South San Francisco Police Department

BE ON THE LOOKOUT: On February 10, 2021, at approximately 2:07 p.m., a female victim left a bank on the 300 block of Linden Avenue after making a deposit. When she arrived at her workplace located on the 400 block of Grand Avenue, a black four-door sedan, possibly a Chevrolet Malibu with tinted windows, followed the victim from the bank. An adult male exited the passenger's door of the Chevrolet Malibu and ran to the victim from behind. The suspect forcefully removed a black ...cash deposit pouch from the victim's hand. The suspect ran back to the awaiting Chevrolet Malibu, and the suspects fled the scene southbound on Spruce Avenue and right onto the 500 block of Baden Avenue. The victim was not injured. The primary suspect was described as a Black male, approximately 6'0" tall, 180 lbs., wearing a black mask, black jacket, black pants, and black shoes. At this time, police do not have a description of the suspect driver; however, the investigation is ongoing. The South San Francisco Police Department is requesting anyone who may have information regarding the incident and/ or suspect and vehicle, to contact the department at 650-877-8900, 650-952-2244 (Anonymous Tip Line), or via email at [email protected] or [email protected] (Anonymous Email Tips). https://www.kron4.com//robbers-targeting-older-women-in-s/

Please welcome our newest K-9 team, Officer Sakurai and K-9 Lena. K-9 Lena is a 1 1/2 year old female Belgian Malinois from Hungary. K-9 Lena will be a dual purpose dog, trained in gun detection as well as protection. Officer Sakurai and K-9 Lena have just started their training and we look forward to getting them out on the streets soon! #ssfpd #ssfk9 #workindogmagazine #policek9 #k9unit #k9training

Fatal Traffic Collision: On February 6th 2021, at approximately 3:37 am, South San Francisco Police officers responded to the 600 block of Grand Avenue on the report of a person with an electric bicycle down in the roadway. Officers discovered the 55-year-old male subject was not breathing and immediately began providing life-saving aid. The South San Francisco Paramedics arrived shortly after and continued efforts to revive the male; however, he succumbed to his injuries an...d was pronounced deceased at the scene. The male was riding an electric bicycle westbound on the 600 block of Grand Avenue when he collided with a parked vehicle and was thrown from his electric bicycle. The male was not wearing a DOT approved helmet but was wearing a novelty helmet with no padding. There is no evidence to suggest any other vehicles were involved in the collision, and it appears alcohol may have been a contributing factor. The South San Francisco Police Department is requesting anyone who may have witnessed the collision to contact the department at 650-877-8900, 650-952-2244 (Anonymous Tip Line), or via email at [email protected] or [email protected] (Anonymous Email Tips). POLICE PRESS RELEASE: https://www.ssf.net/home/showpublisheddocument?id=22618

SSFPD was honored to attend the memorial services for fallen Sacramento County Deputy Sheriff Adam Gibson and his K-9 partner, who were shot and killed while in the line of duty on January 18, 2021. Deputy Gibson leaves behind his wife and 7 month old child. May they rest and peace and the memories be eternal.

BE ON THE LOOKOUT: The attached photos include a suspect and vehicle [Courtesy of Milpitas PD] associated to several auto burglaries/ Purse snatch robbery related incidents throughout the Bay Area [South San Francisco, Sunnyvale, Milpitas, Santa Clara] in the past few days. The suspect(s) appear to be an auto burglary crew with a unique M.O of targeting women near or within their own vehicles. The shown black Infinity has been spotted at the majority of these incidents, and the license plate appears to have been switched multiple times. Please be aware of your surroundings and contact your local police department if the attached suspect and vehicle is seen engaging similar suspicious behavior.

The Colma Police Department is seeking help in finding this missing person. Any assistance is greatly appreciated. Thank you and be safe.

