Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A flatbed tow truck was stolen overnight from a tow company yard February 10.

The tow truck from Mosca’s Towing was taken around 2 a.m. The tow truck was adorned with the number 4 on either side of the cab, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Anyone with information on the whereabouts of the tow truck, or the suspect(s) who stole it is urged to call Baldwin Park Police Detective Detective R. Larivee at 626-960-1955, extension 418, or contact your local police department if you see it.

Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor

BALDWIN PARK - A man and woman were jailed November 12 after being caught riding in a stolen vehicle.

The unidentified driver fled the stolen vehicle before officers could stop him and before the vehicle could also stop. It crashed into a wall and during a foot pursuit, a Baldwin Park officer impaled his left leg on a wrought iron tine, according to the Baldwin Park Police Department.

Around 1:50 p.m., officers found a vehicle in the Walmart lot, 3250 Big Dalton Ave. The vehicle was reported stolen in Lakewood.

During the foot pursuit, an officer had to climb a wrought iron fence to catch the suspect and that is when the officer injured himself, Baldwin Park Police said.

The suspect was caught a short distance from the stolen vehicle.

A female passenger remained in the vehicle and was arrested as well. She was issued a citation and released, Baldwin Park Police said.

A firearm was found inside the vehicle.

The injured officer was treated at the scene by paramedics and was hospitalized for further treatment. He was later released, Baldwin Park Police said.