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Attached Media Files: Protecting Today, Securing Tomorrow

During the Labor Day Weekend, officers from the Chula Vista Police Department's DUI Enforcement Team will be conducting a "Zero Tolerance" DUI Saturation Patrol on Thursday, September 2, 2010 and a "Zero Tolerance" DUI and Driver's License Checkpoint on Sunday, September 5, 2010.

This Saturation Patrol is in a series of DUI enforcement operations aimed at increasing public awareness and decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The DUI Saturation Patrol will be held within the City of Chula Vista.

Police officers will be targeting those who do not heed the message to designate a sober driver. The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for the public's assistance throughout the year to Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1.

Funding for this operation was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety though the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration



"DRUNK DRIVING. OVER THE LIMIT. UNDER ARREST."

Chula Vista Police Department



PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
9-1-2010 Agent Rusty Rea
619-476-5321
rrea@chulavistapd.org

Chula Vista Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoints September 3rd, 4th and 5th

The Chula Vista Police Department will be conducting DUI/Drivers License checkpoints on
September 3rd, 4th and 5th from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.

All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies; as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints are to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Chula Vista Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.

Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs – Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-29-10 R. Nelson, Chula Vista Police Department
619-476-5300

CVPD DUI Checkpoint results for 8-28-10


Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday August 28, 2010 in the 1300 block of East 30th Street in Chula Vista from 6 pm to 02:00 am.

This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, 11 field sobriety tests were administered and 1 driver was arrested for driving under the influence. Two people were arrest on a criminal charge. A total of 32 vehicles were impounded for suspended/unlicensed drivers and being arrested for DUI. A total of 36 citations were issued.

This was considered a successful DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint. The Chula Vista Police Department with funding from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-28-10 R. Nelson, Chula Vista Police Department
619-476-5300

CVPD DUI Checkpoint results for 8-27-10


Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday August 27, 2010 in the 1000 block of Third Ave in Chula Vista from 6 pm to 02:00 am.

This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, 13 field sobriety tests were administered and 3 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence. One driver was arrest on a criminal charge. A total of 19 vehicles were impounded for suspended/unlicensed drivers and being arrested for DUI. A total of 24 citations were issued.

This was considered a successful DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint. The Chula Vista Police Department with funding from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers.

On August 27, 2010 at approximately 1:30 pm. Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) Patrol Canine Officer Joel Monreal stopped a red Chevy Impala for a traffic violation at 650 Main Street in Chula Vista, CA. During a subsequent search of the vehicle, Officer Monreal discovered nine kilograms of cocaine in the trunk. The two male occupants were arrested and charged with transportation and possession for sales of controlled substances.

The two suspects are identified as:

• Victor Chavez-Gomez, Age-39 of Norwalk, CA

• Gustavo Andrade Renteria, Age-37 of San Diego, CA

The CVPD Narcotics Enforcement Team (NET) is conducting a follow up investigation. Any inquires can be directed to Special Operations Lieutenant Lon Turner at 619-585-5670.


Attached Media Files: cocaine

PRESS RELEASE

Message: For Immediate Release Contact: Agent Rusty Rea

Thursday, August 26, 2010 Office: 619-476-5321


Chula Vista - On August 26, 2010, Officers from Chula Vista, Coronado, National City, San Diego, and San Diego County conducted a multi-agency DUI Warrant Sweep in the South Bay Region of the County of San Diego. The operation was part of the DUI Prosecution and Awareness Program funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety. During the operation, 7 DUI offenders with outstanding warrants were taken into custody.

This was considered a successful operation, both for clearing warrants in the judicial system and taking those disobeying court orders to return to court to complete their obligations. The South Bay Regional law enforcement agencies will be continuing their efforts to keep drivers in our community safe.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-26-2010 Officer Rusty Nelson
619-476-5300 rnelson@chulavistapd.org


Chula Vista Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoints 8-27-10 and 8-28-10

The Chula Vista Police Department will be conducting DUI/Drivers License checkpoints on
8-27-10 and 8-28-10 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.

All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies; as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints are to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Chula Vista Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.

Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs – Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

On August 24, 2010 at about 1253 AM, an alert citizen called CVPD to report suspicious activity at a vacant house for sale in the 100 block of Naples Street. The citizen described a lone male seen loading appliances from the house into a gray Chevrolet pickup. The pickup was spotted by a Patrol officer in the 900 block of Nacion Avenue where a detention was made. The owner of the home responded and identified the washer, dryer, stove and other property the suspect had stolen and the suspect was arrested. The suspect, 45 year old Adolfo Maldonado claimed to be transient and was on probation for a residential burglary committed in 2009. Maldonado was booked into the San Diego County Jail for the burglary.

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-22-10 R. Nelson, Chula Vista Police Department
619-476-5300

CVPD DUI Checkpoint results for 8-21-10


Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Saturday August 21, 2010 in the 2300 block of Main Street in Chula Vista from 6:00 pm to 2:00 am.

