson Gardens Projects.
Corporal Hulbert - Intelligence Liaison (National Guard)
introduced self.
Sgt. Ward (A.T.D., O.V.B. Liaison) related following
information from D. S.D.
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Gang members are starting to wear white hats to denote unity.
The letters "A.C.M.D." (All Cops Must Die) is being written
on these white hats/caps.
Updated Corporal Hulbert regarding white cap intelligence
information received.
Captain McBride telephoned regarding inability to attend a
second meeting at Villa Cabrini scheduled for 1930 hours.
Asked Lt. Woolway to attend. Woolway was unable to respond.
Lt. Baca responding from Foothill Station.
Personnel status report teletyped to O.V.B., as well as "A"
watch projection for 5-7-92.
Teletype received from E.O.C. regarding baseball caps with
logo "A.C.M.D.". Bloods and Crips are no longer wearing
their colors. Instead they are wearing L.A. Kings jackets
and possibly combat boots (see teletype).
U.O. Report teletyped to O.V.B.
Sgt. Polen contacted Sgt. Hooper (O.V.B.). Foothill has 500
sand bags. Hooper will send sand for filling and sand will
be tentatively placed behind the Station garage. National
Guard will fill bags upon arrival of sand.
Captain McBride telephoned in. Received information and is
responding to Villa Cabrini for citizen's meeting.
Det. Tabares (A.T.D.) telephoned and wanted Foothill
Homicide, Det. P.J. Morris, to phone him. Sgt. Yarbrough
made notification.
Log taken over by V. Fox.
Shots fired from apartment complex at Guard troops who are at
Target Store, Victory and Vineland.
Sgt. Frey had message sent advising all officers not to
become involved in C.H.P. pursuit.
Officer Watkins advised all 9mm and .38 ammo, along with
shotgun ammo and 2 shotguns have been moved to locker #427 -
padlock #1C80.
Update re fire, 9754 Sunland, abandoned house was destroyed
per Officer Shake. Witnesses related that kids were seen in
the area. Possibly unrelated to gang.
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1700 hours, Gang Information Section informed I.C.C. that
possibly Rampart Station was possibly being cased by gang
member at 1400 hours. Suspect was wearing gang attire (Kings
jacket and -purple shoes). Suspect walked around Station,
stood across street while constantly observing the Station.
Suspect appeared to be observing general police operations to
identify security measures in place and police movement in
and out of Station.
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Vice Unit (White, Roble and Almaraz) responded to a National
Guard help call in North Hollywood Area. They .were taking
rocks and bottles. Officers are fine, but rental car is
damaged per Sgt. Frey.
Per Officer Watkins - 4 shotguns and 70 rounds were placed in
hallway locker #408, outside of the C.P.U. office, padlock
key #2089.
Teletype received from E.O.C. regarding search warrant
coordination point at Narcotics Group. All personnel
preparing service shall do the following:
1. Narcotics Group network shall be notified 1 hour prior
to ~11 operations involving service of arrest/search
warrants, 485-3825, 24 hours a day.
2. Date and time of operation.
3. Nature of operation.
4. Location of occurrence.
5. Info on suspects (street or code names, physical
description), vehicle info, license plate, phone or
pager numbers.
6. Officer conducting operations, case agent, officer phone,
pager, cellular phone numbers.
7. Name of agency.
8. If another operation is pending at the location,
concerned officers should not serve their warrant until
they contact the case agent for the other operation.
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Michelena (O.V.B.) advised as of tomorrow, lunches will be
box lunches through the rest of the mobilization.
National Guard Commander advised W/C they are pulling out.
National Guard and O. V.B. are working together to try to
recind the order.
National Guard just learned that they are staying at Foothill
for an indefinite period of time.
Advised by Sgt. Hooper (O.V.B.) that National Guard will be
staying at Foothill for indefinite period of time.
"A" watch roll · call - W/C Sgt. Haberman.
"A" watch deployed - equipment issued.
End of watch.
Log completed by D. Watkins and V. Fox.
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"A" watch roll call - Sgt. Haberman.
"A" watch deployed - equipment issued.
Information received from Officer Payne, 16SL053. Crips an?
Bloods are in possession of L.A.P.D. and Inglewood uniforms.
Info also indicates gang members are purchasing ammo in
Orange County. ·
Received phone call from Jim Conatz, L.A.U.S.D., who staten
that his office (L.A.U.S.D. High School Division) received
several FA.X's from Foothill Division, "B" watch, in error. I
contacted Southwest W/C, Lt. Wilson, who stated that he will
send a Southwest unit to pickup the documents and destroy
them.
Sgt. Weinhold received information from San Fernando P.D.
regarding an incident occurred on 5-6-92 at Pace Storee on
Foothill Boulevard. Two male Blacks entered store and began
threatening employees. Suspects were driving late model
Datsun pickup, with yellow camper, license #1H57519. Named
suspect Leland Todd Jordan, 709 S. Burris, Compton, CDL
#C3684294.
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Info received from Sgt. Cross. Firestone Probation
Department was firebombed today at 0705 hours. Call back is
586-6478. Suspect used two molotov cocktails, one of which
he threw over the counter. No injuries, small fire on outer
wall, unknown if damaged.
Citizen Dushyant Rajan, S.F. Gardens Housing Projects, 10995
Lehigh, 899-5228, reports two bottles containing unknown
liquid, possible molotov cocktails. Units responding.
Teletype received from I.C.C., requesting assistance from all
Department to provide intelligence info to E.O.C. It also
cautions all personnel to be alert to possible set ups.
