Written by AARON CASTREJON
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ARCADIA - Investigators are searching for equipment stolen from a park storage area overnight and the suspects responsible for the grand theft.

Two softball pitching machines were taken from Lojewski Field at Eisenhower Park, 601 N. 2nd Ave. The machines were last seen around 10 p.m. October 27, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

The machines were secured inside the locked batting cages. On October 28, at about 7:30 p.m., someone discovered that the batting cage door was removed from the hinges and the two pitching machines were missing, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

The pitching machines are valued at $2,000 each and belonged to a local community member. The machines were used at the park for softball activities.

At this time, there is no suspect information available.

Anyone with information on this theft is urged to call the Arcadia Police Department at 626-574-5151, reference case number 25-4310. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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ARCADIA - An Arcadia-based tutor is accused of a number of sex crimes against one of his underage pupils and investigators believe there may be more victims.

Tsungyu Chien, 57, was arrested by investigators after discovering he was sitting outside the home of a girl who accused him of sexually assaulting her October 21. He was booked on suspicion of sexual battery, sexual penetration with a foreign object and child annoyance, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

Officers were notified of the alleged assaults October 20.

“The tutor drove the victim to his residence in the City of Arcadia. While there, the suspect convinced the victim to allow him to give her a massage. During the massage, the suspect inappropriately touched the victim. The victim became uncomfortable and asked the suspect to take her home,” according to the Arcadia Police Department in a written statement.

It was during a follow up investigation that detectives reviewed text messages allegedly sent by Chien and discovered he was parked outside the girl’s home, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

Chien posted $100,000 bond and was released October 22, according to Los Angeles County booking records.

Anyone believing they may have had inappropriate contact or interactions with Chien, or who may known a victim is urged to contact the Arcadia Police Department at 626-574-5188 or 626-574-5183. Reference case number 2504209.

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ARCADIA - Two occupants were tied up by four suspects who fled with jewelry and the victims’ vehicle during a home invasion robbery October 22.

The four suspects forced their way in through the front door in the 1100 block of West Foothill Boulevard just before 1 p.m., according to the Arcadia Police Department.

One suspect was armed with a gun, the other with a knife.

“After the suspects fled, both victims were able to free themselves, and one left the home to seek help from a nearby bystander,” according to the Arcadia Police Department in a written statement.

The stolen vehicle was found abandoned in the 1400 block of West Olympic Boulevard in Los Angeles.

Three suspects were described as three Latino males and one Asian male. All suspects wore black clothing, while one suspect additionally wore a reflective safety vest.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Arcadia Police Department at 626-574-5151, case number 25-4227. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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ARCADIA - No weapon was found during a search after a patron reported hearing mention of a handgun at Arcadia Public Library.

Police responded to a report of a weapon at the library, 20 W. Duarte Rd., around 4:55 p.m. September 17. The patron said “she heard someone say there was a gun in the library,” according to the Arcadia Police Department.

With the patron already gone and little other information, officers evacuated the library and searched.

No weapon was found.

The library was closed for the remainder of the day at the behest of the staff, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Arcadia Police Department at 626-574-5151, reference case number 25-3719. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.


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ARCADIA - A Los Angeles man was arrested August 27, accused of an expensive copper wire theft that left 9-1-1 phones lines in the dark.

Jose Alberto Gante-Gomez, 44, was originally booked on suspicion of grand theft and resisting an officer. He was since been officially charged in Pasadena Superior Court with receiving stolen property, according to Los Angeles Superior Court records.

The 9-1-1 outage affected the Arcadia Police Department at 2:30 a.m. August 7. Measures were implemented to reroute emergency calls, according to Arcadia Police.

The investigation was pinpointed to the 200 block of South Santa Anita Avenue where the copper theft occurred.

“Approximately 60 feet of copper wiring had been severed and stolen, causing the outage. The estimated cost of the stolen materials and necessary repairs was approximately $10,000,” according to the Arcadia Police Department.

Gante was tracked to Los Angeles, where plainclothes detectives and additional Arcadia officers found him in the 1700 block of Olympic Boulevard. Gante initially complied during a traffic stop, but he fled on foot.

Gante was caught in the 600 block of Rampart Boulevard.

Gante is scheduled to appear in court October 23.

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LOS ANGELES - Investigators are asking for the public’s help in locating the man they say is responsible for the shooting of an Arcadia father inside his own home March 11.

Chinese National Zehao Lu, 41, shot the 61-year-old victim in the 50 block of Woodland Lane. Lu should be considered armed and dangerous, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.

