6th District Town Hall Meeting
Share your ideas & visions with the 6th Police District. All are welcome to a Town Hall Meeting:
Date: Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: The 6th District, 235 n. 11th st.
Seger Park Second Annual Spring Festival
The Second Annual Spring Festival is scheduled for Sunday, May 17th from 11am-3pm at Seger Park Playground, located on Lombard Street between 10th and 11th Streets in Center City Philadelphia. There will be a petting zoo, two moon bounces (one for tots and the other for "big kids"), musicians, song circles, crafts, games and lots of food and drinks. There will also be free tennis lessons to introduce kids to the game. All proceeds will benefit Friends of Seger Park Playground, which is a non-profit organization created and made up of community members interested in revitalizing the playground to make it safer, "greener" and bring the community together. The rain date will be May 24th, same time same place.
Monday, April 20, 2009
Thursday, April 16, 2009
WSWCA E-post: 04/15/09
Second Annual Spring Festival at Seger Park
The Second Annual Spring Festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 17th from 11am-3pm at Seger Park Playground, located on Lombard Street between 10th and 11th Streets. There will be a petting zoo, two moon bounces, musicians, song circles, crafts, games and lots of food and drinks. There will also be free tennis lessons to introduce kids to the game.
All proceeds will benefit Friends of Seger Park Playground, which is a non-profit organization created and made up of community members interested in revitalizing the playground to make it safer, "greener" and bring the community together. The rain date will be May 24th, same time, same place.
ALERT from the 3rd District Police
Between the following dates and times -- Saturday 4/11/09 approximately 9:00pm and Sunday 4/12/09 1:30am -- incidents were reported to police regarding several black males assaulting and robbing individuals in the following areas: 400 Queen Street, 700 Catherine Street, 900 Fitzwater Street, 7th & Passyunk Avenue, and 700 Spruce Street. Two of the complainants were knocked off their bicycles then punched and kicked. The other complainants were approached while on foot punched in the face and/or kicked and items taken from them. The following is a description of the offenders: 2-5 Black males, early 20's, #1 - 5'10-5'11, 170-175 lbs, #2 - 5'8-5'9, 190-200 lbs, no further descrtion on the other males. All the males where wearing black or dark color clothing.
IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY INFORMATION OR HAVE SEEN ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS AROUND THE TIME, DATE AND AREA OF THIS INCIDENT PLEASE CALL 3rd District Police to report.
Blue Recycling Bins Available
The Civic has blue plastic recycling bins available. If you're interested in obtaining one, just email info@washwestcivic.org".
Philadelphia Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan
The Philadelphia City Planning Commission, with the assistance of the Toole Design Group, is preparing a Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for the City of Philadelphia. The study area for the plan encompasses Center City, North Philadelphia, Northwest Philadelphia, and South Philadelphia. Please joins us at a community meeting to share your ideas!
Fels Comm. Center Auditorium
2407 S. Broad St., Phila., PA
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Municipal Svcs Bldg.- 16th Flr
Rms X,Y,Z 1401 JFK Blvd, Phila., PA
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
For more information, or to participate in an online questionnaire on the subject, visit philaplanning.org.
Too Many Circulars?
Every so often we're asked where one can find a "no circulars" sticker for the front door...so here you go! http://webapps.phila.gov/li/UpdDocs/No_handbills.pdf.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 200 block S. 12th St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 9:55 PM, a male was arrested in the 12th & Locust Sts. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 10:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 04/02/09, 2 AM, in the paid parking lot, 1300 block Locust St. a witness saw a male break the window of out-of-town complainant's 2006 Toyota and take change and CD's. The offender was described as a black male, 5'8", thin build, scruffy beard, dark complexion, wearing a grey jacket, tan boots and blue jeans. 6th District Officer Savino attempted to lift latent finger prints.
(REPORT) On Friday, 04/03/09, between 9:30 AM and 5:40 PM, complainant's apartment in the 1200 block Walnut St. was entered without force and taken was a laptop. 6th District Officer Minnis attempted to lift latent finger prints from the scene.
(REPORT) On Monday, 04/06/09, 2:20 AM, out-of-town complainant was unloading his 2006 Acura, 200 S. 12th St. when a male entered the open door and took a Blackberry and walked away. The offender was described as a black male, 25-30 years old, unshaven, short hair, dark complexion, wearing dark clothing.
(REPORT) On Monday, 04/06/09, between 6 AM and 8 AM, complainant's 2001 Nissan, parked 400 S. 13th St. after involved in an accident and trunk unable to be secured, had house wares taken by unknown person(s).
