The following is the Avalon Sheriff’s Station significant incidents report for the week of Nov. 5 to Nov. 19
“It is important to note that no assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided in this report,” said Capt. Doug Fetteroll, commander of the Station.
“Many people who get arrested do not get convicted or even charged with crimes for which they have been arrested,” said Fetteroll.
November 5
The following is the Avalon Sheriff’s Station significant incidents report for the week of Nov. 5 to Nov. 19
“It is important to note that no assumption of criminal guilt or affiliation should be drawn from the content of the information provided in this report,” said Capt. Doug Fetteroll, commander of the Station.
“Many people who get arrested do not get convicted or even charged with crimes for which they have been arrested,” said Fetteroll.
November 5
• A business was burglarized in the 200 block of Catalina Avenue. A large amount of coins were stolen.
November 6
• No significant incidents.
November 7
• No significant incidents.
November 8
• A single vehicle golf cart accident occurred on Descanso Canyon Road near Descanso Beach. Three adult visitors were injured when their golf cart overturned. Alcohol may have been a factor and the investigation is on-going.
November 9
• A business owner in the 200 block of Metropole Avenue reported that money had been stolen from his shop.
• Derek Wrobel, M/53, a resident of Huntington Beach, died shortly after scuba diving at Casino Point. The cause of his death is under investigation, but he appears to have died from natural causes.
• An Avalon resident in the 200 block of Catalina Avenue reported that a pumpkin was thrown at his front door, breaking a window pane.
November 10
• No significant incidents.
November 11
• Alfredo V. Bastida, M/45, an Avalon resident, was arrested for burglarizing a business in the 200 block of Metropole Avenue.
Anyone with information regarding a person trying to pay for anything with a large amount of coins, please contact Sergeant Luna at the Avalon Detective Bureau, 310-510-0174.
November 12
• Avalon Station conducted a crosswalk safety operation due to recent traffic collisions in the 1 block of Metropole Avenue. During the operation, four drivers were warned about their responsibility for pedestrian safety and one parking citation was issued for parking in the “taxi” zone directly in front of the Von’s Market.
November 13
• At 7 p.m., Jerry Tejeda, M/18, an Avalon resident, was arrested for being under the influence of a controlled substance and Isaac Rios, M/19, an Avalon resident, was arrested for driving a golf cart while under the influence of drugs.
• An Avalon resident reported being the victim of a domestic assault in the 3 block of Tremont Street.
• A business on Pebbly Beach Road reported being burglarized.
November 14
• Two Avalon residents were cited at Three Palms on Wrigley Road for possession of Marijuana.
November 15
• At 12:22 a.m., Erica Shepherd, F/34, a resident of Rancho Santa Fe, was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol.
• An Avalon resident reported a ring was stolen from her purse while she was swimming at South Beach on October 14, 2014.
November 16
• No significant incidents.
November 17
• At 12:05 a.m., Josef Bothe, M/30, a resident of Cardiff, was arrested for being drunk in public.
November 18
• No significant incidents.
November 19
• At 6:30 p.m., Diana Anglada, F/23, a resident of Wilmington, was arrested at the Cabrillo Mole for being drunk in public and for possession of a controlled substance. Additionally, Vincent Giobbe, M/49, a resident of San Pedro, was arrested for being drunk in public.
Safe driving rewards
Lloyds of Avalon and Catalina Island Golf Cart Rentals have sponsored a safe driving rewards program. Any driver who is “caught” operating a vehicle in a safe manner by the Avalon Traffic Enforcement Deputy will be issued a certificate for a free beverage at Lloyds of Avalon. Our thanks to the sponsors of this program for caring and recognizing the importance of safe driving.
Golf carts
During the week of Nov. 5 to Nov. 11, one golf cart was reported stolen from the 100 block of Metropole Avenue and recovered approximately one hour later in the 100 block of Marilla Avenue. The investigation revealed that the golf cart was taken by mistake.
No golf carts were reported stolen the week of Nov. 12 to Nov. 19 . Reminder Anyone with information regarding the taking of another person’s golf cart, without their permission, is encouraged to notify the detectives at the Avalon Sheriff’s Station. Under California Law, it is a felony to “Joyride” and prosecution will be sought.
