 Written by AARON CASTREJON
CityWatch Editor IRWINDALE - Azusa, Baldwin Park, Duarte and Irwindale announced their opposition to a plan by the EPA to dump debris left by the Eaton Fire in an open field near the San Gabriel River and are working to shut down the operation. The Environmental Protection Agency has already prepped and set up operations at the Lario Staging Area, 15701 E. Foothill Blvd. The above-mentioned cities alleged they did not receive advanced notification about the debris processing site, nor were the cities given the opportunity to register concerns about potential soil, water and air contamination. The site is slated to open early this week for the collection and processing of hazardous household debris, including lithium electric vehicle batteries. “While the Cities are completely in solidarity with our neighboring communities, we are extremely disappointed with the lack of respect to our local residents for not being notified of the EPA’s clean up efforts and having toxic materials transported to our backyards,” according to the City of Duarte in a written statement, adding “the Cities will work to formally oppose this site, as well as mobilize efforts to shut down the site as soon as possible.” Eric Nold, on-scene coordinator with the EPA, is working at the Lario processing site and said “We don’t want to do any of this type of activity out there in the middle of the community.” Debris is slated to be brought in daily via backroads to avoid the freeways. The Lario Staging Area is adjacent to the San Gabriel River Bikepath, frequented by bicyclists. To the north are the San Gabriel Canyon spreading grounds and Santa Fe Dam Recreational Area to the south. The EPA has outlined measures to minimize the impact of the debris to be processed at the site, including spill control measures, continuous perimeter, air monitoring, water trucks to reduce visible, dust emissions and plastic lining to be applied to all material processing areas. Debris will be sorted into appropriate waste streams and packaged for proper shipment and disposal. Duarte officials are working with Senator Rubio’s Office to host a town hall in Duarte and allow residents to voice their concerns. More information about this forum is underway, according to Duarte officials. In the meantime, residents concerned about the processing site are urged to express concerns by calling the USEPA at 1-833-798-7372.  Written by AARON CASTREJON CityWatch Editor IRWINDALE - A community tip led detectives to the house of a man police believe struck and killed a pedestrian April 29.
John Shin, a 33-year-old Baldwin Park man, was found at his home in the 5000 block of Azusa Canyon Road just before 2:30 a.m. April 30. Detectives spoke with the resident and after questioning, arrested Shin as the hit and run suspect, according to the Irwindale Police Department. Shin was booked on suspicion of vehicular manslaughter and felony hit and run. Shin posted $50,000 bond and was released from custody. His vehicle, which was towed from his home, is being held as evidence, according to the Irwindale Police Department. A male pedestrian was found injured by a security guard conducting a perimeter check at a commercial complex in the 5000 block of Azusa Canyon Road Saturday, April 29, according to the Irwindale Police Department. Still images from security video show a 12:49 p.m. time stamp. The SUV was seen driving in the dirt area near a railroad spur line. Irwindale Police officers found the male pedestrian unresponsive and he appeared to be deceased. Los Angeles County Fire Department paramedics responded and officially pronounced him dead at the scene. “During the follow up investigation, detectives located surveillance footage from local businesses which captured a raised dark colored SUV running over the deceased subject and leaving the area at a high rate of speed,” according to the Irwindale Police Department in a written statement. Anyone with more information regarding this crash is urged to contact Irwindale Police Detective Leonard Garza at 626-430-2290, or email at [email protected]. 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 IRWINDALE – An Azusa man is facing felony evading charges and more after leading police on a pursuit into Baldwin Park August 25.
Esteban Steven Valenciano, 27, is accused of operating his ride without a license and is on Post Release Community Supervision. He was also found with an undisclosed amount of cocaine, according to the Irwindale Police Department. Officers attempted to stop Valenciano for a traffic violation at Irwindale Avenue and Arrow Highway around 5:30 p.m. but he refused to yield. The chase tore its way into Baldwin Park when Valenciano lost control of his green Honda motorcycle and ate pavement at Badillo Street and Ramona Boulevard in Baldwin Park. Valenciano was hospitalized for injuries considered not life-threatening and was released pending charges of felony evading, possession of a controlled substance, a probation violation and driving without a motorcycle license, according to the Irwindale Police Department.  Written by AARON CASTREJON CityWatch Editor IRWINDALE - Investigators made eight arrests and seized more than 1.5 tons of illegal fireworks after receiving tips from the community on the selling of the contraband, police said. The investigations have been taking place since June. Police were told that the illegal fireworks were being sold through online means. The following people were arrested and booked on suspicion of fireworks-related crimes:
The fireworks seized will be appropriately disposed of, Irwindale police said. “Unauthorized fireworks are not only illegal, but they are extremely dangerous and are disruptive to our community. Each Independence Day holiday, illegal fireworks lead to fires, injuries and property damage in the city of Irwindale and result in a number of complaints to the police department,” Irwindale Police said. Anyone with information on persons possessing or selling illegal fireworks is urged to call LA Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) and leave an anonymous tip. Tipsters are eligible for awards up to $1000 for information leading to an arrest.  Written by AARON CASTREJON CityWatch Editor IRWINDALE – One person died after a black sedan rolled over and crashed in the No. 1 lane of the 605 freeway. The crash occurred on the northbound side of the freeway just south of Lower Azusa Road around 2:09 a.m. February 26. The No. 1 and 2 lanes were blocked for two hours, according to the California Highway Patrol. Debris was reportedly spread across all lanes, forcing CHP officers to temporarily close all northbound lanes.
Baldwin Park Police assisted the CHP by shutting down the northbound 605 freeway on ramp at Ramona Boulevard. The Los Angeles County Coroner arrived to retrieve the victim at 3:19 a.m. A Sig Alert, issued for the No. 1 and 2 lanes, was cancelled at 5:08 a.m.  PHOTO/Courtesy of the Irwindale Police Department. Written by AARON CASTREJON | CityWatch Editor IRWINDALE - A stolen vehicle suspect was taken into custody Wednesday morning after running from Irwindale officers who tracked down the suspect with a LoJack device.
Ronald Analda Pasco, 30, was taken into custody near the 14000 block of Ohio Street Wednesday morning. He fled through several residential yards before being found and subdued, Irwindale Police said. The gold 2004 Nissan Frontier pickup truck was taken from the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Temple Station patrol area earlier May 30. An Irwindale officer on routine picked up the LoJack signal around 8 a.m. near the 605 freeway and Los Angeles Street. Backup officers assisted and found the Frontier in the 4400 block of Stewart Street on the border with Baldwin Park, Irwindale Police said. Officers in unmarked police cars followed the Frontier until a traffic stop was initiated. Pasco took off on foot, Irwindale Police said. Pasco was taken into custody and later examined after being hit with a stun gun. He was medically cleared to be booked on suspicion taking a vehicle without the owner's consent, driving with a suspended California driver’s license,evading/resisting arrestand possession of a controlled substance. The stolen Frontier was recovered and released to the owner. Pasco is being held in lieu of $35,000 bail. |
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