Compiled by Kevin Dahlgren
San Juan Capistrano Police Services. File photo
Tuesday, December 11
Disturbance-Auto Involved
Via de Agua/Camino Las Ramblas (4:06 p.m.)
Two juveniles were seen sitting in the bed of a pickup truck in an empty parking lot. The caller told police the truck had all the doors open and very loud music playing for more than two hours.
Burglary Alarm-Audible
Camino Capistrano, 31700 Block (2:41 a.m.)
An alarm company reported an alarm sounding at a local business. A company representative told police that their alarm system detected a break-in and movement inside the business after hours. Officers patrol checked the area for suspicious activity but were unable to locate anything.
Reckless Driving
La Pata Avenue/Ortega Highway (1:30 p.m.)
A white two-door hatchback was seen driving erratically near the equestrian fields on Ortega Highway. The vehicle was seen travelling eastbound on Ortega Highway at a high rate of speed while weaving between cars.
Monday, December 10
Disturbance
Edgewood Road, 29300 Block (11:58 p.m.)
A loud argument was heard between a man and a woman. The caller could not determine where the argument was occurring but told dispatch that it sounded like the argument was becoming more aggressive.
Traffic Hazard
Ortega Highway/Rancho Viejo Road (8:37 a.m.)
A red 1956 Chevy Camaro was seen stalled in lanes of traffic. The owner of the vehicle was attempting to contact AAA towing but was unsuccessful at the time of the call to police.
Sunday, December 9
Disturbance
Alipaz Street, 32300 Block (7:59 p.m.)
A man called police after a brief physical altercation with his girlfriend’s son. The man told police that there were no injuries and refused to have an officer present. The caller also told police that he did not want to file charges, only to file a report.
Drunk In Public
Del Obispo Street, 32200 Block (6:37 p.m.)
A caller reported that an intoxicated male was seen yelling obscenities at customers of the Armstrong Garden Center. Officers were able to locate the individual, who was released to a family member to be taken home immediately.
Vandalism Report
Alipaz Street, 32700 Block (1:48 p.m.)
Police were called to Rancho del Avion Mobile Homes where a resident reported that her car had been vandalized.
Saturday, December 8
Disturbance
La Zanja Street, 26500 Block (11:11 p.m.)
A group of five to six men were reportedly seen in a physical altercation outside of a residence. The caller was unsure how the fight started but several of the men had been in a verbal disagreement shortly before the physical altercation occurred.
Reckless Driving
Calle Arroyo/Sundance Drive (9:33 p.m.)
A patrol check for the area was requested after a lifted black truck was seen driving at excessive speeds on Calle Arroyo. The caller was unable to give a make or model of the vehicle but told officers it was last seen heading toward the stables on Calle Arroyo.
Traffic Hazard
Camino Capistrano/Ortega Highway (5:09 p.m.)
Multiple drivers reported a motorist stranded in traffic on the southbound freeway off-ramp. The driver of the disabled vehicle was seen attempting to flag down other drivers.
Suspicious Person/Circumstance
Calle Miramar/Paseo del Este (12:05 p.m.)
A girl’s backpack was seen sitting on the ground near a flag pole for more than a week. The caller was unsure of the contents of the backpack but was worried there may be something dangerous inside.
Friday, December 7
Traffic Hazard
Camino Capistrano/Del Obispo Street (8:14 p.m.)
City officials were notified after motorists reported a tree branch hanging from a tree in the center island of Camino Capistrano, partially blocking lanes of traffic near KFC.
Illegal Peddling
Country Hills/Via Escolar (7:04 p.m.)
A female wearing clothing of an unknown color was reported to be going door to door, soliciting residents.
Abandoned Vehicle
Calle Ricardo/Via Alicia (3:12 p.m.)
An unattached trailer was seen parked in the same spot for more than four days. The caller was concerned that someone may have left it there on purpose.
Illegal Peddling
Country Hills/Via Escolar (7:04 p.m.)
A female wearing clothing of an unknown color was reported to be going door to door, soliciting residents.
ID Theft
Capote De Paseo, 27200 Block (2:34 p.m.)
A caller reported that someone was attempting to apply for a credit card in her name.
Disturbance-Music or Party
Calle Las Ramblas/Montañas del Mar (12:07 p.m.)
A live band was heard playing loudly on Montañas del Mar. The caller said that the band was obnoxiously loud and wanted an officer to ask them to quiet down a little bit.
Disturbance
Alipaz Street, 32300 Block (2:34 a.m.)
A call was received about an altercation at San Juan Mobile Estates between the caller and her female friend.
Thursday, December 6
Suspicious Person in Vehicle
Vista Pointe East, 26900 Block (8:38 p.m.)
A patrol check was requested for the area when two men were seen passing something between themselves while sitting inside a white Honda Accord. The caller believed the two men may have been using drugs or drinking alcohol.
Traffic Accident-Non Injury
Ortega Highway, 27100 Block (6:42 p.m.)
A man called police after his Toyota 4-Runner was involved in a traffic collision. The driver wanted an officer to be present during the exchange of information between both parties involved.
Abandoned Vehicle
Calle Ricardo/Via Carlos(3:06 p.m.)
A white oversized construction truck was reportedly parked in the same location for over three days. The caller told the desk that the truck was causing some traffic congestion on the street.
Citizen Assist
Rancho Viejo Road, 31700 Block (5:31 a.m.)
A caller reported that trucks doing emergency road repairs were blocking the entrance into the shopping center and that on one could get in.
Wednesday, December 5
Disturbance-Auto Involved
Paseo Carolina, 32200 Block (8:10 p.m.)
A black Honda Civic was reported to be playing very loud music while parked in a residential neighborhood. The driver of the car was seen standing near the vehicle with a group of four other men.
Traffic Accident-Unknown Injuries
Ottega Highway/El Camino Real (4:22 p.m.)
A traffic collision between a vehicle and a pedestrian was reported to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department. The caller told the desk that the pedestrian was complaining of pain in his head and neck area and was requesting medical attention. The driver of the vehicle refused medical attention.
Tuesday, December 4
Suspicious Person/Circumstance
Alipaz Street, 32700 Block (4:16 p.m.)
Police were called after three juveniles were seen on the bike trail behind the caller’s house. The caller was unsure what the young boys were doing back there but was concerned for their safety. Deputies performed a patrol check but were unable to locate the boys.
Traffic Hazard
Del Obispo Street/Alipaz Street (4:16 p.m.)
City officials were notified when the left turn signal at the intersection of Del Obispo Street and Alipaz Street began to malfunction. A witness reported that only the turn signal was not working properly. City officials were able to reset the signal and return it to proper working order.
Keep the Peace
Avenida Descanso, 32800 Block (11:41 a.m.)
A local resident wished to have an officer present during a property exchange with a former business partner. The caller told the desk he would be at the location in a silver Ford F-250.
Monday, December 3
Abandoned Vehicle
Via Banderas, 26900 Block (2:50 p.m.)
An older model white Nissan pickup truck was left abandoned on a residential street. The caller told police the owner of the vehicle had not been seen in a few months and the car was beginning to deteriorate. Officers marked and warned the vehicle and contact was made with the owner of the truck.