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, 12 PM, police were called to a disturbance in the 800 block Walnut St., 6th District Officer Winckler investigated a male involved in the disturbance and found that he was wanted on a scofflaw warrant. A search of the prisoner turned up a bag containing a large crack cocaine rock. The 26 year old offender with a North Phila. address was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, 9:30 PM, a male was arrested in the 200 block S. Juniper St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, between 9 AM and 9:30 AM, employee left 2 ladders and a pipe threader unattended in the rear of a building in the 1300 block of Spruce St. and they were taken without permission.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 04/09/09, between 2:55 PM and 5:40 PM, complainant's 2001 Nissan, parked in the 800 block Pine St. had a window smashed and a laptop was taken. The scene was contaminated and no latent finger prints were lifted.
(ARREST) On Thursday, 04/09/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the Wash. Sq. West area when at 10:35 PM, officers observed in 1200 block Spruce St,. a male on a bicycle sell narcotics to another male Officers were able to pursue and apprehended the seller on the bicycle and recovered from his pocket 24 packets of crack cocaine and a bag of marijuana. The 42 year old male with a West Oak Lane address was charged with Illegal Narcotic Sales.
The Second Annual Spring Festival is scheduled for Saturday, May 17th from 11am-3pm at Seger Park Playground, located on Lombard Street between 10th and 11th Streets. There will be a petting zoo, two moon bounces, musicians, song circles, crafts, games and lots of food and drinks. There will also be free tennis lessons to introduce kids to the game.
All proceeds will benefit Friends of Seger Park Playground, which is a non-profit organization created and made up of community members interested in revitalizing the playground to make it safer, "greener" and bring the community together. The rain date will be May 24th, same time, same place.
ALERT from the 3rd District Police
Between the following dates and times -- Saturday 4/11/09 approximately 9:00pm and Sunday 4/12/09 1:30am -- incidents were reported to police regarding several black males assaulting and robbing individuals in the following areas: 400 Queen Street, 700 Catherine Street, 900 Fitzwater Street, 7th & Passyunk Avenue, and 700 Spruce Street. Two of the complainants were knocked off their bicycles then punched and kicked. The other complainants were approached while on foot punched in the face and/or kicked and items taken from them. The following is a description of the offenders: 2-5 Black males, early 20's, #1 - 5'10-5'11, 170-175 lbs, #2 - 5'8-5'9, 190-200 lbs, no further descrtion on the other males. All the males where wearing black or dark color clothing.
IF YOU SHOULD HAVE ANY INFORMATION OR HAVE SEEN ANYTHING SUSPICIOUS AROUND THE TIME, DATE AND AREA OF THIS INCIDENT PLEASE CALL 3rd District Police to report.
Blue Recycling Bins Available
The Civic has blue plastic recycling bins available. If you're interested in obtaining one, just email info@washwestcivic.org".
Philadelphia Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan
The Philadelphia City Planning Commission, with the assistance of the Toole Design Group, is preparing a Pedestrian and Bicycle Plan for the City of Philadelphia. The study area for the plan encompasses Center City, North Philadelphia, Northwest Philadelphia, and South Philadelphia. Please joins us at a community meeting to share your ideas!
Fels Comm. Center Auditorium
2407 S. Broad St., Phila., PA
Thursday, April 16, 2009
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
Municipal Svcs Bldg.- 16th Flr
Rms X,Y,Z 1401 JFK Blvd, Phila., PA
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Time: 6:30pm to 8:30pm
For more information, or to participate in an online questionnaire on the subject, visit philaplanning.org.
Too Many Circulars?
Every so often we're asked where one can find a "no circulars" sticker for the front door...so here you go! http://webapps.phila.gov/li/UpdDocs/No_handbills.pdf.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 200 block S. 12th St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 9:55 PM, a male was arrested in the 12th & Locust Sts. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Thursday, 04/02/09, 10:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 04/02/09, 2 AM, in the paid parking lot, 1300 block Locust St. a witness saw a male break the window of out-of-town complainant's 2006 Toyota and take change and CD's. The offender was described as a black male, 5'8", thin build, scruffy beard, dark complexion, wearing a grey jacket, tan boots and blue jeans. 6th District Officer Savino attempted to lift latent finger prints.
(REPORT) On Friday, 04/03/09, between 9:30 AM and 5:40 PM, complainant's apartment in the 1200 block Walnut St. was entered without force and taken was a laptop. 6th District Officer Minnis attempted to lift latent finger prints from the scene.
(REPORT) On Monday, 04/06/09, 2:20 AM, out-of-town complainant was unloading his 2006 Acura, 200 S. 12th St. when a male entered the open door and took a Blackberry and walked away. The offender was described as a black male, 25-30 years old, unshaven, short hair, dark complexion, wearing dark clothing.