This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, 11 field sobriety tests were administered and 3 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence. One of the drivers arrested for DUI was also charged with possession of Heroin. A total of 30 vehicles were impounded for suspended/unlicensed drivers and being arrested for DUI. A total of 35 citations were issued.

This was considered a successful DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint. The Chula Vista Police Department with funding from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers.

Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol on Friday, August 20, 2010 within the City of Chula Vista.

This DUI Saturation Patrol was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, traffic stops were conducted on 46 vehicles. 9 persons were evaluated for driving under the influence, 2 drivers were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, 3 vehicles were impounded for the driver being suspended, unlicensed, or arrested, and a total of 14 citations were issued for various vehicle code violations.

This was considered a successful DUI Saturation Patrol. The Chula Vista Police Department is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers. The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for the public's continued assistance throughout the year to Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1.

Funding for this operation was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

"DRUNK DRIVING. OVER THE LIMIT. UNDER ARREST."

On August 19, 2010 at about 2 AM, suspect Robert Anthony Arellano, a Hispanic male 25 years old, entered a home in the 100 block of East Oneida Street and attacked two victims with a knife. During the attack, a 47 year old male resident of the home suffered a non life-threatening knife wound to an arm and other minor wounds. The second victim was a 48 year old female who was not injured. Still armed with a knife, Arellano then confronted a third victim inside the residence, demanded property and made criminal threats. This 17 year old male resident was not injured. Arellano is related to residents of the home, but his motives are unknown at this time. Officers arrived on scene a little more than five minutes after being dispatched, but Arellano had already fled on foot.

Arellano is a Hispanic male, 5-9, 195 lbs with very short brown hair and a goatee. He has "Lemon Grove" tattooed on the back of his neck and "Marian" tattooed on the right side of his neck. He is on parole and should be considered armed and dangerous. The public is encouraged to call the Chula Vista Police Department or their local jurisdiction if Arellano is seen.


Attached Media Files: Arellano Oct 2009 photo

Chula Vista Police Department


PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-19-2010 Officer RustyNelson
619-476-5300 rnelson@chulavistapd.org


Chula Vista Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with a Checkpoint on 8-21-10

The Chula Vista Police Department will be conducting DUI/Drivers License checkpoints on
8-21-10 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.

All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies; as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints are to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Chula Vista Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.

Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs – Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.


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PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-15-10 R. Nelson, Chula Vista Police Department
619-476-5300

CVPD DUI Checkpoint results for 8-14-10


Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Saturday August 14, 2010 in the 300 block of East H Street in Chula Vista from 6 pm to 1:30 am.

This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, 14 field sobriety tests were administered and 5 driver's were arrested for driving under the influence. Two of the drivers arrested for DUI were also charged with child endangerment. Another driver was charged with possession of methamphetamine. A total of 16 vehicles were impounded for suspended/unlicensed drivers and being arrested for DUI. A total of 25 citations were issued.

This was considered a successful DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint. The Chula Vista Police Department with funding from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers.

PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-14-10 R. Nelson, Chula Vista Police Department
619-476-5300

CVPD DUI Checkpoint results for 8-13-10


Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI/Driver's License checkpoint on Friday August 13, 2010 in the 600 block of E Street in Chula Vista from 6 pm to 1:30 am.

This DUI/Driver's License checkpoint was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, 6 field sobriety tests were administered and 1 driver was arrested for driving under the influence. One driver was arrested for possession of methamphetamine. A total of 22 vehicles were impounded for suspended/unlicensed drivers and a total of 23 citations were issued

This was considered a successful DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint. The Chula Vista Police Department with funding from a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers.

South Bay- On August 12, 2010 Officers from Chula Vista PD and Officers from the San Diego County Probation Department participated in a joint stakeout operation conducting compliance checks on persons on probation for Felony DUI related offenses. The operation was part of the DUI Enforcement and Awareness Program funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety. During the operation, 16 probationers were checked and found to be compliant with the terms of their probation. One probationer was issued a citation for driving on a suspended license, and placed under arrest for a probation violation.

This was considered a successful operation due to the compliance of people who are currently on probation for Felony DUI offenses. The South Bay Regional law enforcement agencies will be continuing their efforts to keep drivers in our community safe.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for the public's continued assistance throughout the year to Report Drunk Drivers - Call 9-1-1.

"DRUNK DRIVING. OVER THE LIMIT. UNDER ARREST."

Chula Vista Police Department


PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: CONTACT:
8-12-2010 Officer RustyNelson
619-476-5300 rnelson@chulavistapd.org


Chula Vista Police Department Targets
Impaired Drivers with Checkpoints 8-13-10 and 8-14-10

The Chula Vista Police Department will be conducting DUI/Drivers License checkpoints on 8-13-10 and 8-14-10 from 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. In an effort to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in alcohol involved crashes, DUI checkpoints are conducted to identify offenders and get them off the street, as well as educate the public on the dangers of impaired driving.

