Turkeys, Coyotes And The Problem With Unlocked Cars

October 31

Clippers clipped – Hedge clippers were reported stolen from Brittany Hills Park on Morello Avenue.

Why you should lock your car – A woman on Holiday Hills Drive reported that someone went into her unlocked car and stole a GPS, a Bluetooth and a garage code for her gym.

Vehicle vs. house – A car drove into a home on Toulouse Way.

That bad cow smell – A resident on Degnan Drive reported a cow on the hill behind their home that was smelling bad.

Armed robbery – A man robbed the Flex Oil Gas Station on Alhambra Avenue with a gun.

November 1

Car theft – A car was stolen on Begonia Court.

November 2

Moving experience – A tenant moved out of a Brown Street home and took appliances and an Oriental rug.

Stolen bike – A man stole a bike on Allen Street, rode off toward Castro Street.

Coyote sighting – A coyote was seen walking toward the playground equipment at Hidden Lakes Park.

Attempted car jacking – A armed man attempted to steal a car at the onramp of I680 and Arthur Road; a shot was fired, there were no injuries.

November 3

Suspicious women – A resident of Petite Lane reported that two women drove an SUV up to the house, got out and tried to open the reporting party’s car. When they were confronted, they quickly left the scene.

Turkey trot – A group of 16 wild turkeys were reported crossing the road at Arnold Drive and Fig Tree Lane, creating a traffic hazard.

Smash and grab – A car on Kevin Place had the window smashed and a work bag was taken.

Attempted theft from cars – Two men were reported at Lucky’s Supermarket on Arnold Drive attempting to open car doors in the parking lot with a coat hanger.

Again, lock your car – A smart phone, backpack and paperwork were stolen from an unlocked car in the Virginia Hills Safeway parking lot.