(REPORT) On Monday, 04/06/09, between 6 AM and 8 AM, complainant's 2001 Nissan, parked 400 S. 13th St. after involved in an accident and trunk unable to be secured, had house wares taken by unknown person(s).
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, 12 PM, police were called to a disturbance in the 800 block Walnut St., 6th District Officer Winckler investigated a male involved in the disturbance and found that he was wanted on a scofflaw warrant. A search of the prisoner turned up a bag containing a large crack cocaine rock. The 26 year old offender with a North Phila. address was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Crack Cocaine.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, 9:30 PM, a male was arrested in the 200 block S. Juniper St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 04/08/09, between 9 AM and 9:30 AM, employee left 2 ladders and a pipe threader unattended in the rear of a building in the 1300 block of Spruce St. and they were taken without permission.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 04/09/09, between 2:55 PM and 5:40 PM, complainant's 2001 Nissan, parked in the 800 block Pine St. had a window smashed and a laptop was taken. The scene was contaminated and no latent finger prints were lifted.
(ARREST) On Thursday, 04/09/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the Wash. Sq. West area when at 10:35 PM, officers observed in 1200 block Spruce St,. a male on a bicycle sell narcotics to another male Officers were able to pursue and apprehended the seller on the bicycle and recovered from his pocket 24 packets of crack cocaine and a bag of marijuana. The 42 year old male with a West Oak Lane address was charged with Illegal Narcotic Sales.
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
E-Post
Wash West Clean-up Funding
Thanks to the generosity of the many Wash West neighbors who have made donations, large and small, the Civic Association (using matching funds from our savings) will be able to provide weekly sidewalk cleaning for most of the summer of 2009. We'd love to be able to stretch that time-line in both directions, particularly into the spring months.
If you haven't yet donated to the sidewalk clean-up fund, please consider doing so now! Every dollar will be matched by the Civic.
CLICK HERE to donate quickly and easily with your credit card.
THINK GREEN Exhibition at the Plastic Club
An exhibition about the ecology of our planet. April 5-April 24, 2009, 247 South Camac Street.
Main Gallery hours: Tuesday, 12-3 pm; Wednesday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm; Thursday, 9:45 am-12:45 pm; Friday, 6:30-9:30 pm; Saturday, 1-4 pm.
The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital
Beginning in April, Pennsylvania Hospital will offer patients a new option in inpatient care. The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital is specially designed for those patients requiring amenities usually found only at deluxe hotels. The Pavilion was developed in response to requests from patients, physicians and members of the community for programs and services such as this. Luxury accommodations and services will be available to most medical/surgical patients—at an additional cost. The staff will strive to meet each patient's personal needs and amenities, however the first priority remains the patient's continued good health.
For more information on The Pavilion, please contact 215-662-4141 and ask for The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(UPDATE-ARREST) On Saturday, 03/07/09, 8:45 AM, Starbucks at 337 S. Broad St. was held up by a male, point of demand note and handgun. On Tuesday, 03/10/09 the same male entered the Starbucks with a note in his hand, but retreated quickly when the manager recognized him and yelled at him to get out. On Thursday, 03/12/09, 6th District Officers Ferrero and Cullen, assigned to plainclothes duty in the Wash. Sq. West area, met the Starbucks manager and drove her around the area in search of the offender. At 12:30 PM, the offender was spotted at 13th & Spruce Sts. The male was positively identified and taken into custody. The 28 year old offender with a Gloucester City N.J. address was charged with Robbery, Theft, Weapons and related offenses and is being investigated for other possible robberies committed in the Center City area.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 03/11/09, around 1 PM, two packages left on complainant's door step by UPS in the 900 block Lombard St. were taken without permission by person(s) unknown.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 03/12/09, between 11 AM and 5 PM, complainant's apartment in the 200 block S. 9th St. had a ceiling window smashed and entry gained. Taken was jewelry, a laptop and sound equipment. 6th District Officer Sweeney processed the scene for evidence and lifted latent finger prints.
(REPORT) On Friday, 03/13/09, 2:40 AM, out-of-town complainant was pushed against a wall at Camac & Locust Sts. by a male who then took his wallet from his pocket and fled south on Camac St. The offender was described as a black male, wearing a light brown jacket and a dark cap, no further description provided.
(ARREST) On, Friday, 03/13/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Friday, 03/13/09, 10:10 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Sunday, 03/15/09, 11:30 PM, complainant was walking in the 1200 block Locust St. when a female walked up to him, asked him a question and brushed against him. The complainant discovered an envelop with money that was in his back pants pocket was missing. The offender was described as a black female, 5'10", medium build, missing teeth, long straight black hair, wearing a cream colored jacket, white jeans.