***Update*** Grand Avenue is now open....there is no threat to the community or residents in the area. An investigation will be ongoing without any traffic being impacted.*** Please stay out of the area of the 1000 block of Grand Avenue in South San Francisco. There is an active police investigation happening now. Updates will be provided as they become available. There is no known threat to the public at this time. If you live on that block we ask that you please try to remain in your home.

Besides monitoring your fresh tree daily, Christmas lights and decorations are major causes of electrical fires during the month of December so inspect them thoroughly before usage.

Greetings from Our Christmas Past (2018)

2020 is spooky. Stay home this Halloween.

In 2019, the United States Senate passed a resolution designating October 28th as National First Responders Day to honor the brave men and women who put their lives on the line every time they are called. SSFPD wants to take the opportunity to thank our First Responders, along with all First Responders, for their commitment and dedication to serve our community 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. We also recognize our wonderful 911 dispatchers, who are the first responders whenever the public needs us. #NationalFirstRespondersDay

San Mateo County Moves to Orange Tier in State's Reopening Plan

South San Francisco Police Department personnel were treated yesterday with an awesome lunch by Cafe Bunn Mi, who provided us with their delicious sandwiches! We thank them for their generosity and appreciate their continued support.

Over the last few months, the South San Francisco Police Department has been investigating a series of storage locker facility and apartment complex burglaries in the Westborough and Downtown Corridor neighborhoods. Detectives executed a number of search warrants and ultimately identified the suspects as 36 year-old Arvin Ibasan of Crockett, 30 year-old Johnrow Fernandez of Fairfield, and 31 year-old Hustler Mateverde of Daly City. Evidence suggested that the three conspi...red together to commit roughly 40 burglaries in South San Francisco and an estimated 55 additional burglaries throughout the Bay Area. During the week of October 19, 2020, the suspects were apprehended without incident and booked into the San Mateo County Jail. The investigation uncovered several thousand dollars in stolen property that will be returned to the rightful owners. POLICE PRESS RELEASE: https://www.ssf.net/home/showdocument?id=21779

Throwback Thursday (1949): The Records section taken from the other side of the counter. Officer Rich Canziani and Secretary Theresa Giampaoli are working in the front office area. The Dispatch office is behind them. (Excerpts taken from the South San Francisco Police Department History Book 1892 2003.) #ThrowbackThursday #TBT

The South San Francisco Police Department proudly supports Breast Cancer Awareness Month. A special Thank You to our Motorcycle Unit! #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth

Vehicle Burglary / Pursuit / Felony Hit & Run on 10/18/20 at approximately 1936 hours on South Airport Boulevard. This investigation is on-going and anyone with information regarding this incident should contact the South San Francisco Police Department at (650) 877-8900, the Anonymous Tip Line at (650) 952-2244, or via e-mail at [email protected]. For more information, click the link below:... https://www.ssf.net/home/showdocument?id=21685 See more

Shooting into an Inhabited Dwelling On 10/19/2020 at approximately 0106 hours, officers responded on a report of four to five gunshots heard in the area of Serena Court in South San Francisco. An extensive search was conducted and no suspects or evidence was located. At approximately 0206 hours, officers received a call from a resident on the 200 block of Verano Drive advising the resident returned home to find several bullet holes in his house and windows. The victim had no... suspect information and did not know why someone would shoot into the residence. Evidence was collected at the scene and further investigation is on-going. The South San Francisco Police Department is asking anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has any information on the suspect(s) to contact the police department at 650-877-8900, the TIP line at 650-952-2244 or at [email protected] POLICE PRESS RELEASE: https://www.ssf.net/home/showdocument?id=21683

***Updated press release related to the fire on Sign Hill earlier today.*** Anybody with information is encouraged to contact the SSFPD at the contacts listed on the press release.

Law enforcement and Fire department are on scene of a 3 alarm fire on Starlite Street, please avoid the area!!!

The fire on Sign Hill is now contained. Fire crews continue to work of full extinguishment. Evacuation orders are still in effect, please continue to stay out of the area.

Evacuation Warning