Security Update & Alert

This is an update from our Lt. Lai regarding criminal activity around our area, she states:  “There have been several incidents in the deep Grove area in the last couple of weeks.  Most of the incidents have been in the areas surrounding Utopia.   They have occurred from Battersea, Main Highway, North Bay Home’s Drive, and the latest near Merrie Christmas Park.  The incidents include attempting to break into homes, actually breaking in, and breaking into numerous vehicles.  There are several video incidents with vehicles, it is clear to see a subject who walks up to every car door trying until he finds cars that are open.  There appears to be a group of individuals targeting the area.  Although the individuals doing the home break-ins appear to be different from the person involved with the cars.  There was an incident a day ago on Malaga, in our area, where someone went onto the property but did not go into the home.  We still classify that as a burglary.  On a side note, I also stopped an individual who was walking around taking pictures who was staying at an Air B&B.  You have a few people within Utopia renting out their properties.  Please be aware of this within your area as it brings a lot more transient people”.
 Lt. Lai reminds us to lock our vehicles, use alarms and report any suspicious activity.  Our patrol’s presence continues to deter, however this rash of activity right on our border is looking to be a problem, so stay vigilant and know that our officers are keenly aware of this up tick in criminal activity.

Annual Members’ General Meeting

 The Annual Members’ General Meeting was just held. The members had an opportunity to meet other members, vote for the 2019 board of directors, meet our leading officers, hear about our finances and talk about various security concerns.  If you missed this one, you will have another opportunity early in 2020.

Utopia Homeowners’ Security Association Annual General Meeting – February 10th 4:00-6:00

                      Annual General Members’ Meeting

                                          Date:   Feb. 10th, 2019 (Sunday)

                                          Time:  4:00-6:00 PM

                                         Place:  the park at La Playa & Ventura

                                         RSVP:  to [email protected]

  • Vote for our 2019 board & talk with our Commanding Lt.
  • Seating & Light refreshments will be provided
  • Bring a neighbor who might like to join

Notification of a Burglary

Dear Members,

One of our members living at 3737 El Prado experienced a serious burglary this month.  Professional perpetrators entered the premises soon after the owners left for the evening, using specialized glass cutting tools, and quickly stole an extensive amount of jewelry.  Our patrol was on duty at the time, but there was no alarm set off by the break-in so in this case our patrol was unaware until after the fact.  We want you to be aware that although we pride ourselves in having great safety in Utopia, there still can be crime occurring in our neighborhood.   It is mostly petty thefts of items from cars left unlocked and yard theft, but when an incident of this magnitude strikes one of our members, we are deeply troubled and concerned.

Please be vigilant.  Turn on your alarms.  Always lock your doors.  Leave a light on and music playing if you go out for the evening.   Consider security cameras if your residence cannot be seen from the street, and yard lighting if your property is very dark.

Finally, report any suspicious people and/or activities in the neighborhood to the patrol; anything you notice that is out of the ordinary.  Utopia police are our first and most important line of defense in deterring criminals from our neighborhood.  We must give them all the support we can.

Thank you one and all for contributing mightily to the safety and security of Utopia.  The board joins me in wishing you a safe and happy 2019.

Sincerely,

Gale Patron
Security Liaison