Thanks to the generosity of the many Wash West neighbors who have made donations, large and small, the Civic Association (using matching funds from our savings) will be able to provide weekly sidewalk cleaning for most of the summer of 2009. We'd love to be able to stretch that time-line in both directions, particularly into the spring months.
If you haven't yet donated to the sidewalk clean-up fund, please consider doing so now! Every dollar will be matched by the Civic.
CLICK HERE to donate quickly and easily with your credit card.
THINK GREEN Exhibition at the Plastic Club
An exhibition about the ecology of our planet. April 5-April 24, 2009, 247 South Camac Street.
Main Gallery hours: Tuesday, 12-3 pm; Wednesday, 9:30 am-12:30 pm; Thursday, 9:45 am-12:45 pm; Friday, 6:30-9:30 pm; Saturday, 1-4 pm.
The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital
Beginning in April, Pennsylvania Hospital will offer patients a new option in inpatient care. The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital is specially designed for those patients requiring amenities usually found only at deluxe hotels. The Pavilion was developed in response to requests from patients, physicians and members of the community for programs and services such as this. Luxury accommodations and services will be available to most medical/surgical patients—at an additional cost. The staff will strive to meet each patient's personal needs and amenities, however the first priority remains the patient's continued good health.
For more information on The Pavilion, please contact 215-662-4141 and ask for The Pavilion at Pennsylvania Hospital.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(UPDATE-ARREST) On Saturday, 03/07/09, 8:45 AM, Starbucks at 337 S. Broad St. was held up by a male, point of demand note and handgun. On Tuesday, 03/10/09 the same male entered the Starbucks with a note in his hand, but retreated quickly when the manager recognized him and yelled at him to get out. On Thursday, 03/12/09, 6th District Officers Ferrero and Cullen, assigned to plainclothes duty in the Wash. Sq. West area, met the Starbucks manager and drove her around the area in search of the offender. At 12:30 PM, the offender was spotted at 13th & Spruce Sts. The male was positively identified and taken into custody. The 28 year old offender with a Gloucester City N.J. address was charged with Robbery, Theft, Weapons and related offenses and is being investigated for other possible robberies committed in the Center City area.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 03/11/09, around 1 PM, two packages left on complainant's door step by UPS in the 900 block Lombard St. were taken without permission by person(s) unknown.
(REPORT) On Thursday, 03/12/09, between 11 AM and 5 PM, complainant's apartment in the 200 block S. 9th St. had a ceiling window smashed and entry gained. Taken was jewelry, a laptop and sound equipment. 6th District Officer Sweeney processed the scene for evidence and lifted latent finger prints.
(REPORT) On Friday, 03/13/09, 2:40 AM, out-of-town complainant was pushed against a wall at Camac & Locust Sts. by a male who then took his wallet from his pocket and fled south on Camac St. The offender was described as a black male, wearing a light brown jacket and a dark cap, no further description provided.
(ARREST) On, Friday, 03/13/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On, Friday, 03/13/09, 10:10 PM, a male was arrested in the 1200 block Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(REPORT) On Sunday, 03/15/09, 11:30 PM, complainant was walking in the 1200 block Locust St. when a female walked up to him, asked him a question and brushed against him. The complainant discovered an envelop with money that was in his back pants pocket was missing. The offender was described as a black female, 5'10", medium build, missing teeth, long straight black hair, wearing a cream colored jacket, white jeans.
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Portico Row Association
Announcing the new website for the local Portico Row Association.
http://www.porticorow.com
The website includes photo galleries, video profiles of businesses and information regarding the PRA and Portico Row's historic past.
Keep our Spring Fair in mind for May 9th!
http://www.porticorow.com
The website includes photo galleries, video profiles of businesses and information regarding the PRA and Portico Row's historic past.
Keep our Spring Fair in mind for May 9th!
Monday, March 9, 2009
WSWCA E-post: 03/09/09
Town Watch Meeting
The Washington Square West Town Watch will be holding a Membership Meeting on Thursday, March 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Pine Street Pizza (1138 Pine Street). At the meeting they will review the results of their recent survey, share the next steps in building their effectiveness, and sign up members. You are welcome whether you have worked with Washington Square West Town Watch in the past or you are just interested in hearing what's new. For more information visit www.washwesttownwatch.org.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(UPDATE) On Oct. 23, 2008, a home invasion robbery and sexual assault occurred inside an apartment in the 900 block Clinton St. Community alerts were put out and a composite of the suspect was circulated. On Dec 19, 2008, a similar incident occurred in the Univ. of Pa. area, 4400 Spruce St. The offender was tied to the Clinton St. incident by the Special Investigations Unit. On Tuesday, Feb 17, 2009, the Lock Haven Pa. Police Dept. arrested a male for a similar incident that occurred in that jurisdiction. Philadelphia Special Victims investigators have positively connected this male to the sexual assaults and robberies in Philadelphia and will obtain arrest warrants for this 23 year old offender with a S.W. Phila. address. The offender remains in custody and the two police departments are working closely together on these cases.