One count of murder, two counts of assault with a semi-automatic handgun and one count of burglary with a person present to commit a felony was filed by the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office. A no bail warrant with an extradition order was issued March 13.

A 43-year-old woman and her 13-year-old son arrived to their Woodland Lane home just before 6:30 p.m. and were confronted by Lu in the driveway. He forced them into their home where a confrontation occurred with the 61-year-old victim, Yijian Zhang. Lu shot Zhang and fled the location, according to the Sheriff’s Department.

The teen somehow suffered scratches to his head and the deck. The mother was unharmed. Zhang was treated at the scene and taken to a hospital where he died.

An apparent dispute between Zhang and Lu resulted in the deadly confrontation, according to Arcadia Police Chief Roy Nakamura.

“Our deepest sympathies go out to the victim's family during this incredibly difficult time. While this targeted act of violence has deeply affected us all, we want to assure the community that Arcadia remains a safe place to live and work,” Nakamura said in a written statement.

Anyone with information leading to Lu’s location is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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ARCADIA - Sheriff’s Homicide detectives now publicize that the Arcadia shooting from Tuesday night was committed by an intruder.

The shooting occurred in a home on Woodland Lane near Hacienda Drive just before 6:30 p.m. Police responded to a call of a gunshot victim and an intruder at the location. The publicly unidentified victim died at a hospital.

Homicide investigator Lt. Steven DeJong told KTLA News that the shooting was possibly personally motivated.

A mother and 13-year-old son arrived home and discovered someone forced entry. They were met by the intruder and the mother and son were led into the home to discover the 61-year-old father and husband was shot in the stomach, according to KTLA News.

The 13-year-old called for help.

It appears nothing was taken from the home.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

ARCADIA - Sheriff’s Homicide detectives now publicize that the Arcadia shooting from Tuesday night was committed by an intruder.

The shooting occurred in a home on Woodland Lane near Hacienda Drive just before 6:30 p.m. Police responded to a call of a gunshot victim and an intruder at the location. The publicly unidentified victim died at a hospital.

Homicide investigator Lt. Steven DeJong told KTLA News that the shooting was possibly personally motivated.

A mother and 13-year-old son arrived home and discovered someone forced entry. They were met by the intruder and the mother and son were led into the home to discover the 61-year-old father and husband was shot in the stomach, according to KTLA News.

The 13-year-old called for help.

It appears nothing was taken from the home.

Anyone with information on this incident is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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CityWatch Editor

ARCADIA - A man was shot Tuesday and later died at a hospital, homicide detectives said.

The shooting occurred on Woodland Lane near Hacienda Drive just before 6:30 p.m. March 11.

Investigators have yet to provide an update on the circumstances regarding the shooting, and whether a suspect has been taken into custody.

Anyone with information on this shooting is urged to call the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. Remain anonymous by calling LA Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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ARCADIA - A man described as having a 20-year career as a girls soccer coach and teacher was arrested December 11, accused of possessing child porn.

Justin Akio Yasutake, 39, was arrested without further incident outside his Pasadena home. A social media user told Arcadia Police officers that an unknown user sent messages inquiring about underage females. The unknown user also allegedly sent videos of a male masturbating to images of underage females, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

Yasutake was officially charged with one count of possession of child pornography December 13. The criminal complaint alleges he possessed more than 600 images of child sex abuse material, including 10 or more images of a prepubescent minor, or a minor under 12, according to the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office.

Police were contacted November 11. Detectives allege that Yasutake was involved in the messing. A search warrant was written and executed for Yasutake’s electronic devices. Detectives discovered numerous videos and images of underage girls engaging in sexual activity, according to the Arcadia Police Department.

An arrest warrant was obtained, leading to Yasutake being taken into custody.

A quick Internet search reveals Yasutake having coached a number of teams, including F.C. Golden State, a youth soccer club based in Pasadena. As recently as 2018, he coached a G2008 team, which is composed of girls born in 2008.

Yasutake also boasted having been certified with a U.S. National “C” license granted by U.S. Soccer.

Yasutake posted $40,000 bond December 11, according to Los Angeles County booking records.

Arraignment is scheduled December 23 in Dept. 30 of the Clara Shortridge Foltz Criminal Justice Center.

Additional victims or anyone with information is urged to call Arcadia Police detectives at 626-574-5188, case number 2404863. Information may also be provided anonymously by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), through the P3 Tips mobile app, or lacrimestoppers.org.

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