Additional info indicates that a D.W.P. vehicle (1987 blue
Nissan pickup, license E067391, with City seal and City
serial #W50199) was stolen from 733 E. 85th Street. There is
a potential for this vehicle to be used to penetrate police
facilities and restricted areas.
Info received from Payne alluding to a possible bombing at
Foothill Station, NFI.
Captain King, County Fire Facility, 890-5715, wants to be
notified of any sign of civil unrest that would affect his
agency.
Foothill is to provide two officers at Gonzalez Rec Center,
10943 Herrick Avenue, on Friday, 5-8-92, at 0800 hours, per
Chief Kroeker. Officers are to provide security for people
providing Federal relief for riot victims. This detail is to
be evaluated by Area C/0 daily to determine if needed and
continue or cancel base don this analysis.
Bomb Squad responded to Foothill Station to check out two
plastic containers of an unknown substance. The contents
turned out to be powdered steel (possible counterweights).
Deputy Henry Jones, San Bernardino Sheriffs, has six
undercover deputies in plainclothes working on a narcotics
deal. His car phone# is (714) 264-6373. They are Code 5 in
the Ralph's parking lot at Sunland and Foothill until 1500
hours.
11400 Ilex Avenue, possible 187 investigation. Citizen
reporting possible grave at location at scene of prior
domestic dispute. 16Q3 reports no body.
Foothill citizen Lou Myers, 9652 Hillhaven, Tujunga, brought
a cake to the Watch Commander's office.
16Q5 reports 40 male Blacks in Hansen Dam park.
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Per Metro, advised them of location for staging area and
received intelligence info that RCP (Communist group) and Uno
will possibly demonstrate in front of Van Nuys Station on
Friday, 5-8-92, at 1000 hours .
Our Vice Unit will have a team to cover in the event of
possible follow-up demonstration at Foothill Station.
Rumor control - Federal National Guard troops pulling out of
Foothill Division, effective immediately, by orders of
President Bush. We are unable to either substantiate or
disprove this rumor.
Sgt. Haberman has assigned a quick reaction force to Foothill
Station led by team leader, Officer Wilson. Their purpose is
to respond to any problems or security breaches in the
Station.
National Guard, Captain Smith, notified W/C that the National
Guard will be assigned to Foothill for at least 24 hours.
Teletype received from I.C.C. - Threat Assessment Updated
(see teletype).
Flyers received from R.T.D. Police regarding a call for a
"General Strike" on May 15, 1992. Group involved is the
Coalition for Justice, (213) 299-4412.
End of watch.
Log completed by D. Kirk.
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Roll call - W/C Sgt. Reynoso.
"B" watch deployed - equipment issued.
York, O.V.B., notified of "B" watch personnel deployment
stats via telephone. Full teletype will be sent at required
time of 2045 hours.
Unit 16Ll40 reports two gang members at Hansen Dam {Osborne
and Dronfield). Gang members are male Blacks, peaceful at
this time.
Hooper, O.V.B., called for O.I.C. of National Guard Unit.
W/C made notification.
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Unit 16Ql, Lt. Baca, reports all quiet. SCOUTl, Officer
Booth, contacted managers at Whiteman Airport, and F.A.A.,
notifying them of potential dangers.
Kerstein, O.V.B., telephoned regarding report times for 4
hours submissions; i.e. 2000 hours, 2400 ours, and 0230
hours. Officer Williams notified.
Personnel status and U.O. Reports teletyped to O.V.B., as
well as "A" watch projections for 5-8-92. Transmission
received and verified by Kerstein, O.V.B.
Mrs. Geist, a reporter for K.F.W.B. News, telephoned to
report an unknown citizens report that Bloods and Crips gang
members would meet at Hansen Dam on Sunday (5-10-92), steal a
plane from El Monte, bomb Foothill Station, then rush the
facility. Information received by Sgt. Reynoso.
"A" watch projection for 5-8-92 updated and sent to O.V.B.,
as required.
Unit 16P5 reports a Channel 9 News van parked at Queen's
Burger across from Foothill Station.
Michelena, 0.V.B., telephoned with intelligence from E.O.C.,
"Off-duty Southwest officer heard that the gangs were going
to take action tonight against the police at unknown
locations. Also Lennox Sheriffs received an anonymous
telephone call that gang members are going to kill a
policeman tonight. No area of the City/County given.
R.T.D. bus driver (anonymous) reports that he, as well as
other drivers, are hearing that gangs are going to mass at
Foothill and Osborne on Sunday, 5-10-92.
De-escalation plan sent to units.
1. Conclude last 12-hour mobilization watch with "B" watch
on Saturday, 5-9-92 (ending 0600 hours on 5-10-92.
2. Return to three watch system with day watch on Sunday,
5-10-92, with regular day watch start time for each
Area.
3. Watches would be maximum deployment. See de-escalation
plan for further.
Personnel status and U.O. reports FAX'd to O.V.B., per
Officer Williams.
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Information was received via teletype, Saturday night is the
target night. Black gangs plan to shoot White officer and
then target Foothill Station. Info received from Devonshire
Station Officer, who received info from a friend who is a
gang member. Station Officer Castrellon. Notified Det.
Sandy Palmer, Devonshire.
I.C.C., Threat Assessment (see attached).
Sgt. Reynoso talked to Officer Castrellon, who stated he is
going to talk to the "gang member" this morning to get more
info. Will call Day W/C with information.
End of watch.
Log completed

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