(ARREST) On Tuesday, 02/24/09, 8:30 PM, 6th District bicycle patrol Officer Nheb, assigned to the Wash.Sq. West area, observed a male riding a bicycle on the crowed sidewalk in the 1200 block Locust St. Officer Nheb stopped the male for safety reasons with intent to issue a ticket. The male refused to cooperate with the officer, had no identification and attempted to run away. Officer Nheb conducted a field investigation which lead to the recovery of 39 packets of crack cocaine confiscated from the male's pocket. The 38 year old offender with a South Phila. address was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Narcotics.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/25/09, between 2:45 PM and 4:15 PM, complainant's apartment in the 300 block S. 12th St., was entered via a basement door that had been damaged and taken was a laptop and T.V. 6th District Officer Trautz lifted latent finger prints from the scene.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/25/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the Wash. Sq. West area when at 7:20 PM, officers observed an illegal narcotic sale on the corner of Juniper & Pine Sts. A 30 year old offender with a N.E. Phila. address was charged with Possession of Narcotics (crack) after he was observed buying it from the occupants of a mini van. The 31 year old driver and 30 year old passenger, both with South Phila. addresses were charged with Illegal Narcotic (crack) Sales. Recovered was crack cocaine and a large sum of cash from the occupants of the vehicle.
(REPORT) On Friday, 02/27/09, between 2:55 AM, police responded to a call for a burglary alarm of an apartment in the 1000 block Spruce St. Upon arrival, police observed a rear window open and a door unlocked, no damage to either. The property manager responded and a check of the property was made, the complainant was not on location. A 32" TV was discovered missing from the apartment. 6th District Officer Colon lifted latent finger prints from the scene.
(ARREST) On Saturday, 02/28/09, 9:20 PM, 6th District Officers Cullen and DiDonado stopped a male for investigation in the 1300 block Locust St. The male was wanted on a Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in Court, found in the male's pocket was a bag containing marijuana. The 22 year old offender with a S.W. Phila. address was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Contempt of Court.
The Washington Square West Town Watch will be holding a Membership Meeting on Thursday, March 12, at 7:00 p.m. at Pine Street Pizza (1138 Pine Street). At the meeting they will review the results of their recent survey, share the next steps in building their effectiveness, and sign up members. You are welcome whether you have worked with Washington Square West Town Watch in the past or you are just interested in hearing what's new. For more information visit www.washwesttownwatch.org.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(UPDATE) On Oct. 23, 2008, a home invasion robbery and sexual assault occurred inside an apartment in the 900 block Clinton St. Community alerts were put out and a composite of the suspect was circulated. On Dec 19, 2008, a similar incident occurred in the Univ. of Pa. area, 4400 Spruce St. The offender was tied to the Clinton St. incident by the Special Investigations Unit. On Tuesday, Feb 17, 2009, the Lock Haven Pa. Police Dept. arrested a male for a similar incident that occurred in that jurisdiction. Philadelphia Special Victims investigators have positively connected this male to the sexual assaults and robberies in Philadelphia and will obtain arrest warrants for this 23 year old offender with a S.W. Phila. address. The offender remains in custody and the two police departments are working closely together on these cases.
(ARREST) On Tuesday, 02/24/09, 8:30 PM, 6th District bicycle patrol Officer Nheb, assigned to the Wash.Sq. West area, observed a male riding a bicycle on the crowed sidewalk in the 1200 block Locust St. Officer Nheb stopped the male for safety reasons with intent to issue a ticket. The male refused to cooperate with the officer, had no identification and attempted to run away. Officer Nheb conducted a field investigation which lead to the recovery of 39 packets of crack cocaine confiscated from the male's pocket. The 38 year old offender with a South Phila. address was charged with Possession with Intent to Deliver Narcotics.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/25/09, between 2:45 PM and 4:15 PM, complainant's apartment in the 300 block S. 12th St., was entered via a basement door that had been damaged and taken was a laptop and T.V. 6th District Officer Trautz lifted latent finger prints from the scene.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/25/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the Wash. Sq. West area when at 7:20 PM, officers observed an illegal narcotic sale on the corner of Juniper & Pine Sts. A 30 year old offender with a N.E. Phila. address was charged with Possession of Narcotics (crack) after he was observed buying it from the occupants of a mini van. The 31 year old driver and 30 year old passenger, both with South Phila. addresses were charged with Illegal Narcotic (crack) Sales. Recovered was crack cocaine and a large sum of cash from the occupants of the vehicle.