All too often, members of our community are senselessly injured or killed on local roadways by impaired drivers. This DUI/Drivers License checkpoint is an effort to reduce those tragedies; as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license. A major component of these checkpoints are to increase awareness of the dangers of impaired driving and to encourage sober designated drivers.
A DUI checkpoint is a proven effective method for achieving this goal. By publicizing these enforcement and education efforts, the Chula Vista Police Department believes motorists can be deterred from drinking and driving.

Traffic volume and weather permitting, all vehicles may be checked and drivers who are under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs will be arrested. Our objective is to send a clear message to those who are considering driving a motor vehicle after consuming alcohol and/or drugs – Drunk Driving, Over the Limit, Under Arrest. The public is encouraged to help keep roadways safe by calling 911 if they see a suspected impaired driver.
Funding for this operation is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.


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PRESS RELEASE

Message: For Immediate Release Contact: Agent Rusty Rea

Thursday, August 12, 2010 Office: 619-476-5321


Chula Vista - On August 12, 2010, Officers from Chula Vista, Coronado, National City, San Diego, and San Diego County conducted a multi-agency DUI Warrant Sweep in the South Bay Region of the County of San Diego. The operation was part of the DUI Prosecution and Awareness Program funded by the California Office of Traffic Safety. During the operation, 11 DUI offenders with outstanding warrants were taken into custody.

This was considered a successful operation, both for clearing warrants in the judicial system and taking those disobeying court orders to return to court to complete their obligations. The South Bay Regional law enforcement agencies will be continuing their efforts to keep drivers in our community safe.

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a DUI Saturation Patrol on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 within the City of Chula Vista.

This DUI Saturation Patrol was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

During the operation, traffic stops were conducted on 67 vehicles. 9 persons were evaluated for driving under the influence, 1 driver was arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol and another driver was arrested for driver under 21 years old and over a .01% BAC. 11 subjects were arrested for criminal violations including driving a stolen vehicle, minor consuming alcohol, minor in possession of alcohol and urinating in public. 4 subjects were arrested for possession of drugs. 5 vehicles were impounded for drivers having a suspended license, no license or an unregistered vehicle. 1 stolen vehicle was recovered. 17 additional citations were written for various other vehicle code violations.

This was considered a successful DUI Saturation Patrol. The Chula Vista Police Department is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers. The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for the public's continued assistance throughout the year to Report Drunk Drivers – Call 9-1-1.

Funding for this operation was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

"DRUNK DRIVING. OVER THE LIMIT. UNDER ARREST."

Chula Vista - Officers from the Chula Vista Police Department conducted a Motorcycle DUI Saturation Patrol on Saturday, August 7, 2010 within the City of Chula Vista.

This DUI Saturation Patrol was aimed at increasing public awareness, decreasing the number of drivers who drive while under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs as well as insuring drivers have a valid driver's license

The focus of this weekend's operation was motorcycle safety. Motorcycle fatalities have been on the rise in California, increasing 175 percent statewide in the last decade, from 204 killed in 1998 to 560 killed in 2008. Extra officers were on duty patrolling areas frequented by motorcycles. Officers attempted to crack down on traffic violations made by motorcyclists, and other vehicle drivers, that result in far too many motorcycle collisions, injuries and deaths.

During the operation, traffic stops were conducted on 43 vehicles. 8 drivers were evaluated for driving under the influence; however none of them were placed under arrest for DUI. One vehicle was impounded for the driver being suspended and a total of 6 citations were issued.

The Chula Vista Police Department is continuing its efforts to keep our community safe by detecting and deterring impaired drivers. The Chula Vista Police Department is asking for the public's continued assistance throughout the year to Report Drunk Drivers - Call 9-1-1.

Funding for this operation was provided by the California Office of Traffic Safety through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration


"DRUNK DRIVING. OVER THE LIMIT. UNDER ARREST."

At 2:48 this morning Chula Vista Police were alerted to the Otay Ranch Town Center by silent alarm after thieves used a semi-tractor truck to knock over and attempt to steal an outdoor ATM.

Security video showed the driver of the semi-tractor truck back into the ATM and knock the freestanding machine over. Moments later a second smaller truck (possibly red in color) pulled up and four men, all dressed in dark clothing, got out and attempted to put the ATM in the bed of the smaller truck.

The cash dispenser was apparently to heavy and ackward to lift and the suspects left without it.

Officers found the ATM lying on its side on a sidewalk on mall property.

Anyone with information regarding the trucks, the drivers or the incident is encouraged to call the Chula Vista Police Depoartment at (619) 691-5151.


Attached Media Files: Attempt ATM theft , 2010-08/1179/37334/Copy_of_Side_PD_badge.jpg