(REPORT) On Friday, 02/27/09, between 2:55 AM, police responded to a call for a burglary alarm of an apartment in the 1000 block Spruce St. Upon arrival, police observed a rear window open and a door unlocked, no damage to either. The property manager responded and a check of the property was made, the complainant was not on location. A 32" TV was discovered missing from the apartment. 6th District Officer Colon lifted latent finger prints from the scene.
(ARREST) On Saturday, 02/28/09, 9:20 PM, 6th District Officers Cullen and DiDonado stopped a male for investigation in the 1300 block Locust St. The male was wanted on a Bench Warrant for Failing to Appear in Court, found in the male's pocket was a bag containing marijuana. The 22 year old offender with a S.W. Phila. address was charged with Possession of Marijuana and Contempt of Court.
Monday, March 2, 2009
WSWCA E-post: 02/27/09
Questions About the State Budget?
Will your child's school take a cut? Can the state continue to support the elderly and infirm? Will museums lose funding? How will local transportation projects fare? All of these questions and more will be addressed at a local meeting hosted by Babette Josephs.
Wednesday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Community College of Philadelphia
Center for Business and Industry
18th and Callowhill streets
Lecture Hall, Room C-228
Philadelphia
For additional information, please call 215-893-1515 or e-mail RepJosephs@pahouse.net.
An Offer to Members
Lantern Theater Company presents Sizwe Bansi is Dead
By Athol Fugard, John Kani and Winston Ntshona
Only 6 Performances Remaining! Wed and Thurs at 7pm, Fri at 8pm, Sat at 2pm and 8pm, Sun at 2pm
Mention "Brett Mapp" and receive 2 for 1 tickets! Just 35 for both! Call 215-829-0395
Lantern Theater Company, 10th and Ludlow Streets, www.lanterntheater.org
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(REPORT) On Monday, 02/16/09, 7:55 AM, the site manager of the overnight homeless cafe, 315 S. Broad St. set her laptop on a table near the door, she went outside for a few minutes to secure the doors and returned to find the laptop missing.
(ARREST-UPDATE)) It was previously reported that on Saturday, 01/24/09, a guest at a house party in the 1000 block Waverly St. was struck on the head with a cobblestone by another guest who fled the scene. An arrest warrant was obtained by Central Detective Division and the 23 year old offender with a Center City address was arrested on Monday, 02/16/09 and charged with Aggravated Assault.
(REPORT) On Tuesday, 02/17/09, between 4:45 AM and 5:20 AM, out-of-town complainant's 2000 Chevy, parked in the 300 block S. Broad St. had a window smashed and a GPS take. The scene was cleaned up by the complainant before arrival of police.
(REPORT) On Tuesday, 02/17/09, 5:40 PM, police responded to a call for a suspicious person inside an apartment building in the 900 block Clinton St. A resident of the building reported that a male, not a resident, followed her up to the 3rd floor in the elevator and was knocking on different doors and acting very suspiciously. Police were not dispatched in a timely manner (issue was addressed with Police Radio supervisor) and a check of the building for the trespasser resulted in negative results. The trespasser was described as a black male, heavy set, facial hair, wearing a knit cap, white earphones, black jacket, black sweater and black pants. All 6th District units made aware of incident and description of offender and a tactical patrol team has been assigned to the area.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/18/09, between 2 AM and 6 PM, complainant's dormitory room in the 300 block S. Juniper St. had a laptop taken, there were no signs of any forced entry. The scene was contaminated an no latent finger prints were able to be lifted.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/18/09, 9:30 PM, complainant was walking south, 400 block S. 13th St. a male asked for a cigarette, complainant stated the male saw money in his other hand when he went to give him a cigarette and pulled out a gun and demanded the money. The offender fled on a bike, north on 13th St. The offender was described as a black male, 20-30 years, dark complexion, unshaven, wearing a black hoody, blue jeans, tan boots. The complainant refused to view suspect photos or to be interviewed by Detectives.
(ARREST) On Saturday, 02/21/09, 8:40 AM, 6th District Officer Bonilla responded to a call for a break-in of an apartment building in the 1200 block Locust St. The officer was met by the building manager who reported that a male trespasser was inside the building and had gained entry at around 4 AM by prying the front door. Officer Bonilla, assigned to tactical patrol in the Was. West area, apprehended the male inside the basement apartment after he locked himself inside. The 30 year old homeless offender was charged with Criminal Trespass.
(REPORT) Between 7:30 PM, Saturday, 02/21/09 and 11:45 AM, Sunday, 02/22/09, complainant's 1993 Acura, parked in the 800 block Pine St. had a window smashed and a briefcase taken. This report was received by the DPR Unit via phone, police were not dispatched, therefore no latent prints were lifted.
Will your child's school take a cut? Can the state continue to support the elderly and infirm? Will museums lose funding? How will local transportation projects fare? All of these questions and more will be addressed at a local meeting hosted by Babette Josephs.
Wednesday, March 4, 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Community College of Philadelphia
Center for Business and Industry
18th and Callowhill streets
Lecture Hall, Room C-228
Philadelphia
For additional information, please call 215-893-1515 or e-mail RepJosephs@pahouse.net.
An Offer to Members
Lantern Theater Company presents Sizwe Bansi is Dead
By Athol Fugard, John Kani and Winston Ntshona
Only 6 Performances Remaining! Wed and Thurs at 7pm, Fri at 8pm, Sat at 2pm and 8pm, Sun at 2pm
Mention "Brett Mapp" and receive 2 for 1 tickets! Just 35 for both! Call 215-829-0395
Lantern Theater Company, 10th and Ludlow Streets, www.lanterntheater.org
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(REPORT) On Monday, 02/16/09, 7:55 AM, the site manager of the overnight homeless cafe, 315 S. Broad St. set her laptop on a table near the door, she went outside for a few minutes to secure the doors and returned to find the laptop missing.
(ARREST-UPDATE)) It was previously reported that on Saturday, 01/24/09, a guest at a house party in the 1000 block Waverly St. was struck on the head with a cobblestone by another guest who fled the scene. An arrest warrant was obtained by Central Detective Division and the 23 year old offender with a Center City address was arrested on Monday, 02/16/09 and charged with Aggravated Assault.
(REPORT) On Tuesday, 02/17/09, between 4:45 AM and 5:20 AM, out-of-town complainant's 2000 Chevy, parked in the 300 block S. Broad St. had a window smashed and a GPS take. The scene was cleaned up by the complainant before arrival of police.
(REPORT) On Tuesday, 02/17/09, 5:40 PM, police responded to a call for a suspicious person inside an apartment building in the 900 block Clinton St. A resident of the building reported that a male, not a resident, followed her up to the 3rd floor in the elevator and was knocking on different doors and acting very suspiciously. Police were not dispatched in a timely manner (issue was addressed with Police Radio supervisor) and a check of the building for the trespasser resulted in negative results. The trespasser was described as a black male, heavy set, facial hair, wearing a knit cap, white earphones, black jacket, black sweater and black pants. All 6th District units made aware of incident and description of offender and a tactical patrol team has been assigned to the area.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/18/09, between 2 AM and 6 PM, complainant's dormitory room in the 300 block S. Juniper St. had a laptop taken, there were no signs of any forced entry. The scene was contaminated an no latent finger prints were able to be lifted.
(REPORT) On Wednesday, 02/18/09, 9:30 PM, complainant was walking south, 400 block S. 13th St. a male asked for a cigarette, complainant stated the male saw money in his other hand when he went to give him a cigarette and pulled out a gun and demanded the money. The offender fled on a bike, north on 13th St. The offender was described as a black male, 20-30 years, dark complexion, unshaven, wearing a black hoody, blue jeans, tan boots. The complainant refused to view suspect photos or to be interviewed by Detectives.
(ARREST) On Saturday, 02/21/09, 8:40 AM, 6th District Officer Bonilla responded to a call for a break-in of an apartment building in the 1200 block Locust St. The officer was met by the building manager who reported that a male trespasser was inside the building and had gained entry at around 4 AM by prying the front door. Officer Bonilla, assigned to tactical patrol in the Was. West area, apprehended the male inside the basement apartment after he locked himself inside. The 30 year old homeless offender was charged with Criminal Trespass.
(REPORT) Between 7:30 PM, Saturday, 02/21/09 and 11:45 AM, Sunday, 02/22/09, complainant's 1993 Acura, parked in the 800 block Pine St. had a window smashed and a briefcase taken. This report was received by the DPR Unit via phone, police were not dispatched, therefore no latent prints were lifted.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
WSWCA E-post: 02/20/09
February 20, 2009
A Great Loss
We've just heard that Paul Bouikidis of Pine Street Pizza has passed away. We have no details, other than that funeral arrangments have been made for this coming Monday, but we wanted to note the passing of this generous and very involved Wash West fixture. Our hearts go out to his family and friends.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(REPORT) On Monday, 02/09/09, between 1:05 PM and 2 PM, complainant's apartment in the 400 block S. 13th St. had a hole punched in the wall next to the door (which allowed the door to be unlocked) and taken was a laptop, IPod, camera, Game Boy, I-Phone, camcorder and cash. 6th District officer Trautz processed the scene for evidence and lifted latent finger prints.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Locust St. the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 9:40 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 10:30 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Pine St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the 13th St. Corridor area when at 9:45 PM, officers observed an illegal narcotic sale in the 1200 block Manning St. A 31 year old offender with a West Phila. address was charged with Possession of Narcotics (pills) a 49 year old offender with an East Phila. address was charged with Illegal Narcotic (pills) Sales.
(ARREST) On Friday, 02/13/09, 7:15 PM, 1201 Walnut St, the Parkway Garage manager observed a male on the 4th level using a long metal object in attempting to jimmy open a door to a 2007 Pontiac. The male fled upon seeing the witness who called 911 and provided a description. 6th District Officers Ferrero ad Cullen responded and observed a male fitting the description exiting g the garage, stopped him and he was positively identified by the witness. The 28 year old offender with a West Phila. address was charged with Attempted Theft From Motor Vehicle.
(REPORT) On Friday, 02/13/09, 12 PM, complainant's unlocked 2007 Lexus, parked in the 900 block Bonaparte Ct. had $5 taken from the glove box. This report was received by the DPR Unit via phone, police were not dispatched, therefore no latent prints were lifted
(REPORT) On Friday 02/13/09, between 4 PM and 5:45 PM, a planter from the rear yard of a residence in the 600 block Lombard St. was moved from the top of the wall and broken by unknown person(s)
(REPORT) Between 12 PM, Thursday, 02/12/09 and 11 AM, Saturday, 02/14/09, out-of-town complainant's 2008 Nissan, parked in the 20 block S. 13th St. had a window smashed, nothing was taken.
A Great Loss
We've just heard that Paul Bouikidis of Pine Street Pizza has passed away. We have no details, other than that funeral arrangments have been made for this coming Monday, but we wanted to note the passing of this generous and very involved Wash West fixture. Our hearts go out to his family and friends.
Wash West Crime Report
The below incidents in the Wash. Sq. West area were recently reported to the 6th District:
(REPORT) On Monday, 02/09/09, between 1:05 PM and 2 PM, complainant's apartment in the 400 block S. 13th St. had a hole punched in the wall next to the door (which allowed the door to be unlocked) and taken was a laptop, IPod, camera, Game Boy, I-Phone, camcorder and cash. 6th District officer Trautz processed the scene for evidence and lifted latent finger prints.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 9:15 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Locust St. the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 9:40 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Spruce St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 10:30 PM, a male was arrested on 12th St. & Pine St. by the City Wide Vice Unit for Prostitution.
(ARREST) On Wednesday, 02/11/09, 6th District Sergeant LaRose set up a surveillance for illegal narcotic activity in the 13th St. Corridor area when at 9:45 PM, officers observed an illegal narcotic sale in the 1200 block Manning St. A 31 year old offender with a West Phila. address was charged with Possession of Narcotics (pills) a 49 year old offender with an East Phila. address was charged with Illegal Narcotic (pills) Sales.
(ARREST) On Friday, 02/13/09, 7:15 PM, 1201 Walnut St, the Parkway Garage manager observed a male on the 4th level using a long metal object in attempting to jimmy open a door to a 2007 Pontiac. The male fled upon seeing the witness who called 911 and provided a description. 6th District Officers Ferrero ad Cullen responded and observed a male fitting the description exiting g the garage, stopped him and he was positively identified by the witness. The 28 year old offender with a West Phila. address was charged with Attempted Theft From Motor Vehicle.
(REPORT) On Friday, 02/13/09, 12 PM, complainant's unlocked 2007 Lexus, parked in the 900 block Bonaparte Ct. had $5 taken from the glove box. This report was received by the DPR Unit via phone, police were not dispatched, therefore no latent prints were lifted
(REPORT) On Friday 02/13/09, between 4 PM and 5:45 PM, a planter from the rear yard of a residence in the 600 block Lombard St. was moved from the top of the wall and broken by unknown person(s)
(REPORT) Between 12 PM, Thursday, 02/12/09 and 11 AM, Saturday, 02/14/09, out-of-town complainant's 2008 Nissan, parked in the 20 block S. 13th St. had a window smashed, nothing was taken.
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